 Vaulting
The wind of heaven is that which blows between
a horse's ears. - Arabian proverb
Horseplay! Recreational Vaulting
"It is a happy talent to know how to play." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Recreational vaulting is the perfect opportunity to horse around! This playful approach to horses is ideal for all levels of riders and anyone who enjoys the idea of being on and around horses. |
 Recreational vaulting can be done on a barrel, at the halt, walk, trot or canter. Most students quickly relax and harmonize with the horse, gaining balance and riding competence faster than if they were engaged in a conventional riding lesson. Since the horse is under the command of the instructor, the vaulter is free to focus on their balance, form, and control, allowing them to learn faster and more effectively. It is more affordable because several kids share one horse. It is very safe and a lot of FUN!!
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*Practice times are flexible based on school schedules. |
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Competitive Vaulting
From beginner tiny tots to international-level teens and adults, AVA competitions have something for everyone. Vaulting is a unique and growing sport that combines gymnastics and dance on a moving horse. It's a wonderful way to develop coordination, balance, strength, and creativity while working in harmony with your equine partner. If you love horses, gymnastics, dance and fun, our competition team wants you! |
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Therapeutic Vaulting
Special needs vaulters of all ages learn to better themselves both physically and mentally through our unique sport.
| Vaulting Fees |
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| Recreational Vaulting |
$65/month |
| Competitive Vaulting |
$110/month |
| Therapeutic Vaulting |
$25/30 minutes (private) |
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Horse practice
Our horse practices take place at Stonehill Stable, 5770 Alaska Ave., Alto 49302. (Cascade Township, 2 blocks off Whitneyville Rd. and 60th). Please contact Karin for days and times.
Indoor practice at TECC
The Thornapple Covenant Church allows us to graciously use their facility for practice on the barrel. In addition KAY NEHLS, a former gymnast and professional instructor is leading us to do a big part of gymnastics, stretching, strength training and fun team building exercises there. TECC is located at 6595 Cascade Road SE in Cascade, Grand Rapids. |
| By promoting Vaulting in the Grand Rapids area and beyond, our goal is to help children learn physical coordination, gain self-esteem and to work as team members while having fun! |
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Clubs and Contacts in Region X
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, N. Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, S. Dakota, West Virginia, Wisconsin |
Clubs |
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ILLINOIS
CHIEV
Ariane Panahi, coach
317-418-9580
4501 N. Austin Ave.
Chicago, IL 60053
calipso246-vaulting@yahoo.com
http://www.chiev.jimdo.com/
Cornerstone Vaulters
Cortland Hendrick, coach
618-980-8303
1711 State Route 4
Saint Jacob, IL 62281
cstonefarms@gmail.com
http://www.cstonefarms.com
INDIANA
Spirit Equestrian Center
Ariane Panahi, coach
317-418-9580
P.O. Box 132
Noblesville, IN 46062
contact@vaultingpro.com
http://www.vaultingpro.com
IOWA
Blue Sky Vaulters
Deb DeVries, coach
319-240-7392
808 E. Dunkerton Rd.
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
c.f.equ.center@cfu.net
http://www.cfequestriancenter.com
KENTUCKY
Bluegrass Vaulting Academy
Bree Krebel, coach
859-577-0023
838 E High Street #171
Lexington, KY 40502
bluegrassvaulting@gmail.com
http://www.bluegrassvaulting.com
MICHIGAN
A Vaulting Connection
Karin Schmidt, coach
616-954-7028
6389 Burton SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
wkschmidt5@att.net
http://www.avaultingconnection.com
Agape Vaulters
Jane Egger, coach
269-782-3206
5329 Old Pipestone Rd.
Eau Claire, MI 49111
jegger@bpl.coop
AVA Region X
Jane Egger, coach
269-591-9020
32510 School St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
jegger@bpl.coop
Graham Acres Vaulting
Janet Huff, coach
586-430-1473
8686 Meisner
Casco, MI 48064
graham.acres@comcast.net |
MICHIGAN [cont'd]
Lakeshore Vaulters
Hannah Horsmon, coach
269-244-5541
59940 Knevels Ct.
Three Rivers, MI 49093
horsmon@hotmail.com
Sunshine Vaulters
Loretta Scheel, Desiree Scheel, Steven Patterson, coaches
248-921-2593
7950 Trotters Lane
Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
sunshinefarm@charter.net
http://sunshinefarm.homestead.com
Timberlane Vaulters
Annie Rouvillois, coach
616-285-9851
3614 Ridgemont Ct
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
photos@annier.com
MINNESOTA
Northern Lakes Vaulters
Elizabeth Whillock, coach
651-482-0649
2 Birch Lane
North Oaks, MN 55127
ewhillock@msn.com
MISSOURI
Beyond the Rainbow Vaulters
Andrea Brown, Shari Smuth-Mead, coaches
573-749-0060 ext. 3 749-0
P. O. Box 168
Irondale, MO 63648
ralphsplace100@yahoo.com
OHIO
Pegasus Farm
Tammi Gainer, coach
330-935-2300
7490 Edison Ave
Hartville, OH 44632-9328
tammi@pegasusfarm.org
http://www.pegasusfarm.org
WISCONSIN
FreeFall Vaulters
Beth Whillock, coach
715-426-7571
W9321 637th Ave
Ellsworth, WI 54011
flaura1431@yahoo.com
[Name Pending]
Penny VanTassel, coach
715-421-1220
9321 County Road Ww
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
penny@setsailstable.com
Victory Vaulters of Wisconsin
Jeanne Wellman, coach
608-438-6361
149 Jones Street
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
jwellman5@verizon.net |
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