Abstract: An improved equine training halter includes a noseband and a headband. Left and right through openings are formed in the headband and located to receive therethrough the left and right ears, respectively, of an equine. Left and right lines are attached to the headband adjacent to its lower surface. Each line includes a hoop positioned substantially concentrically about one of the left and right through openings. A recoil mechanism is anchored to the central headband portion between the left and right through openings and is secured to the hoops of the left and right lines such that the hoops are pulled back to their original position when the lines are released after being pulled to apply pressure to areas of sensitivity around the equine's ears.