GYMNASTIKA CUP in Rhythmic Gymnastics
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Gymnastika
Solo Cup 2026

November 21–22, 2026 The Agenda · Dubai, UAE

Dear clubs — GYMNASTIKA RG Club invites you to take part in the international tournament GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP 2026, held in Dubai on 21–22 November.

Register your club Competition program Final registration closes 1 November 2026
Supported by Dubai Sports Council UAE Sports For All Federation

One trip — two exceptional events

Travel to Dubai for more than just a competition

21–22 November

GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP

Two days of international competition at The Agenda under FIG 2025–2028 rules. Up to 500 gymnasts, born 2021 and earlier — individual, duet & trio, groups and D-light.

See the program
23–30 November

Training Camp with Marina Protasova

Compete on the international stage, then continue your development with a week of intensive training, individual feedback and Marina Protasova's unique coaching methodology.

About the camp
Date & time
21–22 NovDetailed schedule to follow
Location
The AgendaDubai Media City, UAE
Age
2021 & earlierGymnasts born in 2021 and earlier
Participants
500 maxMaximum registered for the competition
Judging
1 per clubOne judge per club is mandatory

About the previous tournament

A world-class event on the region's calendar

750gymnasts
25countries
6000spectators
€10 000prize fund
10M+views worldwide

The tournament was supported by leading sponsors and partners, with official broadcasts attracting millions of viewers globally.

The event concluded with a spectacular gala show, where gymnasts showcased their skills in unique exhibition performances. We are proud of this achievement and remain committed to creating world-class tournaments.

Competition program

Categories by year of birth

FIG Rules and Regulations, 2025–2028 Code of Points. F/H — free hands. By choice — apparatus of the gymnast's choice.

Individual
YearGoldABCD
2022—F/HF/HF/HF/H
2021—By choiceF/HF/HF/H
2020—By choiceBy choiceF/HF/H
2019—By choiceBy choiceF/HF/H
2018—By choice + by choiceF/H + by choiceF/HF/H
2017—By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceF/HF/H
2016—By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
2015—By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
2014—By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
2013By choice ×3By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
2012By choice ×3By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
2011By choice ×3By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choiceF/H
Senior
2010 & older
By choice ×3By choice + by choiceBy choice + by choiceBy choice—
Duet & Trio
YearsProgram
2018–2016F/H · By choice
2017–2014F/H · By choice
2015–2013F/H · By choice
2012–2010F/H · By choice + by choice
Senior 2009+By choice + by choice
Groups
YearsProgram
2018–2017F/H · By choice + by choice
2016–2015By choice + by choice
2014–2013By choice + by choice
2012–2011By choice + by choice
Senior 2010+By choice + by choice

D-light — General Physical Preparation

Age groups: 2023–2022 · 2021–2020 · 2020–2019 · 2018–2017 · 2016

Performance program (2016 and younger)

  1. Fold / pike
  2. Small basket — laying on your stomach, lean back, bend your knees, reach your head with your feet
  3. Bridge — laying or standing
  4. Forward somersault (roll)
  5. Backward somersault (roll)
  6. Split with right leg
  7. Middle split
  8. Split with left leg
  9. “Passe” balance with the right and left leg

The official invitation is the authoritative document. In case of any discrepancy, the invitation prevails.

Registration fee

Entry fees

Per gymnast700 AED / €170
Per group1300 AED / €310
Per duet or trio800 AED / €190
D-light General Physical Preparation350 AED / €85
Late registrationRegistrations submitted after the registration deadline are subject to an additional fee per gymnast.+100 AED / gymnast
Gala banquetAll judges, coaches and delegation members are invited; time and location announced separately. Age 14+ — coaches are responsible for their underage gymnasts.300 AED / person

Rules · judges · visa

What every club needs to know

  • Rules. The event is conducted in accordance with FIG rules valid in the year of the competition: Technical Regulations and Code of Points; General Judges' Rules and Specific Judges' Rules; FIG Rules for the Sanctioning of International Events.
  • Judges and jury. Each team must provide a judge. In case of absence, a penalty of 2000 AED (€500) will be applied.
  • Insurance. Insurance is mandatory for each participant.
  • Visa. The organizing committee is pleased to assist each delegation member with an official invitation letter — Maria Shuliakevich, +971 52 545 5884.
  • Payment. All payments must be made via bank transfer before the start of the competition. All bank charges are covered by the participating clubs. Bank details are below; the payment reference is sent with your registration confirmation.

Entry fee payment

Bank details

All bank charges are paid by the participating team

Bank
Emirates Islamic Bank
SWIFT / BIC
MEBLAEAD
IBAN
AE070340003708440321601
Account number
3708440321601

Payment by bank transfer, deadline 1 November 2026. The payment reference is sent with your registration confirmation.

Registration & payment

Key dates

October 20, 2026Preliminary registration
November 1, 2026Final registration
November 1, 2026Music submission (MP3)
November 1, 2026Payment deadline

Schedule

Four days in Dubai

November 20Arrival of delegations, accreditation
November 21Competition Day 1
November 22Competition Day 2
November 23Departure of delegations
Awards €10 000 Grand cash prize

Every gymnast leaves with something

Each participant of the tournament will receive a medal, diploma, and a commemorative gift in recognition of their participation and achievements — on top of the grand cash prize.

Gold category cash prizes — for places 1–3 in every age group (2013, 2012, 2011 and Senior):

$5001st place
$3002nd place
$2003rd place

Head Judge

Maria Lazuk

Maria Lazuk has judged some of the world's leading rhythmic gymnastics events — European Championships, FIG World Cups, the European Games, the Universiade and the European Cup.

Maria Lazuk, Head Judge of GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP 2026
  • Olympic silver medallist — Sydney 2000, group all-around.
  • Honoured Master of Sport of the Republic of Belarus (2000).
  • Top-category coach and FIG international-category judge.

Judging at international events

  • 2011European Championships · Minsk
  • 2012World Cup · Kyiv, Deriugina Cup
  • 2017FIG World Cup · Baku
  • 2017FIG World Cup · Sofia
  • 2019FIG World Cup · Baku
  • 2019European Games · Minsk
  • 2019Universiade · Naples
  • 2021FIG World Cup
  • 2026RG European Cup · Baku
  • 2026FIG World Cup · Baku
  • 2026FIG World Cup · Tashkent

Her extensive international experience and expertise make her a highly respected figure in the world of rhythmic gymnastics. It is a great honour to welcome Maria Lazuk as the Head Judge of GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP 2026.

A special event within GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP 2026

Gymnastika Sports Summit 2026

A landmark event for the rhythmic gymnastics community.

For the first time in the UAE 21–22 November · The Agenda, Dubai

Behind every performance stands a team — a gymnast, a coach, a parent, a club.

This November in Dubai, we bring them together for a unique program of expert talks, practical sessions and professional exchange dedicated to the world of rhythmic gymnastics.

  • Gymnasts
  • Parents
  • Coaches
  • Club leaders

Different sessions. Different perspectives. One team behind every gymnast.

A speaker on stage at GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP

Meet the speakers

Freefor all tournament participants

The venue

The Agenda, Dubai

One of the largest and most modern halls in the city — right in the heart of Dubai Media City. The perfect space for a full-scale tournament and training camp.

30,000 sq ftA huge flat floor — about 2,800 m²
17 metresVery high ceilings
3,000 / 5,000Capacity seated / standing — the scale fits any program
2 minutesWalk from Internet City Metro Station, Al Sufouh area
150+Underground parking spaces
On siteCafés and restaurants right in the building

Hotels and transfers

We organize everything turnkey

Nothing to worry about: accommodation and all the moving around are on us — for the tournament and for the training camp alike.

Any hotel

We book accommodation to fit the participant's budget — from a modest room to a resort by the beach.

All transfers

Airport, hotel, venue, training hall — every transfer is arranged for you.

The whole organization

We take it on for the competition days and for the camp week, so coaches only deal with gymnastics.

Hotel, transfer, etc. Partner hotels & rates Arranged individually on request — write to Maria, +971 52 545 5884 on WhatsApp

23–30 November 2026 · Dubai

Training Camp with
Marina Protasova

Compete on the international stage, then continue your development with a week of intensive training, individual feedback, and Marina Protasova's unique coaching methodology.

A perfect opportunity for gymnasts and families to combine competition, education, and an unforgettable week in Dubai.

Marina Protasova working with a gymnast

About the coach

Marina Anatolyevna Protasova

Marina Protasova, rhythmic gymnastics coach

A professional rhythmic gymnastics coach with 40 years of experience, a top-category coach and a representative of the renowned Grodno school (Belarus). She develops gymnasts from beginner level all the way to International Class Masters of Sport and national team members.

  • Her students are medalists at European Championships and European Games — Anastasia Rybakova, two-time champion at the 2019 European Games in Minsk.
  • Honored with the special award “Belarusian Sports Olympus.”
  • Author of methods, webinars and masterclasses studied by coaches and parents worldwide.

Why you must train with her: she personally guides every child, spots and corrects what others miss, builds both technique and character, and provides an individual development program. Direct access to a coach of this caliber is rare.

Schedule

Monday16:00–20:30
Tuesday16:00–20:30
Wednesdayday off
Thursday16:00–20:30
Friday14:00–20:00
Saturday9:00–15:00
Sunday9:00–15:00

Wednesday is a day off with a cultural program.

Training program

  • Adjusting and refining existing routines
  • Setting new routines on request
  • Stretching using unique original techniques
  • Training based on Marina Anatolyevna's signature methods

Marina personally guides each child, gives individual recommendations on what to work on, and assigns an important program to follow after the camp.

Add-ons

  • Seminar & masterclass for Dubai coaches — AED 500, personal masterclass with Marina Anatolyevna
  • Seminar for parents — optional, register in advance
  • Hotel ⇄ gym transfer — +AED 500 for the whole camp, optional, or arrange your own taxi

For the mothers

While the children train and thrive, mothers relax at a beautiful resort and enjoy the beach. We will help you choose and book your hotel.

Cultural program

Group visits with the children to Dubai's top landmarks — a beautiful cultural program. Dubai is in its finest, mild season.

Key details

Dates
23–30 Nov2026
Format
6 daysOf active training, one day off (Wednesday)
Venue
The AgendaDubai Media City — the best hall in the city
Places
20 maxStrictly limited
Price
USD 980Per person, training only. Accommodation, transfer and seminars charged separately.

Contacts

Talk to the organizing committee

Head coach of GYMNASTIKA RG Club
Chief organizer and secretary
Natallia Kalinina +371 200 08 083 · WhatsApp English, Russian
Event coordinator
Visa support
Maria Shuliakevich +971 52 545 58 84 · WhatsApp English, Russian
CEO of GYMNASTIKA RG Club
Tournament director
Anastasiya Zakreuskaya gymnastikacup@gmail.com English, Russian

With gratitude

We move forward with their support

GYMNASTIKA SOLO CUP is held with the support of Dubai Sports Council and the UAE Sports For All Federation. We are sincerely grateful and thankful for their trust and support — thanks to them, rhythmic gymnastics in the UAE keeps growing and the tournament has become an international-level event.

Dubai Sports Council
UAE Sports For All Federation

We look forward to welcoming you to Dubai

Entries close on 1 November 2026. Places are limited to 500 gymnasts.

Best regards, Anastasiya Zakreuskaya — CEO of GYMNASTIKA RG Club