Pole Vault
Pole vault is an Olympic 'Field' sport of Athletics which requires an athlete to jump over a tall horizontal bar without knocking it. The athlete runs towards the object and uses a flexible pole to propel them over the horizontal bar and land on a soft mat. This sport tests an athlete's agility, spend and strength. Pole vault has been included in the Olympics since 1896 for men and since 2000 for women.
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Pole vault is an Olympic 'Field' sport of Athletics which requires an athlete to jump over a tall horizontal bar without knocking it. The athlete runs towards the object and uses a flexible pole to propel them over the horizontal bar and land on a soft mat. This sport tests an athlete's agility, spend and strength. Pole vault has been included in the Olympics since 1896 for men and since 2000 for women.
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How many PoleVault clubs are there?
PlaySport lists 15 PoleVault clubs and organisations. Browse them above to find one near you.
How do I join a PoleVault club?
Find a PoleVault club near you on PlaySport, open its page, and use its contact or booking details to get in touch and sign up.
Are there PoleVault clubs for juniors and beginners?
Many PoleVault clubs welcome juniors and beginners. Open each club's page to see the programs and sessions it runs for new and younger players.
