The Best Vaulting Clubs to Visit
Vaulting — gymnastics performed on a moving horse — is a recognised FEI discipline with deep roots in German military riding tradition. The discipline serves both as athletic competition and as introductory horsemanship for children. All clubs on the map.
Aachen Vaulting Club, Germany
Germany's leading vaulting club; major international competition hosted annually as part of the CHIO Aachen festival.
Switzerland — multiple clubs
Switzerland is the second-most established vaulting nation; clubs in Zurich, Bern, and Basel.
USA — American Vaulting Association
US vaulting through the AVA with affiliated clubs nationwide. National Championships annually.
Austria — Vaulting Traditional
Austrian vaulting has deep traditional roots; clubs in Vienna and provincial cities.
France — French Vaulting
French vaulting through the FFE; competitive at international level.
Italy — Italian Vaulting Federation
Italian vaulting concentrated in northern regions; growing competitive presence.
Sweden — Nordic Vaulting Tradition
Scandinavian vaulting strong in Sweden with several international-level riders.
UK — British Equestrian Vaulting
British vaulting through BEF; clubs across the country.
FEI World Championships
International vaulting championships held biennially. Major competition with team and individual events.
Lunge horses and longeurs
Vaulting horses are trained to canter steadily on a longe line. The longeur — the person controlling the horse — is as important as the vaulter.
Beginner and child programmes
Vaulting is widely used as introductory horsemanship for children because it builds horse confidence without the responsibility of full riding. Many clubs run children's programmes.
Compulsory and freestyle
Vaulting competitions include compulsory exercises (specified moves) and freestyle (choreographed routines to music). Both individuals and teams compete.
Booking visits and trying
Most clubs welcome visitors to watch training, particularly junior sessions. Beginner classes are available at most clubs for adults and children.
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