Aomori University won the 2009 All Japan Team Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships.
But don’t expect to see a male version of the Women’s sport.
This is must see video. Great artistry, precision, synchronicity. Difficult tumbling. Sections that could be called Acrobatic Gymnastics.
In fact, this team could go to work for Cirque du Soleil tomorrow. A riveting performance.
Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.
Japan has been doing male team performances like this for over 50yrs.
For the first time I found this Men’s Rhythmic Gymnastics website. It’s not kept updated, however.
Rhythmic Gymnastics is a competitive sport under the authority of F.I.G. (International Gymnastics Federation). Currently, only the women’s portion of rhythmic gymnastics is recognized by FIG – men’s rhythmic gymnastics is yet to get FIG approval. The possibilities and opportunities men’s rhythmic gymnastics presents are endless. It is up to each and everyone of us to work hard to make the dream a reality.
Thanks Chris Houston for sending us the link.
Gymnastics Coaching.com 