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Spectacular, dynamic, practiced by both men and women alike, 'acro' sports is one of the oldest known disciplines. Its name comes from the Greek acrobateo , 'to rise' or 'to go forth', and it was practiced as early as the ancient Egyptian period. Integrated into the FIG since 1999, this discipline requires courage, strength and stamina, while demanding flexibility and skill. Exercises are accompanied by music, harmoneously in keeping with gymnasts' choreography, body movements and musical culture.
Sports Acrobatics favors body control in various positions, both on the ground and in the air. For this reason, the sport is included in the training programme of pilots, astronauts and parachutists.
Acrobatics is practiced as Men's, Women's or Mixed Pairs, as Women's Groups (3) or as Men's Groups (4). Time allowed for each exercise is 2 min. 30 sec. to 3 min., depending on the figures presented. The floor area measures 12 x 12 meters.
Balance and tempo are key elements to exercises in Pairs. Element combination is a determining factor for the value of the exercise. The balance routine does not include flying elements and a balance must be held for a given time (2 secs. for pairs, 4 secs. for groups). The driving force of the Tempo routine is the flying element. If Tempo in groups is the same as in pairs, the concept of Balance is quite another matter. In fact, the forming of the impressive pyramids entails the highest of risks. Exercises are presented without music and regulations authorise the use of additional mats. Choreography and individual elements contribute to the whole of the exercise.
Winners 2001:
Russia (4 Gold)
China (1 Gold)
Federations:
Nat. www.dtb-online.de
www.sportakrobatikbund.de
Int. www.fig-gymnastics.com
Venue:
Duisburg, Rhein-Ruhr-Halle
Dates (without engagement)
Qualifications
