Equine Training Aids

Training aids help develop a horse's strength, balance, suppleness, and way of going. They can encourage correct head carriage, promote engagement of the hindquarters, and build topline muscle. They should always be used alongside correct riding and under professional guidance.

Training aids are not suitable for every horse or every situation. Young or green horses should have solid foundation training before aids are introduced. Horses with physical issues should be assessed by a vet first. Always consult a qualified coach or trainer before using training aids.

Training aids should be used for short periods — typically 10 to 20 minutes within a schooling or lungeing session. Overuse can cause fatigue, tension, or soreness. Build up gradually and always warm up and cool down without the aid in place.

Side reins attach to the bit and girth to encourage a consistent contact and head position, commonly used during lungeing. A chambon runs from the girth through the poll to the bit, encouraging the horse to lower its head and stretch its topline. They serve different purposes in training.

Training aids can support the development of correct way of going, but they cannot fix issues caused by poor riding, saddle fit, dental pain, or lameness. They are tools, not solutions. Address root causes with the help of professionals before relying on training aids.

Yes — all our equine training aids ship from our Australian warehouse with fast, tracked delivery to every state and territory. Orders over $249 ship free. Most orders dispatch within one business day.