equestrian disciplines

Equestrian disciplines refer to the various sports and activities involving horseback riding. Key disciplines include dressage, where horse and rider perform precise movements; show jumping, which involves jumping over obstacles; eventing, a combination of dressage, show jumping, and cross-country racing; and western riding, emphasizing skills used in cattle herding, such as roping and barrel racing. Each discipline showcases the ability of the horse and rider to work together, emphasizing agility, precision, and athleticism. Participants are often categorized by competition level, from amateur to professional.