ALEXANDERHOF ONLINE SCHOOL

Athletic lunging online course in 4 parts - Overview

What you can expect in Module 1:

In this introductory part, you will receive a well-founded overview of a truly healthy and athletically sensible way of lunging – beyond routine and circle work. You will learn why correct lunging is more than just exercise on the lunge line: it is targeted training that strengthens your horse physically, stimulates him mentally and deepens your relationship. This module combines historical knowledge with modern insights – practical and applicable.

You will learn: – What specific benefits your horse gets from lunging
– What the work looks like and what is behind it
– Where this knowledge comes from (incl. historical context)
– How you can acquire it step by step

Inspiring insights from practice and real success stories

What awaits you in Module 2:

In the second module of the online course Athletic Lunging – dynamic and spatially oriented, you will dive deep into practice: You will learn how to use lunges, reins and aids in a targeted way to establish clear communication with your horse. The focus is on the interplay of body language, position and movement – in other words, on what your horse actually “reads”. You will develop a precise sense of space, train your movement dynamics and learn how you can achieve great effects with minimal changes. Practical exercises and specific sequences will help you to make your lunging not only more effective, but also finer and more conscious.

What awaits you in Module 3:

Module 3 is dedicated to the art of release – a central component of any meaningful training session. You will learn how to bring your horse mentally and physically into a relaxed, relaxed state and which criteria you should recognize for this. Particular attention is paid to the correct and horse-friendly use of auxiliary reins: When they are useful, how to use them correctly – and when you should consciously do without them. You will also receive practical instructions for lunging young horses so that you can train them in a sound, calm and clear manner right from the start.

What awaits you in Module 4:

Module 4 introduces you to the supreme discipline of lunging: collection. You will learn how to systematically accompany your horse from the stretching position to the upright position – with the aim of promoting genuine self-carriage and carrying power. Targeted training phases, fine aids and clear eye training play a central role in this. This module is supplemented by practical impulses for working with cavaletti and jumping on the lunge line – ideal for promoting strength, coordination and balance. For advanced horses and lungers who want to exploit the full potential of ground work.