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The Northern Territory Calisthenics Association (NTCA) was established in 1983 as the governing body for calisthenics in the Northern Territory. The Association oversees programs and supports local clubs in the encouragement, development, and promotion of calisthenics for participants of all ages and skill levels.

 



  

WHAT IS CALISTHENICS?

 

The word calisthenics comes from the Greek words kallos (beauty) and sthenos (strength). While these qualities are at the core of the sport, just as important are the social benefits, confidence building, and enhanced self-esteem that participants gain through their involvement.

Calisthenics is widely practiced in Australia and is recognised as a fun, engaging, and healthy way for children of all ages to stay active. It is a uniquely Australian sport that combines mental and physical discipline, teamwork, a competitive spirit, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Calisthenics blends elements of gymnastics, ballet, folk dance, jazz ballet, apparatus work (using clubs and rods), figure marching, mime, and singing. The NTCA hosts both team competitions and individual events, including Solo, Graceful Solo, and Duo performances.

 


 

AGE GROUPS

Calisthenic classes are offered by age group.

A participant's age group is determined by their age as at 31 December in the year of registration.

CALISTHENICS ROUTINES

Participants of calisthenics learn many dance styles and disciplines in six different routines.

Participants can perform solo and duo calisthenic items.

Representative Team Workshops and Auditions
12 Nov 2024
The NTCA is excited to be auditioning for Representative Teams for AusCaliCarnivale 2025. Participants from Sub Juniors to Seniors are invited to tryout for our teams and the chance to represent the NT in Adelaide from 6-12 July.
NT Calisthenics Team Championships
Sat 25 Oct 2025 10:00 — Sun 26 Oct 2025 17:00
Darwin Entertainment Centre
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The pinnacle of the calisthenics calendar is our NT Calisthenics Team Championships. Join us for a thriling event featuring teams from across the Top End competing to be crowned Champions!
Frangipani Challenge
Sat 25 Oct 2025 10:00 — Sun 26 Oct 2025 17:30
Darwin Entertainment Centre
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The Frangipani Challenge invites development teams from across Australia to compete against Northern Territory Calisthenics club teams to be crowned Frangipani Challenge Champion.

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