More about vaulting
What is equestrian vaulting?
Vaulting is a unique and growing sport which combines dance and gymnastics on a moving horse. It's a wonderful way to develop coordination, balance, strength, and creativity while working in harmony with the horse.
Who can vault?
Anyone! Vaulting programs are not only for competitive teams, but include recreational groups, and therapeutic vaulting programs.
At what age can you start vaulting?
What are some skills that vaulting helps develop?
One of the beauties of this terrific sport is that vaulters can be pre-schoolers or adults—and any age in between!
What are some skills that vaulting helps develop?
What are some skills that vaulting helps develop?
Coordination
Balance
Strength
Creativity
Confidence
Comfortability around horses
Communication
Can any horse do vaulting?
Vaulting horses need to undergo extensive training and have a kind and gentle demeanor. Our vaulting horses have years of skills, on-going training, and practice regulary to be the best vaulting horse they can be.
Is it safe?
As with any sport, vaulting does come with an inherit risk factor. However, we have spent years coming up with the best ways to minimize those risks:
- All vaulters have a spoter with them at all times to aid in the proper and safe way to perform exercises and to help provide addtional balance and support
- The vaulting horse is attched to a lo
As with any sport, vaulting does come with an inherit risk factor. However, we have spent years coming up with the best ways to minimize those risks:
- All vaulters have a spoter with them at all times to aid in the proper and safe way to perform exercises and to help provide addtional balance and support
- The vaulting horse is attched to a loung line that is directed by one of our instructors at all times
- All vaulters are required to wear certified equestrian riding helmets
- Our staff undergoes continuous education and puts on "think tanks" to ensure safety guidelines are up to date