Gymnastic Collection (page 3)

Children and tutor from Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall
Children and tutor from the Penzance Gym Club, Cornwall, performing a street dance scene from the TV programme Fame. circa 1980s

Friedrich Ludwig Jahn
FRIEDRICH LUDWIG JAHN Prussian educator and gymnastic director; noted for his ardent nationalism Date: 1778 - 1852

Young woman doing aerobics in lycra and legwarmers. Date: circa 1980s

Children performing Fame routine, Cornwall
Three children from a gym club in Cornwall, performing an energetic routine from the TV programme Fame in a village hall. Date: circa 1980s

Gymnastics Demonstration in the Stadium, Ankara Turkey. Date: circa 1930s

Abdul-Ham - Arab Boy Acrobat - Hi act is called Arabian Fantasies and this card states tat he is the very best at it! Date: circa 1910

Roger and Andre - Floor Acrobats Date: circa 1930s

Gymnastic display by the fire brigade, Japan, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Queens Road Evening Continuation School, London - Gymnastic
The London School Boards Queens Road Evening Continuation School - girls in a gymnasium surrounded by gymnastic apparatus. Date: early 1900s

Industrial Training Ship Shaftesbury - Gymnastics
The London School Boards Industrial School Ship Shaftesbury - boys perform a gymnastic routine. Date: early 1900s

Kingswood Reformatory Gymnastics
Gymnastic display by boys at the Kingswood Reformatory, near Bristol. Date: circa 1901

Gymnastic display in gymnasium Date: 1922

Demonstration gymnastic display in gymnasium Date: 1922

Gymnastic Display Boys
These club-swinging aces are boys from Woodstock College in north London, England, training for their annual gymnastic display. Date: 1930s

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A Sketch at the Recent Gymnastic Festival at Bonn

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A Gymnastic Display by Ladies at the Liverpool Gymnasium, Mount Pleasant

National Gymnastics Competition Caen, Parallel and High bars
National Gymnastics Competition Caen, competitors competing on the Parallel and High bars (in synchronised performance). Note the safety mat is actually a large pile of soft sand! Date: 1911

Indian street Gymnastic and Acobatic Display Date: circa 1910s

Reduced facsimile of a Chart of Physical Exercises (supplied with Cassells Physical Educator). Date: circa 1910s

Czech Republic - 14th All Sokol Rally in Prague
14th All Sokol Rally in Prague. A rally to promote public exercise as a way to stimulate national self importance (through organised gymnastic and athletic demonstrations - usually mass-participation)

Gymnasium demonstration at the Central Evening School in Sidcup, Kent. 1937

Children at Pennthorpe School in Chislehurst, Kent, climb the ropes during demonstration. 1936

Bergman Osterberg College of Physical Education in Darford, Kent. Girls do gymnastics over a horse vault. 1936

Girl learning yoga

Girl and young boy practising yoga

Girl practising yoga

Morning tai-chi exercises in a park

Tai-chi exercises with fans

Morning exercises in a park

Gymnast on high bar, London 2012 C015 / 5900
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast David Belyavsky performs a routine on the high bar in the mens gymnastics final competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast with parallel bars, London 2012 C015 / 5899
Gymnastics. Polish gymnast Roman Kulesza prepares to perform a routine on the parallel bars. Photographed during in the mens gymnastics competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast in floor exercise, London 2012 C015 / 5898
Gymnastics. American gymnast Danell Leyva performs a floor exercise routine in the team finals competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast on the bar, London 2012 C015 / 5896
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast Anastasiya Grishina performs a routine on the bars in the womens team gymnastics finals during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast on parallel bars, London 2012 C015 / 5895
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast David Belyavsky performs a routine on the parallel bars in the mens gymnastics final competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast in floor exercise, London 2012 C015 / 5892
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast Igor Pakhomenko performs a floor exercise routine in the team finals competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast on the beam, London 2012 C015 / 5891
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast Aliya Mustafina performs a routine on the beam in the qualification competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast on the beam, London 2012 C015 / 5890
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast Anastasiya Grishina performs a routine on the beam in the qualification competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

Gymnast on parallel bars, London 2012 C015 / 5888
Gymnastics. Russian gymnast Emin Garibov performs a routine on the parallel bars in the qualification competition during the Olympic Games of London 2012

NFS fitness demonstration, Regional HQ. Lambeth, WW2
Firefighters of the newly formed National Fire Service (London Region) put on a physical fitness demonstration at a review of the fire service in Lambeths drill yard at the Headquarters of the London

France, Paris, Palais-Omnisports de Bercy, sports and performance venue

Turntable ladder display, London Fire Brigade HQ Lambeth
London regular firefighters operating extended turntable ladders in Lambeth Headquarters drill yard for a demonstration of firefighting skills

Syra and Rolf Arras transformation gymnastic novelty. Date c1899

12th Deutsches Turnfest at Leipzig
12th Deutsches Turnfest (German Gymnastics Festival) at Leipzig - 12th-16th July, 1913. Adorning the festival garland Date: 1913

Gymnastic Display, Royal Normal College for the Blind, Norwo
An outdoor gymnastic display put on by pupils at the Royal Normal College for the Blind, Norwood Date: 1895

The Olympic Games - London, 1908
Scenes from the 1908 Olympic Games, held at Shepherds Bush stadium in London. 1. R. W. Rose (U.S.), winner of Putting the Weight, 46ft 7 1/2 in. 2. Gymnastic Team Competition - Swedish. 3. H

Fete Federal de Gymnastique, Lausanne, Switzerland - 9th-13th July, 1909 Date: 1909

Gymnastics display, Market Weighton Reformatory, Yorkshire
A gymnastics display by inmates of the Yorkshire Roman Catholic Reformatory for Boys at Market Weighton, East Yorkshire, opened in 1856

Policemen doing synchronised exercises
Policemen doing synchronised gymnastic exercises

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"Gymnastic: A Celebration of Strength, Unity, and Patriotism" From the vibrant streets of Belgrade to the historic city of Prague, gymnastics has long been a symbol of national pride and unity. In Yugoslavia, the Sokol Rally in Belgrade brought together athletes from all walks of life, showcasing their incredible skills and dedication to this timeless sport. Meanwhile, in Czechoslovakia during 1938's 10th All Sokol Rally in Prague, gymnasts gathered under the watchful eye of God Save the King displayed proudly on HMS Terrible. The event was a testament to their unwavering loyalty and commitment to physical excellence. The Czech Republic continued its rich gymnastic tradition with numerous rallies throughout the years. In the 1920s and 1929s, Sokol Rallies in Prague captivated audiences with breathtaking displays of strength and agility. These events served as a platform for athletes to showcase their talents while fostering a sense of camaraderie among participants. The spirit of competition reached new heights during the 6th All Sokol Rally in Prague. Gymnasts pushed themselves beyond limits, demonstrating unparalleled determination that left spectators awestruck by their gracefulness and precision. Notably, Finnish gymnasts also made their mark on this captivating world stage. Their performances were marked by an undeniable V for Victory exercise that showcased both athleticism and national pride. As time went on, Czechoslovakia hosted more remarkable gatherings such as the 8th All Sokol Rally in Prague where athletes once again amazed crowds with their extraordinary abilities. This event further solidified gymnastics' place within Czech culture as it continued to inspire generations after generations. Finally, history repeated itself at the unforgettable 9th All Sokol Rally in Prague held twice during 1932 - an occasion that will forever be etched into memory due to its sheer grandeur and spectacle. Gymnastics is more than just a sport.