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Basics of Horse Longeing
Attaching a Horse to a Longe Line
Horse Longeing Positioning
Horse Longeing Warm Up
Horse Longe Line Cantering Warm Up
Horse Longe Line Transition Warm Up
Tightening the Reins of a Horse on a Longe Line
Transitioning a Horse on a Longe Line
Cantering & Transitioning a Horse on a Longe Line
Walking & Halting a Horse on a Longe Line
Changing Directions of a Horse on a Longe Line
Walking & Trotting a Horse on a Longe Line
Cantering a Horse on a Longe Line
Horse Longe Line Walk & Halt Review
Horse Longe Cool Down
Summary: Watch as a horse expert demonstrates horse longeing positioning in this free online video about horseback riding.
Mara Keith-Hunter is a lifelong equestrian and head coach for the Hampshire College equestrian team. She rode in the Intercollegiate National Horse Show for both the University of...read more
"We are now ready to longe. It is important to begin with you have your longe line organized and it would be your left hand. That you have our longe wipe ready. Alway important to use this when longeing so you can control the path and the speed of the horse. As we move the horse to the circle it is important to maintain the proper positioning of your body. Your hand should be pointing towards her nose and your wipe should be pointed towards her haunches. Therefore making a v shape with your arms. It is also important to remember to never put the longe line hit the ground and the horse could become tangled with the longe line. As the horse goes around you want to be very careful your feet should stay fairly still just pivoting in a circle. Not following the horse, let them make the circle around you. "
eHow Article: Horse Longeing Positioning
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darylann said
on 8/2/2008 Your videos are very easy to understand, step by step, and small details not overlooked. I have my first horse, a miniature, and we're learning together. I will not be riding her, however, so things are just a bit different in preparation. Thanks so very much, I feel confident with your thorough and relaxed explanation.