rhythmic gymnastics

noun

1. functioning as singular or plural a form of gymnastics involving movements using hand apparatus such as balls, hoops, and ribbons

Example Sentences

In rhythmic gymnastics, ribbons become an extension of the dancer’s body and punctuate every movement with equal parts control and abandon.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the most photogenic events of any Games is the rhythmic gymnastics, which got under way at La Chapelle Arena on Thursday.

From BBC

Of the 35 stadiums housing events at Paris 2014, only two will be new and purpose-built – an aquatics centre and an arena for badminton and rhythmic gymnastics.

From BBC

This includes, for example, artistic swimming where Russians have won both the team and duet gold medals at the past six Games, and rhythmic gymnastics where Russia have won team and individual gold in five out of the past six Olympics.

From BBC

The agility competition might be the rhythmic gymnastics of Westminster, derided as less than by traditionalists, but it’s a growing sport with meritocratic principles and an air of antic fun in its favor.

From Seattle Times