Originally Posted by
mike734
The time to learn how to get out of a spin and how to avoid them is NOT when you first experience one turning base to final. PRACTICE THEM NOW.
This is exactly why I teach it. I've seen many students cross-control the base-final because they over-shot. First I tell them if you over-shoot, accept the fact you did, and if you can safely return to final, continue, but otherwise go-around.
Then we go out on the next lesson and demonstrate what can happen. We set up the 5000ft imaginary pattern and do the same inputs. Of course I like to let them try the initial recovery. I guarantee you it'll put a strong mark in the back of their head you'll never see them do it again. Scared Straight is what I like to reference it to