Hosted on Sunday, April 24, was the Rhythm Cat Showcase in Wawota where competitive rhythmic gymnasts from Redvers, Maryfield, and Wawota who train with Ross Gym and Fit performed.
The day began with an introduction of each of the Rhythm Cat’s, which saw young ladies of varying ages ready to showcase their abilities for the community of Wawota to see. Those performing included Jacey Patterson, Rory Greenbank, Talisa Davies, Hailey Prince, Kiara Roberts, Dawson Naylen, Reece Thompson, and Sasha West.
Each girl performed two solos which were focused on rope, ball, hoop, or free, while two junior groups also performed. Graceful and flexible, they showcased what it is to be a rhythmic gymnast, impressing the crowd as they somersaulted, performed one-handed cartwheels, and tossed/caught their ropes, hoops, and balls throughout.
The girls were wonderful in their energy and abilities as they wowed the crowd numerous times throughout their performances as they performed many impressive skills.
Following the various performances by the talented crew, awards were given out for the year which included Athlete of the Year to Reece Thompson, Most Improved to Kiara Roberts, and All-Around Gymnast to Sasha West.
This is the third year of the club being in existence and it has continued to grow since the beginning.
“They had one competition in March and they did very well,” Jodie Dunham, head coach, said. “The next competition, which is provincials, is on Mother’s Day in Regina.”
Ross Gym and Fit offers recreational rhythmic gymnastics and recreational artistic gymnastics, as well as competitive rhythmic gymnastics. The travelling coach hosts lessons in various communities and attracts gymnasts from Wawota, Maryfield, Redvers, Virden, and Moosomin.
“The competition season runs from March until May and we hope to host our own competition next year in Moosomin and have clubs from across Saskatchewan come out,” Dunham said.
If interested in rhythmic or artistic gymnastics, contact Dunham at [email protected].
“I’m hoping to bring gymnastics to other areas in future years,” Dunham explained. This will be made a little easier as one of the girls she has been coaching recently became a certified coach as well.
