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Acrobatic Gymnastics
What is acro?
Acrobatic gymnastics is a competitive discipline of gymnastics in which the participants work in pairs or groups and perform different acrobatic moves, dance, and tumbling. Acrobatic gymnastics is a recognized sport by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and has been featured in international competitions!
The sport has three types of routines:
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Balance: this routine focuses on the strength, poise, and flexibility of the gymnasts.
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Dynamic: this routine includes throws, catches, and flips
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Combined: this routine is a mix of both balance and dynamic
Acrobats are judged based on artistry, execution of skills and difficulty of skills. There are 3 types of groups you can compete with.
We will be opening up recreational classes for acrobatic gymnastics Winter 2025. Stay tuned for more information on how to get involved in this unique sport!