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One of the most important parts of designing a covered riding arena is determining what type of footing material is best for your build. While seemingly an easy decision, poor arena footing can lead to increased risk of injury and long-term health problems for your horses, which is why it’s essential to consider a variety of factors before making your final selection. Before evaluating your options, ask yourself what kind of maintenance your footing will require, if the footing makes sense for its intended use, and if it can be combined with other footing materials to achieve its desired effect. Some of the most common materials for arena footing are made from clay, sand or wax-coated sand, and wood products or natural and synthetic fibers—with wax-coated surfaces being the closest alternative to turf. Depending on your location and equestrian discipline, you’ll also want to consider arena footing that you can easily maintain with frequent activity and weather changes.