15.07.2010
Greece
Finnland
Germany
Italy
Iceland
France
Portugal
Norway
Denmark
Intermediate
Belgium 1
Belgium 2
Sweden
Slovenia
Switzerland
I am so happy...
Great Britain
7th EUROGYM 2010: a wonderful Gala
The Fyn Arena in Odense was sold out for the two Gala shows of the Eurogym 2010. All groups, without exception, have presented a performance of a very high level – thank you to you gymnasts, coaches and choreographers!
Estonia
Photos: D.Duchoud UEG +NF DEN
About 8'000 persons admired the gymnastic show presented in two representations by the groups of 17 countries. The federations that had more than three groups inscribed at the EUROGYM could inscribe themselves for the Gala. The technical committee Gymnastics for All of the UEG reserved the right to attribute 3 wild cards to other groups that met the criteria of a Gala.
During more than 60 minutes (that passed too fast) one production followed the other one, raising “ahs” and “ohs”, applause and even standing ovations in the ranks of the spectators. To be able to perform in a sold out stadium is already a great success itself, which theses “Eurogymnasts” have well deserved.
The first group to pass was the one of Greece. 5 clubs with 96 gymnasts gathered for a theatrical choreography on the fairytale of Andersen “the Princess and the Pea”. A very nice staging.
“When it rains, you can snuggle on the coach, but why not dance a little?” That’s what the group from Finland proposed, under the shelter of small yellow umbrellas.
Germany had chosen as a theme the dual between the good and evil spirits in the forest. 37 actors aged between 7 and 26 years acted as the four elements – ballerinas, witches, acrobats and dancers.
Italy had delegated the students from the Physical and Sports Education University of Turin for a modern and very elaborated gymnastic performance.
Always on time and precisely, the Team-Gym girls from Iceland who know how to use their time wisely and who show it to the spectators: tic-tac, tic-tac.
220 gymnasts from the different clubs from Belgium participating at the Eurogym 2010 came together and present their new choreography accompanied by the rhythm of Batuka, a kind of aerobic on Latin music (salsa, reggaeton, rumba flamenco, samba) – of course very catching!
60 girls and boys from all over Sweden, aged between 15 and 23 years and with different background, from gymnastics for all, RG, Team-Gym and much more, share the same passion for gymnastic and present a very energetic exercise.
The gymnasts from Estonia participate in their 4th Eurogym since 2003. They are of different ages, backgrounds and levels but share as well the same passion for gymnastics and acrobatics.
The Slovaks come from the club « Rapid Bratislava », the best gymnastic squad from 2006-2009 that consists of approximately 100 members with 10 qualified coaches. Besides RG, the club is engaged in various international exhibitions, dance performances and competitions.
Switzerland was represented by the club of Räterschen. It was the first club that introduced the Air-Track in Switzerland. Today, 44 clubs use this very fun discipline that is adapted to all levels and is very close to tumbling. The exercise of this group consists of air-track, mini-trampoline and floor gymnastics. Their aim: participate at the next TeamGym European Championships of the UEG.
The club from Trévoux, from the suburbs of Lyon (region of Rhône-Alpes) was tonight the ambassador of France, celebrating today the 14th of July! A fantastic performance with a great mix between RG and ACRO that received an ovation from the spectators.
The group from Portugal with 35 girls and 11 boys, aged between 12 and 18 years, participates for the 3rd time at the Eurogym. Their exercise consists of aerobic, acrobatic and tumbling elements that are perfectly synchronised with a very rhythmical and coordinated choreography.
The 50 girls from Fredrikstad in Norway train 4 evenings per week by practicing acrobatic gymnastics by pairs or groups with very rhythmical elements or traditional gymnastics. Over time, they have developed their own style, that is now adopted by other groups all over Europe. A spectacular show at a stunning rhythm!
Denmark, host country, was represented by a group of 18 gymnasts, all girls, who formed a group for the Eurogym 2010, even though they come from different clubs. They have prepared during the last two month and have been looking forward to present what they can do.
Last group to pass, is the one from the British national team of gymnastics for disabled persons (eg. Down syndrome). Founded in 1987 on the occasion of the Gymnaestrada in Herning, the National Disabilities Display Team performs regularly with great happiness across Europe and the World. Their excellent demonstration is rewarded with a warm standing ovation.
At the end of this wonderful evening all actors and organizers of this exceptional EUROGYM Gala came together – an excellent occasion to party and dance the Mob Flash Dance....D. Duchoud/UEG