Vaulting
Vaulting is one of the seven equestrian disciplines recognized by the Fédération
Equestre Internationale (FEI) for international competition
It is most easily described as gymnastics performed on the back (or other parts)
of a moving horse.
Participants are judged on both a set of compulsory moves, and in freestyle
competition called (in German) a Kür.
The USA Equestrian
Rule Book defines Vaulting:
Vaulting is the art of gymnastics on the moving horse. The competition is judged
on the smooth and correct execution of the compulsory exercises and free-style
programs by the vaulters in sympathy and harmony with the horse working on the
longe line.