Sports Science Faculty · Sport Management · Undergraduate
Course Objective
The aim of the course is to provide students with the ability to perform a choreography using rhythmic gymnastics equipment.
Course Content
The course content includes the introduction and history of rhythmic gymnastics, branch rules, classification of body movements, special training methods, branch-specific warm-up methods, jumping exercises, balance and coordination exercises, strength exercises, flexibility exercises, rope techniques, hoop techniques, pivot exercises, music knowledge, rhythm exercises, music selections, and choreography exercises.
Required Resources
Trost, A., Kravetsky, V. (2013). Greatest Rhythmic Gymnasts. A&V, Russian
Blume, M. (2013). Acrobatics For Children & Teenagers. Meyer Sports, USA
Türkiye Jimnastik Federasyonu, https://www.tcf.gov.tr/AEROBIK-CIMNASTIK/KURALLAR.html
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Midterm | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 16 | 2 | 32 |
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Information about the purpose and content of the course. History of rhythmic gymnastics and basic information about the branch. | |
| 2 | Rhythmic Gymnastics competition rules | |
| 3 | Classification of movements specific to gymnastics and practical exercises | |
| 4 | Rhythmic gymnastics basic steps and rhythm exercises | |
| 5 | Branch-specific warm-up methods and application exercises | |
| 6 | Jumping technique and application studies | |
| 7 | Balance, coordination and application exercises in Rhythmic Gymnastics | |
| 8 | midterm exam | |
| 9 | Branch-specific strength training and application exercises | |
| 10 | Introduction of the rope instrument, rope instrument techniques and application studies | |
| 11 | Introduction to the hoop instrument, hoop instrument techniques and application studies | |
| 12 | Introduction of Ball, Labut and Ribbon instruments, techniques and application studies of Ball, Labut and Ribbon instruments | |
| 13 | Ballet technique-specific exercises | |
| 14 | Music knowledge, music selection and basic rhythm exercises | |
| 15 | Choreography studies | |
| 16 | final exam |