what is gymkhana

Gymkhana is a term used to describe different types of events, including a type of motorsport, an equestrian event, and a social and sporting club in the Indian subcontinent and other Asian countries)). In the context of motorsport, gymkhana is similar to autocross, and the goal is to achieve the fastest time possible by maneuvering through a predetermined "track" featuring obstacles such as cones, tires, and barrels. Drivers must perform advanced skills such as reversals, 180 degree spins, 360 degree spins, parking boxes, figure 8s, and drifting). In the context of equestrian events, gymkhana consists of speed pattern racing and timed games for riders on horses, often emphasizing childrens participation. Events include barrel racing, pole bending, keyhole race, keg race, flag racing, and stake race, among others). Finally, in the Indian subcontinent and other Asian countries, gymkhana refers to a social and sporting club, often associated with a Gymkhana Club, which was coined during the British Raj for gentlemens clubs.