Tag Archives: Olympic Games

Kieran Behan qualifies for London 2012 Olympics

The story of Kieran Behan qualifying for the 2012 Olympics in gymnastics is and probably will be the most inspirational story of these Olympics. Continue reading

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FIG Announces 2012 Olympics Qualifiers

Following tthe 2012 Olympic Gymnastics Test Event, the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique issued the official lists of qualifiers.
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Questions and Answers Clarifying the 2012 Olympics Qualifications

Since the 2011 World Championships, the gymnastics community has been full of discussion about the new qualifying procedures for the 2012 Olympic Games. Continue reading

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Change the Gymnastics Minimum Age Requirements

The current minimum age of 16 for participation in the Olympics age discriminates against up to half of all young female gymnasts in the Western world. Continue reading

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Gymnastics in Greece and the First Olympics

Introduced in early Greek civilization, gymnastics facilitated physical body development utilizing a variety of activities including running, jumping, wrestling, weight lifting, swimming and throwing. Continue reading

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