about calisthenics

Calisthenics is an Australian sport recognised by the Department of Sport and Recreation. It is often described as ‘the artistic sport’ and incorporates a range of disciplines that include elements of dance (including ballet) and gymnastics (low-impact flex). It is a team sport with additional opportunities for participants to compete in solos and duos if they choose to.

calisthenics is for everyone

Calisthenics is a sport that you can be involved in from very young right through to an adult. It develops fitness, coordination and concentration skills.

Team commitment and camaraderie is a strong element and life-long friendships are formed. The range of disciplines allows participants to develop a wide skill set and to be comfortable in some and perhaps more challenged by others.

Coaches are skilled at continuous development of each girl and building routines around the capabilities of each participant and team.

All routines and music are age-appropriate and often inspired by movies, musical theatre and the classics including ballet. Participants have the opportunity to thrive in an environment of positive discipline surrounded by strong role models resulting in resilience and confidence, from a young age and right through the tricky teenage years and beyond.

Athena Calisthenics Club is committed to building strong family community and involvement and values the contributions made by its volunteers.