Rhythmic gymnastics is a sport in which individuals or teams of competitors manipulate one or two apparatus: rope, hoop, ball, clubs, and ribbon. Rhythmic gymnastics is a sport that combines elements of ballet, gymnastics, dance, and apparatus manipulation. The victor is the participant who earns the most points, determined by a panel of judges, for leaps, balances, pirouettes, flexibilities, apparatus handling, execution, and artistic effect. Rhythmic Gymnastics is governed by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG). |
