12 th WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WHEEL GYMNASTICS
June 21 - 26 , 2016, Mount St. Joseph University, Cincinnati USA
USA Wheel Gymnastics Federation host a spectacular international wheel gymnastic competition, the second of its kind to be held in the United States. The 2016 World Wheel Gymnastics Championships for Cyr and Gym Wheel promises to be a showcase of superb gymnastic talent with over 200 athletes, coaches and delegation members participating from over 30 countries across the globe. Held at Cincinnati's Mount St Joseph University this event marks only the second time a World Championship has been held outside of Europe.
WHAT IS WHEEL GYMNASTICS?
Wheel Gymnastics is gymnastics /acrobatics performed in a rolling metal wheel. It is both a show and competitive sport that requires intense balance, strength and flexibility. The gym wheel is constructed out of two steel hoops that are connected with six horizontal bars. Wheels are made in various sizes to support gymnasts of varying ages and heights.