Routines

Calisthenics Routines

Branded element

There are many different disciplines or routines that are taught in Calisthenics, which is why it is considered such a diversified sport.

CORE ITEMS

  • FIGURE MARCH

    Marching in teams to execute many intricate formations and patterns while maintaining correct deportment and identical rhythm.

  • FREEARM

    A series of strong movements, involving high levels of flexibility and agility, demonstrating imaginative choreography and the physical capabilities of the performers.

  • CLUB SWINGING

    The swinging of clubs in unison with perfect rhythm in a circular movement developing fine motor skills and multitasking.

  • ROD EXERCISES

    The manipulation of an aluminium rod approximately 5-10 mm in diameter while executing positions similar to those in Freearm demonstrating coordination, flexibility and control.

  • AESTHETICS

    A ballet influenced discipline showing the team's ability to interpret the music in graceful movements. The music should be chosen to suit the particular age group and will be soft and flowing, enabling a variety of facial and body expressions to be shown.

Refer to the Coaching Resources page for item time limits

FANCY ITEMS

  • SONG AND DANCE

    Teams combine singing with modern and jazz dance steps.

  • SONG WITH MOVEMENTS

    Teams present a musical item comprising of singing, acting and choreographed movements. Musical arrangements are animated with combinations of groups and patterns, costumes and stage properties.

  • CHARACTER FOLK DANCE

    Folk Dance is graded on the team's ability to perform and interpret national dances from all over the world theatrically. Teams are expected to show the correct steps in unison as well as convey national character, agility and vitality.

  • CALISTHENICS REVUE

    These routines can combine dancing, singing, gymnastics, balletic movements, acting, comedy and more. Revue allows coaches great freedom in choreographic creativity, often resulting in items that are like miniature theatre productions.

  • CALISTHENICS SPECTACULAR

    A routine where teams are encouraged to combine many aspects of calisthenics plus dancing, singing, gymnastics, ballet movements, comedy and costume changes - all designed to make this a breathtaking routine. The routine should be equally balanced 50% physical exercises and 50% dance to the chosen theme.

  • RHYTHMIC DANCE INTERPRETATION

    Should be based on an Aesthetic style or Jazz style of dance that includes many steps of elevation, body line, natural grace, dance quality, poise and interpretation of the theme. The dance can be set to a variety of rhythms. The soloists and chorus may portray the story or theme and create and atmosphere pertaining to the mood. Due to the strength and techniques involved, this routine is only taught in the older age groups.

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