Vaulting is a sport that originated in Roman times involving gymnastics and dance performed on the back of a moving horse. It promotes coordination, balance, physical health, self-esteem, and teamwork. Competitions involve both compulsory and freestyle routines performed at various skill levels to music. Successful vaulting requires fitness training as well as regular practice with equipment like barrels to improve skills before mounting a horse. Well-trained horses and specialized equipment are needed to allow vaulters to perform routines safely. Presentation and synchronization between the vaulter, horse, and lunger are judged at competitions.