Arnold Gymnastics Challenge: 3,500 To Compete At Nation’s Largest Mixed Gym
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 2009
COLUMBUS, OHIO – Gymnasts from across the country will gather in Columbus for the 9th Annual Arnold Gymnastics Challenge March 6-8 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The Arnold Gymnastics Challenge is the largest mixed meet (boys & girls) in the United States.
The event features more than 3,500 youths as well as demonstrations by three-time U.S. Olympian and five-time national champion Blaine Wilson, two-time U.S. Olympian, contributed to the teams bronze medal in 2008 Raj Bhavsar, former U.S. Olympic rhythmic gymnast Olga Karmansky and the national power Ohio State University men’s gymnastics team, headed by
coach Miles Avery.
Boys and girls compulsory and optional competitions will be held on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7, with events finals scheduled for Sunday, March 8. The Columbus Rotary and Arnold Sports Festival will present a $2,000 college scholarship to the top boys and girls competitor.
"The Arnold Gymnastics Challenge allows every youngster an opportunity to perform in front of an enthusiastic audience,” said Tim Willson, event director and owner of Cyclone Gymnastics. “It’s wonderful that the young gymnasts get to see their heroes perform. Willson added.
Admission to the Arnold Gymnastics Challenge is included in a $10 daily ticket to the Arnold Fitness EXPO. Tickets are available at the door or from Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000, or www.ticketmaster.com/arnold. For more information visit www.cyclonegymnastics.org and
www.arnoldsportsfestival.com.
