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Acrobatic Gymnastics (previously called Sport Acrobatics and nicknamed "Acro") is a competitive gymnastic discipline where partnerships of gymnasts work together and perform figures consisting of acrobatic moves, dance and tumbling, set to music. There are three types of routines; a 'balance' routine where the focus is on strength, poise and flexibility; a 'dynamic' routine which includes throws, somersaults and catches, and (at FIG level 6 and above) a 'combined' routine which includes elements from both balance and dynamic. The sport is governed by the FIG (Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique - or International Federation of Gymnastics). At international level there are four FIG categories of competition defined by age; 11-16, 12-18, 13-19 and 15+ (Senior). The sport is not an Olympic gymnastic discipline although, possibly due to its recent growth in popularity, there are several campaigns to include it,〔http://facebook.com/olympicacro〕〔https://www.facebook.com/GetAcrobaticGymnasticsIntoTheOlympics〕 with some suggesting the removal of Rhythmic Gymnastics to make room for Acrobatics. Acrobatic gymnasts perform in pairs or groups and enter into and are judged at a specific level or age group category. In each partnership, the gymnasts' different sizes and abilities will be balanced to complement each other in order to carry out the complex moves. Some will mainly carry out supporting and pitching (throwing) roles, and are known as bases. They are then balanced with smaller gymnasts who become the 'tops'. The different partnerships seen in competition are: * women's pair (two females) * men's pair (two males) * mixed pair (a male base and a female top) * women's group (three females) * men's group (four males) In competition, partnerships perform a routine to music, that has usually been choreographed specifically for them. The gymnasts carry out their acrobatic moves and combine them with dance, all in time to and in keeping with the style of the music. Partnerships are judged on artistry, difficulty of skill and the execution of skills. The rules for the sport, known as the Code of Points, are governed by the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique. These rules are subject to change every four years in line with the Olympic Cycle, as in other disciplines of Gymnastics. == Competitions == Acrobatic gymnastics events form part of the World Games, and are also included in the inaugural European Games as well as having a dedicated Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships held in even numbered years (known as World Sports Acrobatics Championships prior to 2006), and continental or region championships in odd numbered years. For example, the European Acrobatic Championships are being held in Lisbon, Portugal in October 2013. There are also numerous National, State and Regional competitions that are held in each Country. Local and regional competitions often form the qualification stages required to compete at national championships. There is no requirement from the FIG for gymnasts to have qualified through their own national championships to compete internationally, but local governing bodies will often make their national team selections based on performance at national competition. Acrobatic Gymnastics events often attract sizeable audiences, because they are highly entertaining, exhilarating, and suspenseful due to what look to be risky or daring moves. At the London 2012 Olympics, acrobatic partnerships were seen performing before the Olympic gymnastic events, and during the opening and closing ceremonies. It has been said that its appearance, despite not being an Olympic discipline is testament to its ability to entertain. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are generally awarded in the usual fashion; although in some competitions, a minimum score is required to qualify for medals. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Acrobatic gymnastics」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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