Gymnaestrada

Gymnaestrada combines gymnastics and dance in a large group routine. Routines are from 5 minutes to 15 minutes in length for the group. For this cycle TGI Gymnaestrada will focus on adults, those 18 as of July 1, 2027. Those with various skill levels in gymnastics or new to gymnastics are welcome. The most important part is commitment to the team, focus, effort and attendance. Each year, the team performs at our annual Gymfest and one other performance event. Gymnaestrada celebrates a love for Gymnastics through performance. Every 4 years, over 50 countries from around the world.

Canadian Gymnaestrada will occur in Regina: June 30 to July 4, 2026

World Gymnaestrada will occur in Portugal: July 11th – July 18th, 2027

The team is on a 2 year cycle, please see below: 

2025-2026: Join the team, everyone is welcome as long as your 18 year old by July 1, 2027. Bi-weekly practices 4:30pm – 7:00pm on Saturday nights. Perform at possibly Ontario Gymnaestrada (dependents on dates), TGI Gymfest, and attend Canadian Gymnaestrada in Regina June 30th – July 5, 2026. $1,500 travel expenses/registration.

2026-2026: Perfect routine, make adjustments, add additional skills. Perform at Ontario Gymnaestrada (dates dependent), TGI Gymfest, World Gymnaestrada (Portugal July 2026) $5,500 travel expenses/registration etc.

Payments: 

To participate on the team there is a monthly training fee (September – June) of $40/month + annual $50 registration fee (valid July – June). The total cost of the trips per person is approximately $7,500 for the two years (accommodations, flights, transportation, etc.) In addition, participants can if they elect pre-authorize payments of $150 a month for year 1 and year 2 towards their trip fees. Money will be held for the athletes for registration, accommodations, etc. Flights will be booked by the individuals unless travelling with the team. Money saved will rollover to the new year for use towards the next trip.

In the event of cancellation of participation, money held by TGI will be returned less the training fees (month notice required), registration fees and money spent on travel etc.

Our team in 2019 comprised of 39 athletes ranging in age from 11 years old to over 60 years of age.