Fabric Riding Arenas

Riding-quality space, clear-span

A standard dressage arena is 20×60 metres — roughly 66'×197'. The MAX 70×200 clears that footprint with no interior posts anywhere in the riding surface, and the 70×150 ($ see product page) suits schooling rings and smaller programs. Straight sidewalls keep the full width usable to the rail, and peak heights give jump courses and lunging real overhead room.

Light and air, without the utility bill

Fabric arenas ride bright all day on natural light. Ventilation through end doors and optional side openings moves air and keeps dust and ammonia from accumulating — the complaints that follow closed steel and wood arenas. Riders also notice the sound: rain on fabric is quieter than on steel, which greener horses appreciate.

The honest cost conversation

Arena projects sink or swim on the building cost. Ours are published: 70×200×26 at $83,888, with the 70×120 and 70×150 priced on their product pages, plus your site prep, base and footing. Compare that against wood or steel arena quotes for the same clear span — the difference typically funds your footing. Financing through First Capital Leasing sees 95% approval, often within 4 hours.

Engineered for real winters

Wind-rated over 120 km/h, 80 kg/m² snow loading, double-trussed galvanized steel throughout. Engineered drawings are available for your permit application — most municipalities treat arenas as agricultural buildings on farmland, but requirements vary, so check locally.

See the 70×200 product page, 70×150, and 70×120 for full specs and current pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 70×200 big enough for a dressage arena?

Yes. A full 20×60 m dressage court is about 66'×197'; the 70×200 clears it with room at the rail. For jumping courses or larger warm-up space, the same 70' clear-span width with the 200' length is the standard arena-size choice.

What does a fabric riding arena cost compared to steel or wood?

Our building prices are published — 70×200 at $83,888 — where steel and wood arena quotes for equivalent clear spans typically come back higher. Add site prep, base and footing on any arena type. Having the building number public makes the total project budget honest from day one.

How bright is it inside, really?

The white 750g cover passes enough daylight that arenas ride without artificial light during daytime hours. Owners add lighting for evening boards and winter afternoons, but the daytime baseline is bright, even light without shadows from posts — there are none.

Do I need a permit for an arena?

Usually yes at arena scale, and requirements vary by municipality — agricultural zoning often simplifies it. Engineered drawings for MAX buildings are available for your application. Check your county or municipal office early in planning.