Serpentine and Laterals
This pattern works on Opposing Bends using laterals.
You can use this pattern to develop lightness and responsiveness, and you can use it for all the levels.
Small Serpentine and Lateral:
At a trot, weave between the cones, concentrating on correct bend and light responses.
Trot to one side of the cones,
Stop and move your horse laterally for about 3 or 4 steps.
Resume the trot and weave through the cones again.
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The Importance of Training with Patterns
Variations:
Below is a video demonstrating this pattern and the variations.