Longeing or lungeing is a technique for training and exercising horses. 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. Also note front leg wraps and that the stirrups are put up to keep them from hitting the horse's side.
Horse training refers to a variety of practices that teach horses to perform certain behaviors when commanded to do so by humans. Horses are trained to be manageable by humans for everyday care as well as for equestrian activities, ranging anywhere from equine sports such as horse racing, dressage, or jumping, to therapeutic horseback riding for people with disabilities.
A horse being trained on the longe line.
Effective communication and harmony between horse and rider are among the goals of proper training
Horses too young to be ridden are trained to accept a halter, taught basic skills, manners, and become accustomed to human activity. Some, like this yearling, are shown in conformation classes.
A young horse in Europe being longed with a surcingle and side reins
