Traditional quadrobics is one of the two focuses of quadrobics.  It included more natural movements, designed for efficiency, safety, and adaptability. It is usually taught to all students first, before they learn recreational skills. Traditional quadrobics has more techniques and a more 'crude' form, which can be good for open feild sports such as hunting, agility coursing, and cross country.

Recreational quadrobics is called  such because the skills are not required to do quadrobics, since the form is more 'refined' and controlled, focusing in showy, consistent movements. It has a lot more  skills and teachings, and includes itself in all levels higher than 4. Two fields that are dedicated to Rec are Diving and dance, but it is also most useful in show gaiting or dressage, and show jumping.

A winter sport that takes place on a natural track or trail. this sport is similar to a group race, although it sometimes can include obstacles such as jumps, tunnels, and terrain.

A sport based on equine cross country, with natural obstacles and jumps, some including water or other terrain. The race is individual and timed, and takes place in winter.