Teaching a pupil to ride. Positional corrections of a pupil with exercises to improve balance and coordination. The longe line is snapped to the inside ring on the halter and changed to the opposite ring when reversed. Protective boots or bandages should be worn at least on the front legs to avoid injury such as splints. From the ground, work the horse in a circle, controlling him with a longe line attached to the side ring on the halter.
Aids used are voice, a longe whip and body position.
Hold the longe line in your left hand with excess coils and whip in the right hand. As he walks in a circle, keep the whip near his hind quarters to encourage him to move if he stops. If he tries to move towards you, step to the horses shoulder slightly and point the whip to the shoulder to push the horse back out of the circle. The key to the success is the forward motion. Correct body position when asking for a stop.