a type of gymnastics involving graceful movements with apparatus such as ribbons, hoops, and balls

rhythmische Sportgymnastik
a discipline of gymnastics that involves routines on apparatuses emphasizing strength, flexibility, and artistry

Kunstturnen, künstlerisches Turnen
a gymnastics sport involving acrobatic movements performed on a trampoline

Trampolin, Trampolinturnen
special moves such as walking on a tight rope, swinging in the air using certain equipment, etc.

Akrobatik, akrobatische Übungen
a gymnastics position where the legs are extended in opposite directions, either sideways or front and back

der Spagat, die Split
a body position in gymnastics where the legs are straight and held together, while the upper body is bent forward at the waist

Pike-Position, Pike
a movement in gymnastics or dance where a one turns on one foot with the other leg lifted to the knee

Piqué-Drehung, Piqué-Wendung
a gymnastics position where the legs are spread wide apart while seated or standing, often with the torso upright

Grätsche, Grätschposition
a gymnastics position where the body is inverted and supported upright by the hands, with arms straight and shoulders aligned over the wrists

Handstand, Gleichgewicht auf den Händen
a gymnastic competition refers to an event where participants compete in multiple categories to determine an overall winner

Mehrkampf, Allround-Wettbewerb
(gymnastics) a routine performed on a padded floor mat, showcasing tumbling, dance, and acrobatic skills

Bodenübung, Bodenroutine
the governing body for gymnastics worldwide

Internationaler Turner-Bund, FIG
to perform a gymnastic or acrobatic movement in which the body makes a complete revolution, typically forwards or backwards, with the feet passing over the head

einen Purzelbaum machen, einen Salto schlagen
to perform a gymnastic move involving rolling the body sideways in a full circle, typically with arms and legs extended

ein Rad schlagen, einen seitlichen Überschlag machen
to leap or spring over an obstacle with the aid of hands or a pole

springen, überspringen
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