A Typical Vaulting Class
	Lesson Information
	Dress Code
	Vaulting Rules
	Stable Rules
	Make Up Lessons
	Rainy and Muddy Day Lessons
	Lesson Schedule

 

Ages:

Typically student range from ages 9 to Young Adults.

 

Lesson Information:

• Parents/riders will be required to sign a liability form.

• Come dressed properly – i.e. jacket, shoes, see dress code below.

• Parents (if app.) need to read throughout the study book – i.e. rules, level, dress code and fees.

• Please call if you are not coming to class. 

• Classes are for actively enrolled students only.

• Lessons are held in all weather conditions, including rain.

• Always be aware that lessons may run over the allotted time.

• Late starts - please understand that late starts may occur due to the nature of the business.

• All students are required to clean up after themselves.

• Spectators, this includes PARENTS, are not allowed in the areas where horses are working, such as the arena and grooming areas or cross ties. It is preferred that they stay in their cars. So, not to distract the vaulters.

• Students that are improperly dressed for vaulting or weather conditions will not be able to vault.

• Spectators must not interfere in lesson by distracting student when on the horse.

• Any parent that is going to be late to pick up a student needs to call.

• Jackets, coats and sweatshirts are to be zipped or buttoned while riding; never take any type of outer garment off while mounted.

Vaulting Dress Code:

• Clothes: T-shirt and legging or sweat pants. Bike unitards are great.  Shirts should be tucked in.

• No 1/2 Shirts, loose or slippery clothing or jeans should be worn.

• COLD WEATHER: Sweatshirts should be warn in cold weather, no zippers or buttons: damages the equipment..

• Hair: Long hair should be in a ponytail or bun.

• Shoes: Swim shoes (water shoes), Ballet shoes, or Vaulting shoes are good. Vaulting Shoes can be purchase on line at Pegasus Vaulting Supply  the shoes cost is around $29.00 plus 6.00 for shipping.

 

Vaulting Rules:

Vaulting rules are the standards by which a rider conducts him/herself when vaulting in company, whether showing or during instruction.  A well-mannered rider is aware that the practice of these rules is a safety fact for them and others.

1.      Obey the instructor at all times.

2.      Do not tell others what to do. (However, do help other vaulters by being a good mentor.)

3.      Students must dress properly for vaulting and the weather.

4.      Never run in front of the horse.

5.      Never stand in front of or behind the horse

6.      Always warm up before vaulting.

7.      Never practice alone.

8.      Be on time to your lessons. (Call if you are going to be late and remember to stretch.)

9.      Specters must not distract the riders

10. Always be ready to help spot for your teammate.

11. Always praise your teammates often on their achievements.

12. Never ride on a horse that has not been trained for vaulting.

13. Remember to stand in line patiently.

14. Stand tallest to smallest with your hands behind you, at attention.

15. Land softly on the horse’s back and do not dig your heels, knees, or toes into the horse.

16. If you lose your balance, make sure you tuck and roll away from the horse or barrel.

17. Never use the word CAN'T. Ask for help instead.