Rhythm and flow on show at national competition
Rhythmic Salaagh Gymnastic Club's Nia Grootboom, 7, and a Grade 3 pupil at Vanguard Primary School, will be competing level 6 under-9 division,at the weekend's rhythmic gymnastics high performance competition, in Belhar
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Members of the Athlone-based Rhythmic Salaagh Gymnastic Club will participate in the high-performance national competition, held in Belhar on Friday and Saturday, June 27 and 28, at the Belhar indoor sports complex.
Rhythmic gymnastics is one of seven gymnastic disciplines, combining elements of dance, gymnastics, and the manipulation of handheld apparatus, including ribbons, hoops, balls, clubs, and ropes. It can be performed by individuals or groups on a floor exercise area, incorporating routines that showcase flexibility, strength, balance, and artistry.
In South Africa, the sport is governed by Gymnastics South Africa, to which Cape Town Gymnastics is affiliated. Pictured are Rhythmic Salaagh club members who will take part in level 6 under-9 and under-13 divisions at the weekend’s national competition. The club has training sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4,30 to 6.30, at Turhall indoor hall. Call Rashida Abrahams on 082 450 2711
Rhythmic Salaagh Gymnastic Club's Riley Stemmert, 8, a Grade 3 pupil at Vanguard Primary School, pictured here on her way to winning bronze at last year's national championships, in Cape Town, will also be taking part in the weekend's competition in Belhar.
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Pictured, from left, are Rhythmic Gymnastic Club's Riley Stemmert, Bukhu Nchukana and Nia Grootboom.
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Rhythmic Salaagh's Riley Stemmert and her team mates will be in action at the weekend's national high performance competition in Belhar. The youn gymnast won bronze in ribbon and hoop section as well as bronze overall at last year's national championship
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