The road to the World Championships begins this week, with Oceania’s rhythmic gymnasts set to compete at the Oceania Rhythmic Championships in South Africa from 30 April to 2 May, alongside the African Championships. With World Championships qualification on the line, the stakes are clear. The top-performing nation will secure an individual place. Australia will field both group and individual athletes as they look to secure one of those positions. The senior group of Isabell
Gymnastics has officially taken a major step forward in Vanuatu, with Vanuatu Gymnastics formally established on 23 April 2026, marking an important milestone for the sport across the Oceania region. With the support of the Oceania Gymnastics Union (OGU), the new federation brings together a committed group of local leaders to guide the sport’s development in the country. Marcellina San Jose has been appointed President, supported by Vice President Lydie Petersen-Visser, Trea
Teams have been announced for the upcoming Oceania Rhythmic and Artistic Gymnastics Championships, with Australia and New Zealand set to go head-to-head across the disciplines. The Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships will take place from 30 April to 2 May in Tshwane, South Africa, before attention turns to the Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships on 9 May in Brisbane. Across both events, the stakes are clear. The winning nation will secure a team place at this year
