We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Brooke Davies as athlete advisor to the aerobics technical committee and the aerobics representative on the athletes’ council. With 17 years of experience in aerobics, Brooke has been both an athlete and a coach, working with recreational athletes through to international competitors. Her experiences — both the highs and the challenges — have … Read More
Join the GNZ Parkour Working Group
Parkour is an emerging competitive code within the FIG, and has a strong recreational membership in New Zealand. We are forming a working group for 2025-2026 to help develop this code towards a competitive offering, and would like to invite interested members of the gymnastics community to join. We are looking for a range of skills and experience, and are especially … Read More
Call for Applications for Selection Committee
We are establishing a new selection committee and seeking expressions of interest for three key roles. This committee will be responsible for selecting athletes for pinnacle tours and nominations to the NZ Olympic Committee for the Olympic and Commonwealth Games. The committee positions are: These appointments are for the 2025–2028 Olympic cycle. How to ApplySee the full role descriptions here. … Read More
Team Havana Opens Olympic Cycle with Strong International Results
New Zealand’s top rhythmic gymnast Havana Hopman (Counties Manukau Gymnastics), accompanied by coaches Elena Pirozhenko and Tracey Redhead (tour judge), has kicked off the new Olympic cycle with all-new routines, a poised presence, and performances that turned heads. Four Finals in FranceThe first stop proved a strong start, at the Thiais Grand Prix in Paris, where Havana qualified for all … Read More
Nominations Open for AGM Awards
As per the AGM notice, nominations are open for the community honours of Life Membership, Meritorious Award, and National Service Award. These awards recognise individuals who have gone above and beyond in their service to gymnastics in New Zealand. About the Awards Nomination Guidelines Full eligibility criteria can be found in Rules 11.2 and 11.3 of the General Regulations. All … Read More
NHG Trampoline and Tumble Takes Flight in a New Home
At Gymnastics NZ, we love seeing clubs grow, evolve, and create even better experiences for their members. That’s exactly what NHG Trampoline and Tumble has done with its exciting move to a brand-new, purpose-built facility in Albany. A Dedicated Space for Growing AthletesFor years, NHG’s trampoline and tumble athletes trained in a shared mezzanine space at their Event Finder Stadium … Read More
Registrations Now Open for Zespri AIMS Games
Registrations for the 2025 Zespri AIMS Games are now open, and we’re looking forward to another year of exciting gymnastics action. All intermediate school students are eligible to enter. Enter as Many Codes as You LikeParticipants can compete in aerobics, artistic, rhythmic, trampoline, and tumbling—and there’s no extra cost to enter all five. New to a code? Beginners can join … Read More
Pioneering a New Era: The Next Step in Youth Coach Development
On Sunday 9 March, Manawatu Gymsports proudly hosted an extraordinary youth coach development workshop that left attendees feeling motivated and empowered. The first-of-its-kind event (outside of Youth Coach Connect) welcomed 22 passionate youth coaches from three clubs: Manawatu Gymsports, Gymnastica, and Omni Gymnastic Centre, and was presented by the dynamic duo Alanah McLeod and Kylan Taylor from Manawatu. The day … Read More
No Such Thing as Boring at Ollerup
Maia Brinkley stepped away from the bright lights of Upper Hutt and Rimutaka GymSports last August, trading familiar routines for new experiences abroad. As she prepares to return to New Zealand in July, she’s bringing back more than just memories. With fresh skills, insights, and a renewed passion for the sport, Maia is set to reconnect with her club and … Read More
Medal Haul for New Zealand Gymnasts in Texas
New Zealand artistic gymnasts put on a strong showing at three international competitions in Texas last month—the Horton Challenge, Valeri Liukin Invitational, and WOGA Classic. Athletes from over a dozen clubs across the country proudly represented New Zealand, delivering some outstanding performances, and returning home with a haul of medals. For many, this was their first taste of international competition, … Read More