Our collection of exercise sheets offers a variety of options to suit every need, including waterproof and fleece exercise sheets. Whether you’re looking for a high vis exercise sheet for added safety or a fleece option to keep your horse’s muscles warm, we have the perfect choice for any activity.
Featuring top brands like Weatherbeeta and LeMieux, our exercise sheets for horses come in a range of sizes, including pony exercise sheets. For added safety when riding on the roads, we offer high-vis exercise sheets like the Equiflector Waterproof Hi Vis Exercise Rug, which combines visibility with warmth through its fleece lining. These hi-vis sheets can help ensure that you and your horse stay visible in low light, enhancing safety while out hacking.
Our waterproof exercise sheets provide excellent protection in wet weather, while fleece exercise sheets keep your horse’s muscles warm and relaxed during exercise. Need help finding the perfect fit? Use our exercise sheet size guide on each product page to ensure your horse or pony gets the ideal coverage for any activity.
Browse our collection today and ensure your horse stays warm and protected, no matter the conditions. Shop now and join the riders who trust us for durable, stylish exercise sheets year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
A horse exercise rug, also known as an exercise sheet, sits under or around your saddle to help keep your horse warm and dry while you ride. It’s designed to offer comfort and protection during schooling, hacking or warming up in cooler weather. A quarter sheet (sometimes called a quarter rug) attaches behind the saddle and covers the hindquarters to keep your horse’s muscles warm and supple during exercise. A horse exercise sheetis a really practical addition to your horse’s riding wardrobe. It protects the sensitive kidney area from chills and cold air without restricting your movement in the saddle. They’re especially useful for clipped horses, those that are ‘cold backed’, or horses that simply feel the cold. On rainy days, a waterproof exercise sheethelps keep your horse dry and comfortable, while a hi-vis exercise sheetadds visibility and safety when hacking out. A fleece exercise sheetprovides everyday warmth for winter rides, and a smarter show version adds a touch of elegance for competitions and events. Both do the same essential job, it’s mainly down to personal preference. Most exercise sheetsare cut away at the front and fasten easily in front of the saddle. Quarter sheetstend to attach to the girth straps under the saddle flap and cover more of the hindquarters. As a general guide, an exercise sheetis usually around 18” shorter than your horse’s standard rug. For example, a 4'9 exercise sheet usually fits horses that wear a 6’3 or 6’6 rug. Quarter sheetsare typically sized small, medium or large, with large being the most popular choice. If your horse gets hot easily, choose a breathable exercise sheet. These wick away sweat, moisture and excess heat, so your horse stays comfortable without overheating - ideal for both warm-up and active work. Check straps, fittings and stitching regularly; store in a dry, well-ventilated place; reproof waterproof sheets occasionally to maintain weather resistance; wash at 30°C with a mild, non-biological soap; line or drip dry - do not tumble dry or dry clean. Hand washing helps prolong the waterproof coating.