Recreational Vaulting Program

If your child likes horses, gymnastics, dance, and/or having fun, vaulting is a great fit for them! The Apex Vaulters Recreational Vaulting Program develops happy, healthy, and confident kids through the sport of equestrian vaulting. Recreational vaulters ages 8 – 17 can join the year-round Walk group at any time on a space-available basis. Vaulters ages 5-7 are welcome in our year-round Tiny Tots class.

Adult recreational vaulting is also periodically available, see the Adult Vaulting page for more information.

Beginner Vaulting (Year-round)

Recreational vaulters ages 8+ who want to vault year-round are welcome to join the Walk/Trot year-round vaulting group. This is a competition-optional group geared towards vaulters in beginning levels, vaulters practice either once or twice/week. More information on this group is available here.

Tiny Tots (Year-round)

The Tiny Tots vaulting class is for vaulters ages 5-7. Vaulters learn basic vaulting skills on a stationary barrel before moving to a safe vaulting horse at walk. Instruction focuses on developing body awareness and confidence, learning horse and vaulting safety, and exploring creative movement. The class is 45 minutes in length, with a maximum of four vaulters and minimum of two instructors/assistants. All vaulters must attend with a parent/guardian, who will be involved in parts of the class with their child. All vaulters have a side-walker present for safety while they are mounted on the horse.
Our Tiny Tots class is currently on hold. Vaulters ages 7+ are welcome to join the Beginner vaulting group after a trial lesson.

Intro to Vaulting Sessions (Summer only)

Vaulters in introductory sessions learn basic vaulting skills on a stationary vaulting barrel before moving onto a safe vaulting horse at walk, and eventually at trot. No prior experience with horses, gymnastics, or dance is needed! The program offers sessions in the summer for vaulters ages 8 – 17. No prior experience with horses or gymnastics is necessary. All classes have a maximum of six students and a minimum of two instructors to allow for personalized coaching, ensuring every student has a positive experience with teaching targeted towards their unique abilities and strengths.