How high does a indoor riding arena needs to be?
How high does a indoor riding arena needs to be?
16 feet high
If you’ll be riding in groups or training, a longer indoor arena is advisable. The most common height in a covered horse arena is 16 feet high. But for jumping, we usually advise folks to go another 2 feet, or 18 feet high. Any height over 18 feet is more for a commercial/professional horse arena.
How much does it cost to build your own arena?
The cost to build a riding arena ranges from $50,000 to $500,000 for smaller sizes appropriate for dressage, compared to $100,000 to $1,000,000 for larger spaces. Labor to build the arena can cost up to 50% of the total. You’ll pay the most for custom construction.
How long does it take to build an indoor riding arena?
If it is a build project, most standard barns are completed in a 6-8 week time frame; however, that time frame varies depending upon the size and complexity of the project. Likewise, standard indoor riding arenas can usually be finished in 8-10 weeks, but that may change due to the size and complexity of the project.
What is the best size for a riding arena?
100×200 feet
According to the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA), a standard competition arena is 100×200 feet. That is large enough for jump courses and most riding activities. As a baseline, CHA recommends 32 linear feet of rail per horse. For 10 horses, that means a 60×100-foot arena.
How big does a horse arena need to be?
According to experts, the minimum dimensions for an average horse arena should be no less than 60′ in width and interior heights ranging from 16′ to 18′ measuring ground up to the peak of the trusses. The recommended horse arena sizes are as follows: 80′ wide x 200′ long and 60′ wide by 120′ long.
How do you build a horse arena?
Key strategies
- Do your homework.
- Avoid low-lying areas, and pick a spot where any fall will help to carry water away.
- Excavate to a good base before trucking in materials.
- Don’t skimp on base layers.
- Ignore drainage and there’s a good chance your arena will fail.
- Plan the project for the drier months.
How to build a horse arena on your property?
Horse arena kits can start out as nothing more than an open pole building with a covered roof. Sheet at least one endwall with steel or another siding to combat wind uplift. It’s best to position your horse arena with the enclosed end toward the wind, if this is possible on your property.
What is a a horse arena kit?
A horse arena kit is a pre-engineered building package made from angle-iron steel trusses and premium quality framing lumber sourced from the Pacific Northwest.
Why choose Morton Buildings for your horse arena?
You also have several choices when it comes to style and size. Fully-enclosed steel riding arenas allow you to control the climate in your building while open-walled arenas allow for maximum ventilation. Morton Buildings is the industry leader in post-frame construction, with decades of experience serving the equine community.
Why choose DC structures for your riding arena?
At DC Structures, you can feel secure knowing that your investment in a riding arena is also an investment in the well-being of your animals. Located in the heart of West Linn, Oregon, this stunning Prairie 80′ arena kit makes an ideal structure for our clients and their horses.
