Flatwork exercises
Flatwork exercises for horses can be ridden by riders of all levels – there are exercises for the complete beginner as well as plenty for the advanced equestrian.
Flatwork is essential for every ridden horse as it’s the foundation for every discipline. It refers to any ridden work without poles or fences, and for the more advanced rider will often include lateral work.
If you need some inspiration for flatwork exercises to try at home, check out the examples from top riders and trainers below.
Latest from Flatwork exercises
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Sharpen your aids for bending and straightness with this diamond exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Test your seat stability in canter with this no-stirrups exerciseBy Bethany Stone Published
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This simple figure-of-eight drill can improve your horse’s balance, lift and self-carriage in canterBy Martha Terry Published
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Mix up collection and lateral work with this quick and simple exercise to improve your horse’s engagement and impulsionBy Martha Terry Published
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Try this simple transitions exercise that yields a wide range of benefitsBy Martha Terry Published
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Improve your horse’s suppleness, collection and responsiveness with this 10m circle sequenceBy Martha Terry Published
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Two steps forward, one step back: improve your horse’s balance and responsiveness with this simple walk and rein-back exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Introduce counter-canter and boosts the quality of your horse’s paces with this teardrop exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Teach your horse to canter on the correct lead – and improve the transition – with this leg-yield exerciseBy Bethany Stone Published
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Develop your horse’s extended canter with this simple exercise on a 20m circleBy Martha Terry Published
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Develop the quality and rhythm of your lengthened trot strides with this back-loosening, hindleg-engaging drillBy Martha Terry Published
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Boost the length and power of your horse’s medium trot with this helpful exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Develop your horse’s straightness in canter with the help of this shallow loops exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Transform your 20m circles into a productive schooling exercise for increased suppleness and focusBy Martha Terry Published
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Master your corners with this simple walk transition exercise to improve accuracy and impress the judgesBy Martha Terry Published
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Hone your horse’s responsiveness with this super-simple exercise you can practise anywhereBy Martha Terry Published
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Develop your horse’s engagement in canter with this quick transition exerciseBy Martha Terry Published
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Sharpen your transitions using this simple exercise on a circleBy Martha Terry Published
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Develop your core strength and balance by practising these positions in the saddleBy Martha Terry Published