The art of performing acrobatic feats (gymnastics)
the gymnastic moves of an acrobat
A general term for skills requiring significant body control (balance, strength, and/or flexibility). Commonly seen in circus performances, and perfected by popular troupes from China and Mongolia. Describes some of the slower, more controlled elements in the sport of gymnastics, like the walkover (See: "walkover"). See also, "sports acrobatics".
A gymnastics term for control skills requiring balance, strength, and/or flexibility. Sometimes called corner skills in men's gymnastics. For women, it includes some of the slower, more controlled elements, like a front walkover. See also - Sports Acrobatics.
Jumping, tumbling, flipping, dancing, etc.
Acrobatics (from Greek Akros, high and bat, walking) is one of the performing arts, and is also practiced as a sport. Acrobatics involves difficult feats of balance, agility and coordination. Nearly any performance or sport which involves full-body activity – especially in short, highly controlled bursts of activity – can be considered acrobatics, substantial overlap with dance, various sports such as diving and even religious practices.