This assumes you are using a complete set of gear. If you aren't using a piece, skip that step:
As mentioned, a coach or experienced goalkeeper should be able to help you with any trouble regarding how to put on and use your gear. What each piece is, and how to care for them, is better answered by other questions on the site and by devoted websites.
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The stick is held in one hand, normally the right, about halfway down. That arm/hand is then placed at around midriff to shoulder height; sometimes higher, sometimes lower, depending on what they are doing or expecting at the time. When the goalie needs to slide- or dive-save, the arm and stick are extended, adding another half metre to their reach and letting them cover more of the goal; when they are grounded and the ball is within reach, the stick cvan be used to accurately clear the ball away from danger. If the goalie needs to save an aerial shot that is otherwise out of reach, they can also extend with the stick to deflect it away.
Good coordination, balance, reflexes and reaction speed, commitment, decent anaerobic fitness and a fair amount of bravery or craziness.
you place your right hand almost at the end of the rubber grip and your left hand a bit under the top of the stick. hope that helped :)