"There is no similar experience either in Russia or anywhere else in the world." Tatyana Ryupina talks about the results of the third year of the early development program for preschoolers

Tatyana Ryupina, senior methodologist at the Talent and Success educational foundation, summarized the results of the third year of the early development program for preschoolers:

"The early development program has completed its third year. There's no similar experience anywhere in Russia or anywhere else in the world, because, firstly, the program is based on a scientific approach, specifically the dissertation written by Alina Maratovna Kabaeva. Secondly, the program's implementation utilizes a comprehensive and integrated approach. The coaches, rhythm, choreography, general development, and English teachers all work together, learning from each other."

She spoke in more detail about the development of materials that contributed to the training of young athletes:

"Over the past three years, our teachers have created many unique teaching and learning materials, including games, specifically designed for young athletes who practice rhythmic gymnastics. This is to motivate them and foster their interest in rhythmic gymnastics. For the youngest, we've created a series of stories about Alina the Doll. This playful character acts as a moral compass for our children. They love this character and strive to be like her, so we're currently working on this to continue, and will be creating stories for older children in their second year. Accordingly, the stories will no longer have a fairytale-like content, but rather a more educational focus."

She also shared how the program is being improved:

"We also have new projects planned for graduating classes. This year, we had a program on the history of rhythmic gymnastics and an introduction to the geography of the Sky Grace International Association. Most importantly, the entire team is working to improve the program's foundation, both methodological and didactic."

Preschoolers at the Academy are enrolled in a unique educational program with elements of rhythmic gymnastics. It was developed based on the PhD dissertation of Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva.