Rhythm in the Gym
Have you been keeping a secret wish of becoming a graceful gymnastic star? Your wish just might come true without stepping a foot out of Ipoh.
Vera Andreeva, a Russian rhythmic gymnast coach, vouches for the physical and health benefits that come with the sport for girls of all ages, shapes and sizes.
According to Vera there is more to the sport than extreme bends and contortions. “Rhythmic gymnastics training gives a girl poise, grace as well as good motion reflexes.” Vera’s burning passion for the sport is evident in the way she describes it as an art in itself. “The girls learn to tell a story with their body, using nuances of dance, flexibility as well as emotions.”
The 31-year old has been coaching our Ipoh girls since 2003. Trained in rhythmic gymnastics since she was just eight years old, Vera has seen her glory days in the Russian National Team. “It is elements of ballet, theatre and music rolled into one that makes the classes fun for the girls as well develop their sense of discipline and creativity.” Currently Vera conducts lessons in the gymnasium opposite the Sungai Senam Police station.
“It’s not always about high-performance training, although it would be great to discover potential talents”, said Vera. Some may find rhythmic gymnastics rather daunting; especially the way the girls twist and bend their bodies, however, Vera assures that training is conducted gradually and not forced upon the students immediately. “It’s a great way to maintain health and have some fun at the same time.”
Those who want to make their secret dreams come true can visit Vera during lessons at the Diving and Rhythmic sports gymnasium just behind the DBI Sports Complex. Classes begin at 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays
Category: Sports
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Can I have Vera’s contact please? My daughter is interested in gymnastics. Thank you.
Haiyooo…..read the last para lar.
Who wants to receive a deluge of phone calls from people who do not understand simple English?????
Hello ipohecho,
Could you give me Vera’s contact number.
And if you know the latest class schedule too.
Thanks.
Thank you for the informative article. Is it possible to get Vera’s contact number?