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Workouts

During the session, the gymnast from the Tyumen region practiced her stand-up routine. The Olympic champion's advice helped her improve her movement and enhance its amplitude.


Eva Kononova's training with Alina Kabaeva and her performance at the Russian Cup

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MA Academy

Kirill Denisov, Russia’s Honored Master of Sports and Sports Director of the Russian Judo Federation, spoke to us about the special features and significance of the Battle of the Cities international judo tournament.

The competition is taking place at the Martial Arts Academy from December 6-19. It is organized by the Russian Judo Federation and the DobroFON charity program.

"All the ingredients for a wonderful, major judo tournament have come together here"

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During a joint training session before the start of the Russian Cup, Alina Kabaeva helped Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd and her coach, Evgenia Eliseeva, improve their execution of this element in the clubs routine.

Working on proper pirouette technique with an Olympic champion!

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Academy Life

Gymnasts are trying out for the Academy's group play team, born in 2011.

Tryouts for group exercises have started at the Academy

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Opinion

The specialist also told how the judges' work was structured, and noted the progress of the athletes.

The head judge Olga Frolova told about the most memorable programs at the Russian Cup

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Sofia recently competed at the Sky Grace Cup International Tournament and Beijing Top Open 2025 in China, and she received the opportunity to participate thanks to the Sky Grace International Association.


Sofia Bodzhgua from Abkhazia speaks about the tournament in Yerevan and her impressions of the trip to Beijing

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Elizaveta Geraskina from Moscow, Yana Zaikina from Volgograd and Karolina Pakhtusova from St. Petersburg appreciated their performances at the tournament in Yerevan, and also noted the progress during the year.

The Academy gymnasts summed up the results of the international Step to the dream tournament and the entire season

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Competitions

Luiza Sadyan, Head judge of the international tournament in Yerevan, spoke in more detail about the competition and noted the high level of the Sky Grace gymnasts.


Luiza Sadyan, Head judge of the international Step to the dream tournament, speaks about the competition

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At the celebration of Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy’s third anniversary, coach Olesya Kovaleva told about the Academy's main goals and highlights, the changes that have taken place over the years.

"I'd love to see young talents and stars grow up here and conquer the world!" Coach Olesya Kovaleva tells about the three years of the Academy's work

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Professional judokas are competing in the group stage of the international tournament Battle of the Cities in Sirius.

The group stage of the international tournament Battle of the Cities is taking place in Sirius

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The little gymnasts will show what they have learned since October.

On December 10, the Academy will host the traditional mAlinka tournament for the youngest athletes

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Yana became a two-time junior champion in the 2010 competition. She is coached by Irina Gusarova and choreographed by Elena Egorova.

"Thanks to the Academy, my life has changed dramatically." Yana Sakovich talks about the results of the year and the Step to the dream tournament in Armenia

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The athletes also received a special prize from the partners of the tournament.

Academy gymnasts won 14 more medals on the second day of the Step to the dream tournament in Armenia

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Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd practicing clean hands during a joint training session with Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and Academy coach Evgeniya Eliseeva.

The training session took place ahead of the Russian Cup.

The continuation of the video, showing Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd practicing clean hands

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How to properly perform a throw on a risk? An Olympic champion explains!

During training in preparation for the Russian Cup, Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd brought her arm incorrectly during her throw in the clubs routine, but Alina Kabaeva helped the gymnast and her coach, Evgenia Eliseeva, with a very clear comparison and advice on how to avoid this mistake.

"Imagine scooping water into a ladle!"

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We're sharing a video of Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Evgeniya Eliseeva helping Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd practice her arm movement on the hoop in her clubs routine.

The training session took place ahead of the Russian Cup.

Clean execution depends largely on arm movement

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Catch exclusive footage from the training floor in Kazan!

How did Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva motivate Alexandra Borisova from Moscow on the first day of the Russian Cup?

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During training, the Olympic champion not only helps correct mistakes but also points out areas where progress is evident.

This is how Alina Kabaeva praised Anna Vakulenko of Volgograd jumps in clubs.

"Well done, you've started jumping jete en tournant well"

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We're watching a clip from a training session with Academy student Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd before the start of the Russian Cup.

Under the guidance of Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Evgeniya Eliseeva, the athlete perfected her risk.

How to execute a club risk from start to finish?

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• Maria Borisova, ribbon; 
• Eva Kononova, clubs; 
• Ekaterina Sazonova, clubs. 

Let's enjoy this beauty once again!

Performances of the winner and runners-up of the Russian Cup on the final day of the tournament

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While working on her ribbon routine at the Russian Cup, Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva shared with Eva Kononova from the Tyumen Region a secret for achieving a clean and beautiful gamble.

Alina Kabaeva and Evgeniya Eliseeva advised the gymnast on what to focus on when performing the throw, chainé, and catch. And Eva's risks were transformed!

"You're opening up like a rosebud there!"

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A gymnast's strong performance at a tournament is backed by a great deal of work at the gym. To demonstrate their full potential on the competition mat, it's also important to be focused and willing to do risks.

The Olympic champion discussed this during a training session on the eve of the Russian Cup with Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd and her coach, Evgeniya Eliseeva. Alina Kabaeva reminded that an athlete must be very demanding of herself if she wants to achieve high results.

"The one who can concentrate wins"

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We're sharing excerpts from calls between Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and gymnast Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg after her clubs and ribbon routines on the second day of the Russian Cup.

Support at competitions is crucial!

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By the way, the Academy athletes brought home a total of 15 gold medals from this competition!

Want to see the programs our gymnasts presented in Armenia?

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Mistakes at competitions help gymnasts understand their weaknesses so they can work on them.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva spoke with Eva Kononova from the Tyumen Region about this after her clubs routine at the Russian Cup.

“You can't do this half-heartedly, Evochka, do you hear me?"

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It is important to think through in detail on each transition so that all the elements are on the beat. Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Evgenia Eliseeva worked on that together with Eva Kononova from the Tyumen Region during preparations for the Russian Cup.

The exercise and the music must be the unified whole

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Match TV Program

A new episode is dedicated to the team of professionals that help the gymnasts to win.

Match TV program. Episode 106

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The girls competed under the quota of the Sky Grace International Association. Eva and Masha entered the top 5 of the tournament standings in conclusion of the first day.

Episodes of performances by Maria Dmitrieva, Nika Reznik, Sofia Vorobyova, and Eva Kononova at the Russian Cup!

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Alina Kabaeva not only analyzed Eva's mistakes but also prepared the gymnast for the next day of the competition.

What advice did Eva Kononova from the Tyumen region get from the Olympic champion before and after her ball and hoop routines?

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On the first day of the Russian Cup, Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva coached Sofia Vorobyeva from Moscow via video link for her hoop and ball routine.

"This is fine for today. Tomorrow, it's no longer possible"

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We're sharing footage from the Russian Cup flor testing featuring our gymnasts Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg, Sofia Vorobyova and Alexandra Borisova from Moscow, Eva Kononova from the Tyumen Region, and Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd.

These days, Kazan has once again become a meeting place for talented gymnasts from all over Russia!

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Ask a psychologist

A favorite activity is not just a way to spend time, but an important tool for children's development!

Ask a Psychologist: what should attention to be paid to when choosing a hobby or sport for a child?

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Academy gymnasts Miroslava Monina from Penza and Alesya Naifonova from Vladikavkaz, under the guidance of coach Alina Gusarova, are working on parts of their routines that didn't go well at the Hopes of Russia competition in Yekaterinburg.

Time to work on the mistakes!

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The competition will take place in Kazan on December 5 and 6.


The sun came out to see our gymnasts off to the Russian Cup!

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This is exactly what Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and Academy coach Olga Minigalina worked on with student Yana Zaikina from Volgograd during their ongoing training.

An important part of artistry is hitting the right musical accents!

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Why is it important to concentrate on each element during a routine? And what will be the outcome if you don't? Alina Kabaeva discussed this with gymnast and coach Evgeniya Eliseeva.



A continuation of the Olympic champion's conversation with Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd

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The Olympic champion pointed this out to Anna Vakulenko from Volgograd and coach Evgeniya Eliseeva while working on the clubs routine in preparation for the Russian Cup.

During a routine, a gymnast must give 100%

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What details in performance can enhance the emotion and improve the overall presentation? Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and Academy coach Olga Minigalina worked on this with Yana Zaikina from Volgograd.


"Always communicate with the audience, communicate with the judges"

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Sky Grace

Before the celebratory banquet, children presented Alina Kabaeva with lovely handmade gifts.

At the international tournament in Beijing everyone was treated to autographs and commemorative photos with the Olympic champion!

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Watch and live through these emotions again together with us!


Episodes reminding about the warm atmosphere of the Sky Grace Cup International Tournament and Beijing Top Open 2025

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Let's watch together how the gymnast's technique has changed after the Olympic champion's advice.

We continue to show Alina Kabaeva and Olga Minigalina working with Eva Kononova on the clubs routine

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And how can this be controlled throughout the entire program? Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Olga Minigalina explained this in detail to Eva Kononova from the Tyumen region.

Why is it important to perform all elements through long lines?

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Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and her coach, Olga Minigalina, reminded Eva Kononova from the Tyumen region of this while working on her clubs routine. And see how their advice helped Eva in the next video!

What should a gymnast pay attention to during a routine to ensure a clean routine?

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We're sharing the continuation of a joint training session with Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva, Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg, and her coach Irina Gusarova.

We're demonstrating how to practice harmonious transitions between the boomerang and the risk

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Take a look how Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva suggested to Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg and her coach Irina Gusarova that they complicate the risk entry into the ribbon exercise.

A gymnast's routine should reveal her skill level!

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The Olympic champion brought this to the attention of Eva Kononova from the Tyumen Region. Together with coaches Olga Minigalina and Evgeniya Eliseeva, Alina Kabaeva helped the gymnast practice her risk approach. How to throw the clubs correctly, so that it looks harmonious — a new segment of the training session is devoted to this topic.

The entire program is made up of small details, so every detail matters

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In our new video, we show how Alina Kabaeva found the right words for Liza Geraskina from Moscow, Elina Khabirova from Kazan, and Karolina Pakhtusova from St. Petersburg.

How did the Olympic champion motivate and support the Academy students before their performances at the Hopes of Russia tournament?

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We peeked into a class in anticipation of Mother's Day and filmed the creative process.

And in this video, you will also see the moms' reactions to the surprise!

What gifts did the young gymnasts from the free early development groups prepare for their moms

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Why should a gymnast bring something new even to a well-practiced routine?

This is precisely the question discussed by Olympic champion, gymnast Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg and her coach, Irina Gusarova. Alina Kabaeva advised Masha to rewatch Maya Plisetskaya's performance to Bolero for inspiration.

Masha's ribbon routine is choreographed to music from Bolero.

Video

Eva Kononova's training with Alina Kabaeva and her performance at the Russian Cup

"All the ingredients for a wonderful, major judo tournament have come together here"

Working on proper pirouette technique with an Olympic champion!