maneuverability in the saddle/on the ground

 Goal(s) :

Without breaking gait, enter and exit the serpentine without touching or knocking down a pole.

 Process :

The poles can either be on the ground or elevated to 40cm. Introduce the exercise to the horse on foot to start. The exercise is performed at a walk, but there should be no stopping to turn; the horse must turn by engaging its shoulders without touching the poles.

 Difficulties :

Engage the shoulders with the leg, do not stop while turning.