Rhythmic Gymnastics remains the perfect combination of arts and sports in which one or group of gymnasts perform some skillful manipulation of gymnastics apparatus. The apparatus include rhythmic gymnastics ribbon, clubs, ball, hoop, rope and in some cases no apparatus at all. In fact, the sports works in such a way that it showcases the combination of some elements like dance, gymnastics, ballet as well as several apparatus manipulation. It is important to note that the gymnasts who wins in the rhythmic gymnastics sports is the one with the highest point which would be determined by a panel of judges. Note that this would be determined for execution, apparatus handling, pivot, balances and leaps.

In addition, it is expected that in a rhythmic gymnastics competition, the choreography covers the entire floor and at the same time contains a kind of balance of pivot, leap, jumps as well as flexibility movements. Besides, rhythmic gymnastics equipment will require the gymnasts to possess a combination of some physical abilities like endurance, dexterity, agility, flexibility, power and strength.

The rhythmic gymnastics moves which combines possible apparatus and body are seemingly infinite with the creation of new movement patterns which is both challenging and also exciting for both the coach and gymnast. The pivot turn will require leg strength as well as tension and also good balance. It is important for the body to stay at upright position with the support leg bearing the weight else it may not be possible for the gymnast to maintain balance throughout the turns

Beside all these, some things rhythmic gymnastics will achieve include:

• Enhancing agility as well as coordination for body awareness and balance
• Developing confidence in body movement and good posture
• Developing healthy bodies and minds for now and later in life
• Increasing strength and flexibility which helps to prepare the body for life challenges
• Enhancing creativity as well as building self confidence

Rhythmic gymnastics is for girls and women of all ages. Once gymnasts have undergone the required rhythmic gymnastics training, skills can be developed by the gymnasts and this can be of immense value during rhythmic gymnastics competition.

Note that rhythmic gymnastics remains a very relatively young sport in the Olympic Games. Initially, the individual competition was first introduced in Los Angeles games of 1984. However, Atlanta 1996 Olympic Games saw the addition of the team competition.