Rhythmic Gymnastics at KGA

Programs at KGA have been designed by Head Coach Victoria Karpenko after more than 30 years of competing and coaching at the highest standards of rhythmic gymnastics around the world.

For newcomers, our aim is to introduce the sport to you in a fun-filled and positive environment that allows you to try the sport and see why all of our coaches fell in love with it.

The programs aim to lay the foundations for competitive gymnastics by increasing flexibility and building strength in muscles while gradually introducing the apparatus to develop coordination and basic skills.

We are extremely proud of our coaches and only work with the best. Coaches conducting classes undertake at least 10 weeks of training in the Russian style of rhythmic gymnastics and are examined by the Head Coach prior to being allowed conduct classes.

Many of our coaches have represented their country on the international stage and we encourage you to view their profiles on our website.
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KGA adopts an inclusive approach to its development. Throughout a typical year, KGA hosts events so parents can come in and see progress. This includes internal competitions and open classes which are held twice a year.

For those attending twice a week or more, there is also quarterly feedback provided that allows parents to reconcile their expectations with progress.

Within the system, there are a number of categories including:

• Recreational – for those starting out who want to take their first steps in learning the sport or those who want to benefit from increased flexibility and strength exercises.
• Pre- Competitive – if you have developed a foundation and mastered the basics of rhythmic gymnastics and wish to move towards the Levels / CCA or competitive teams then you will continue your development here. It is the next category after recreational.
• Levels / CCA – for those wishing to compete in the grading events and local competitions which offer academic accreditation. More info on this program on our website.
• Junior Competitive – those who show exceptional promise at a young age and are ready to take the first steps towards representing KGA.
  
• Competitive – the first team of KGA and highest level in the system.

GENERAL Gymnastics at KGA

General gymnastics is for boys and girls between the ages of 4 to 7. The 90-minute class teaches the Russian training techniques of stretching, acrobatic elements, strength, and cardio exercises.

Increase your child's flexibility, strength, and overall fitness in a fun but structured class and highly trained coaches to guide you through the technique and safely build the ability to perform the gymnastics elements.

This differs from rhythmic gymnastics as it does not use the rope, ball, hoop, and other equipment or choreographed dance routines. There is a much greater focus on acrobatic elements such as the bridge, cartwheel, and handspring.

For those showing promise and with the appetite to compete, we can arrange if the commitment to attendance is made.