Rhythmic Gymnastics

Rhythmic gymnastics uses hoops, ribbons, balls, clubs and ropes in routines set to music. Gymnasts combine flexibility, balance, jumps and throwing skills. Each routine is judged for technique, artistry and the use of apparatus.

Rhythmic gymnasts can spend years perfecting a single routine with a ribbon or hoop. Competitors perform on a mat and must keep the equipment moving with grace throughout their performance.