Show-jumping is a form of competition in which horses are jumped over a course of fences, low walls, and other obstacles (e.g., water-filled ditches or troughs). Show-jumping is a competitive sport consisting of many elements. The course is pre-arranged; the event may be timed or untimed event. It is scored by a judge or panel of judges.

The horses are allowed a certain number of refusals to take a jump or other obstacle, but 3 fault points are added to their score for each one. If they take more than the time allowed for the course, they earn 1/4 fault for each extra second. For every pole that is knocked down, 4 faults are earned.

The final rankings are based on the lowest number of points accumulated. In case of a draw, the horse with the fastest time ranks higher.

At the Olympic Games show-jumpic is a discipline on it's own as well as part to the Equestrian / Eventing.