Ten rhythmic gymnasts from the Fynbos Gymnastics Club in Stellenbosch proudly represented the Western Cape at a prestigious national competition earlier this month.
They were among the country’s top gymnasts, across all disciplines, to compete at the 2025 National Gymnastics Championships in Durban from Friday 3 to Thursday 9 October.
The local athletes returned from the championship with 16 medals. Fynbos’ gymnasts competed in the rhythmic discipline and represented the Western Cape in their respective age groups and levels.
EMPOWERING ATHLETES
Rhythmic gymnastics combines elements of dance with athleticism, and participants perform with ropes, ribbons, balls, hoops and clubs.
According to the club’s officials, the objective is to empower young gymnasts while fostering their physical development and confidence through the discipline of the sport. “Reaching nationals was the goal, but our gymnasts went above and beyond, bringing home both apparatus and overall medals,” said Simone Heine, club owner and head coach.
Aza-Lea Wentzel (level 5 under-10) and Hannah Griffioen (level 6 under-14) each placed first overall, earning them the title of national champion in their respective levels and age groups, while Hannah Krynauw (level 5 under-11) place third overall in her division.
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HARD WORK PAYS OFF
“Simply qualifying for the nationals was a remarkable achievement. Earning medals was a well-deserved bonus and a testament to these gymnasts’ hard work and dedication throughout the year,” Heine added.
“Fynbos Gymnastics Club and its members are extremely proud of the excellence, commitment and dedication shown by this talented group of gymnasts, both within their province and on the national stage.”
- Fynbos Gymnastics Club offers rhythmic gymnastics to youths from age three. For more details or to schedule a free trial lesson, email [email protected] or call
072 378 8677.
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