Introduction: Why I care about work in-hand -- Meet the horses -- The basics of groundwork -- Supplying exercises: in halter and cavesson -- Longeing: creating suppleness and variety -- Jaw relaxation and bending exercises: helpful on many levels -- Mobilizing lateral movements: in a snaffle bridle -- Applying the whip: with understanding and feel -- Collection through lateral movements: developing the horse's body -- Approaching piaffe: a milestone of advanced training -- Canter: uphill and expressive -- The Spanish walk: a valuable exercise -- Passage: a wave of emotion -- Working at liberty: a look in the mirror -- Conclusions: Last but not least.