What is Equestrian Vaulting?

Chiara Congia and Justin Van Gerven (GER) with Max - winners in the FEI Vaulting World Cup™ Final - Omaha 2023 - Pas de Deux – FEI / Richard Juilliart

Equestrian vaulting is a unique and exciting sport that combines elements of gymnastics and dance on the back of a moving horse. It involves a vaulter performing various acrobatic and artistic moves on a horse, typically walking or cantering in a controlled circle. Here’s an overview of how equestrian vaulting works: The Horse: A horse is chosen for its calm and steady temperament, making it suitable for carrying vaulters. The horse is often equipped with a special surcingle (a padded girth) to provide handholds and footholds for the vaulter. The…

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