Spacing Between Trotting Poles?

For most horses, a trot stride is approximately 4ft, 6inches (1.4m). it xan vary, however like you said between horses and ponies with exceptionally long or short strides.

Distance between poles is 4-5ft which will allow for a single step between each (walk and trot). Each hoof should be placed midway between each pole:) hope it helps
 
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