Longeing Training

[bizzylizzy]

Hi, just wondered if anyone had heard of, or done, what is known here as "Longeing training"?  I've just looked at it on the net but can't find anything in English, so don't even know if that's the correct term.
Basically, the training is similar to that of longeing horses, going around in a circle on a long line at first and then free, and the aim is to train commands at a distance by use of body language. Its supposed to strengthen the bond between dog and handler as the dog is required to watch the handler all the time and is apparently seen as a new sport form.
Our trainer is offering classes in the autumn but I'm wondering if I'm being a bit optimistic in thinking Humphrey'd take his nose off the ground for long enough to be able to do it! (another exhausting class this morning!! )
Does anyone recognise it or have any experience of it?

[PollySpaull]

My only experience is with lunging horses. This is done to improve the horses strength, their gaits and to see their natural way of going. Or to get a young horse used to tack/ prep them for a rider.
I'm not sure how beneficial it would be for a cocker to be constantly working in a circle! I think Monty would find it confusing to be honest! Interested to hear what others think though!

[AlanT]

Once, when he was a pup, I used a long line fixed to a garden fork. I did this so I could work in the garden and not worry he would escape or make other trouble.

Complete failure. He pulled the line out tight. Sat down and just looked at me.
"why have you done this too me", "what did I do to get this terrible punishment".

This is an breed for running free, you must find a way to build a bond that will bring it back to you.

I did the same thing with a Bichon pup last week. Worked a treat. Didn't care. Just fooled about in a circle and didn't even tie itself up very much.