Rhythmic gymnastics for amateurs: problems and development potential

Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sport and Health, Saint-Petersburg, Russia

^* Corresponding author: ir.gerasina2010@yandex.ru

Abstract

The authors studied theoretical foundations of amateur sport. The research was based on rhythmic gymnastics for adult amateurs. The key goal of the research was to analyse the current status of rhythmic gymnastics for amateurs, to reveal the conditions of its appearance and its development potential. The authors conducted the research in Graal rhythmic gymnastics sport club. As a result of the research the key peculiarities and problems of the development of rhythmic gymnastics for amateurs were defined. In the process of the research questionings of amateur athletes on the topic of motivation to amateur rhythmic gymnastics trainings, the problems they face in this sport, as well as their previous training and expectations from classes, were conducted. The results of this research allow to recommend these theoretical and practical materials for the specialists, who work in the sphere of physical culture and sports, and for organisations, who implement trainings for amateur athletes. It was defined that rhythmic gymnastics for amateurs is considered to be a perfect alternative to trainings in fitness clubs. Thanks to it, people have the opportunity to realise their needs both in physical activity and in achieving competitive results.