Longeing
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Longeing or lungeing is a technique for training and exercising horses where the horse travels in a circle around the handler. It is also a critical component of the sport of equestrian vaulting.
A horse in training for equestrian vaulting at the halt on a longe line
17th century copperplate engraving of a horse and rider being worked on a longe line
A horse and vaulter on a longe line with handler on the ground. (In vaulting, the handler is called a longeur.) The longe is also used to develop a person's equestrian skills.
Longe cavesson fitted with a bridle. Leg wraps on the front legs and stirrups run up the leathers are protective measures.
Spanish Riding School
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The Spanish Riding School is an Austrian institution based in Vienna, dedicated to the preservation of classical dressage and the training of Lipizzaner horses, whose performances in the Hofburg are a
Longeing
…as they may develop their seat and position without having to worry about controlling the horse. Classical schools of riding and training, such as the Spanish Riding School, require new riders to work extensively on the longe before they are allowed reins or stirrups, and riders are required to periodically return to longe…
Spanish Riding School Lipizzaners performing in the Winter Riding Hall.
Lipizzaner horses returning to stables after training. The stables are located next to the Spanish Riding School arena in Vienna, Austria, where the Lipizzaner stallions perform.
Winter Riding School
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