The word "orientation" was first used in 1886, which means crossing unknown areas with the help of maps and compasses. The real orienteering competition was held in Stockholm, Sweden and Oslo, Norway in 1895, which marked the birth of orienteering as a sports competition. Orienteering has a history of one hundred years.

The common forms of directional movement are as follows:

Hiking orienteering (commonly known as orienteering) (cross-country? Directional motion)

This is one of the most widely organized orienteering competitions. Because the success or failure of the competition depends on the individual's ability to read and use maps, field orientation and running, it is suitable for people of all ages and sexes to participate. According to foreign data, the youngest athlete is only eight years old and the oldest is 80 years old, which is really suitable for all ages.