Step I.

Start down the long side at E with a 20 meter circle in trot.

Continue to the end of the arena.

Make a 10 meter half circle returning to the track at E.

Step II.

At E, step into right lead canter and canter a 20 meter circle.

As you return to E make a transition back to trot and proceed straight ahead.

At the end of the arena make a 10 meter half circle returning to the track at E.

Step III.

At E, step into left lead canter and ride a 20 meter circle in canter.

As you return to E transition back to trot and repeat

Variations:

Move the downward transition to trot further down the long side, first to S and V and later to H and K.

For more advanced horses stay in canter through the half circle then make a change of lead through the trot before you get to E.

Or try making the canter circle 15 meters.

How it helps:

-gives you a plan for starting out with your canter work

-keeps you making many transitions and helps keep the horse on the aids.

-helps you keep the horse supple by frequent change of direction

-lets you keep a familiar exercise and increase the difficulty in steps when you are ready.

Things to remember:

In a large arena, for the 20 meter circle at E, remember to stay 2 meters inside the line from R-S and V-P. R, S, V, and P are each 12 meters from E and B, NOT 10 meters.

Let your eyes help you stay focused. Be sure to look where you are going and keep the correct inside/outside aids as you change direction.