Rhythmic gymnastics is a sport that combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and ballet, performed with various handheld apparatus such as a hoop, ball, ribbon, clubs, or rope. Athletes perform routines choreographed to music, incorporating elements of flexibility, strength, coordination, and gracefulness. It is an especially useful sport for girls, as it develops flexibility, elegance and grace. Some of the benefits of this sport are: - Rhythmic gymnasts develop exceptional flexibility through stretching exercises and movements performed during routines. - Rhythmic gymnastics routines involve intricate movements that demand precise coordination between different body parts and with handheld apparatus. - Rhythmic gymnasts develop excellent balance and posture through constant practice of body positions, leaps, balances, and movements performed on various apparatus.