The Academy hosted a group exercise training session from the Zhemchuzhina Rhythmic Gymnastics Center. After it, Honored coach of Russia Elena Petunina told how the athletes from St. Petersburg are preparing for the international Sky Grace Cup tournament.&nbsp;<blockquote>"This year, in the summer, we have compiled new programs. We have completely changed two types. We are also changing the programs according to the rules of Sky Grace. The rules are convenient, especially when it was necessary to add two more personal elements to the FIG rules and plus two more collaborations. We freed up time so that we could breathe somewhere and just dance somewhere. Rhythmic gymnastics is, besides the fact that it is a subject, it is beauty, it is dancing, it is all in one person."&nbsp;&nbsp;</blockquote>Elena also thanked Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva for the opportunity to train at the Academy.&nbsp;<blockquote>"Thank you to Alina Kabaeva for inviting us. It is a great honor for us to prepare here and participate in the international tournament in Qatar."</blockquote>

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Academy Life

The athletes are trained by the honored coach of Russia Elena Petunina.

How is the preparation for the Sky Grace Cup going for gymnasts from the Zhemchuzhina Rhythmic Gymnastics Center?

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Due to the emerging cases of mailings sent on behalf of the Alina Kabaeva Charitable Foundation representatives, we’d like to state that the foundation does not send letters and does not practice any fundraising.

Important information!

The Academy gymnasts returned to Sirius after performing at the St.Petersburg Championship.The champion in the all-around competition, Masha Borisova, shared what it was like to participate in the tournament in her hometown.<blockquote>"They really did greet me very warmly. There was support in the stands, and after the performances little girls came up to me, took autographs, said nice words. This certainly supported me, even when I went out on the clubs, I got goosebumps from such support, from the fact that they were shouting and clapping," Mariia said.</blockquote>The athlete also shared details of the cultural program that took place after the tournament.<blockquote>"Alina Kabaeva invited us to see Swan Lake at the Mariinsky Theater. We were very, very pleased, even so reverently. We also really liked the performance itself. Beautiful ballerinas. It was very impressive. In fact, it was my first time at the Mariinsky Theatre, and I really liked it," she said.</blockquote>

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Opinion

At the competition in her hometown, Masha Borisova won six gold medals.

Mariia Borisova sums up the results of her performance at the St.Petersburg Championship

Academy gymnast Mariia Borisova became the best in the all-around at the St. Petersburg Championship.Angelina Ipatova took silver, Darina Yurchenko took bronze.Another Academy gymnast Alexandra Borisova, performed at the competition at the Zhemchuzhina Rhythmic Gymnastics Center outside the competition.<h2>Results. All-around</h2><ol><li>Maria Borisova — 110.10</li><li>Angelina Ipatova — 108.85</li><li>Darina Yurchenko — 99.00</li><li>Polina Kukushkina — 98.80</li><li>Nina Olifirenko — 98.40</li><li>Arina Timoshina — 98.40</li><li>Alena Pushilina — 98.20</li><li>Kristina Kurakova — 95.20</li><li>Maria Pavlovskaya — 94.55</li><li>Daria Pozdnyakova — 93.60</li><li>Arina Bendyuzhik — 92.65</li><li>Sofia Moskalenko — 91.60</li><li>Alexandra Borisova — 98.95 (out of competition)</li></ol>

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Competitions

Academy gymnast Mariia Borisova became the best in the all-around at the St. Petersburg Championship. Angelina Ipatova won silver, Darina Yurchenko won bronze.

Results of the St. Petersburg Championship in the all-around

Head Judge of the St. Petersburg Championship Natalia Lashchinskaya shared her impressions of the competition in the Zhemchuzhina Rhythmic Gymnastics Center and the performances of the Academy gymnasts Masha and Sasha Borisova.Head Judge of the St. Petersburg Championship Natalia Lashchinskaya shared her impressions of the competition in the Zhemchuzhina Gymnastics Center.<blockquote>"We have the first exercise under new rules. We have the city championship held very-very early this year. The children have just moved to a new program. A new type appeared in group exercises — the ribbons," Natalia said.</blockquote>She also assessed the performances of the Academy gymnasts Masha and Sasha Borisova.<blockquote>"Our great joy is also that Masha and Sasha came to perform. Sasha has just moved to masters but she has a great future and excellent physics. She only needs a bit of time, she will keep up with everything. Masha Borisova has an ideal program. I would say she is in excellent shape. Very difficult elements, the music was selected and she already shows the character. I’m really excited. I even started crying at a certain type; I got emotional," she said.</blockquote>

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Head Judge of the St. Petersburg Championship Natalia Lashchinskaya shared her impressions of the competition in the Zhemchuzhina Rhythmic Gymnastics Center and the performances of the Academy gymnasts Masha and Sasha Borisova.

"I'm delighted!" Head Judge of the St. Petersburg Championship Natalia Lashchinskaya talks about Masha Borisova's performance

The International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association expresses gratitude to the organizers, judges and everyone who took part in organizing the Winter Queen Cup tournament in Spain!The competition in Playa de Aro was the first international tournament for the Association's gymnasts this year. It is tournaments like these that give athletes the opportunity to exchange experiences, improve and expand the boundaries of the most beautiful sport.&nbsp;Thank you for the warm welcome!

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International competitions according to FIG rules were held from January 22 to 26 in Playa de Aro.

Gratitude to the organizers of the international Winter Queen Cup tournament  in Spain

The Sky Grace Tournament interregional sport competitions in federal districts, organized by the Sky Grace International Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association, will be held in February 2025.Please note that exercise cards of participants are not required in these contests. Competitions will be held without their presentation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Аssociation

The Sky Grace Tournament interregional sport competitions in federal districts, organized by the Sky Grace International Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association, will be held in February 2025.

Information about the cards of the participants at the interregional competitions Sky Grace Tournament

Mariia Borisova's biggest fan, her mother Olga, came to the St.Petersburg Championship. She shared her impressions of her daughter's performance at the competition in her hometown.<blockquote>"We haven’t been to St. Petersburg for a long time, there were no competitions here at home. We watched a lot on TV, but these are completely different emotions. And here, when you see it live, you see the eyes, you see the emotions, it’s, of course, impressive," Olga said.</blockquote>Olga also assessed Masha’s progress after having moved to the Academy.<blockquote>"Masha changed completely since she joined Sky Grace. Here she became completely different, revealed her, I think, potential. Maybe this is not all. We will continue watching, but it is very, very impressive, very emotional. I can tell you a secret that after each performance we cry a little from joy, the whole family. And of course, we all give her our energy, and she gives us her emotions, her beauty. I am very grateful to Alina Kabaeva that she treats Masha with so much attention," the mom said.</blockquote>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Olga, Masha Borisova's mother, visited the St.Petersburg Championship and watched her daughter's performance.

"Masha has become completely different, she’s revealed her potential!" Gymnast's mother Olga Borisova talks about her daughter's performance at the St. Petersburg Championship

The location of the interregional Sky Grace Tournament scheduled for February 18 through 20, 2025 in Moscow, has been changed.The tournament will take place in Ivanovo, the dates will remain the same.&nbsp;The acceptance of applications has been extended until February 7.&nbsp;Applications are accepted via email request@skygrace.ru.

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The location of the interregional Sky Grace Tournament scheduled for February 18 through 20, 2025 in Moscow, has been changed.

The interregional tournament will be held in Ivanovo instead of Moscow

The International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association clarifies the selection procedure for interregional sports competitions in 2025.Association's partners athletes are allowed to participate:In the individual championship - up to 5 athletes;In the group championship - 1 group.Any partner of the International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association has the right to apply for participation in the competition.Additional selection by federal districts for competition participation is not carried out.Please note that all competitions according to the Sky Grace rules can be held only by the Association itself as a physical education and athletic organization included in the list of the Russian Ministry of Sports.You can read more about it <a href="https://skygrace.ru/static/files/shared/20a/d8d/razyasneniya.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.

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Any partner of the International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association has the right to apply for participation in the competition.

The procedure for International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association interregional tournament selection in 2025

The International Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubs Association and the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy extends congratulations to friends and partners from China on the advent of the Year of the Green Wooden Snake.We wish that this year brings harmony and warmth to your home and promotes achievements in all aspects.The snake is a symbol of wisdom and insight. May your every step be balanced and confident, and may all your endeavors be successful.&nbsp;Happy holiday!

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We wish that this year brings harmony and warmth to your home and promotes achievements in all aspects.