Title: Identify round pen techniques.
Course: Equine Science, Advanced (18104-II) > Section: Handling and Grooming a Horse

Identification should include explaining

- all safety procedures and guidelines
- exercises to get the horse to move its feet forwards and backwards, left, and right, and with the forequarters, hindquarters, or both simultaneously
- desensitization
- fundamental groundwork
  - lead exercises
  - touching exercises
  - yielding to physical aids (direct pressure)
  - yielding to driving aids (indirect pressure)
  - circle work.

Teacher Resource:

- Groundwork Exercise To Improve Your Relationship With Your Horse,  American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the goal of groundwork?
- How does groundwork challenge a horse physically and mentally?
- How does groundwork help a horse overcome fear?
- Why are lead exercises important?
- How does circle work influence a horse’s behavior?
- How does groundwork enhance the bond between the horse and rider?