Rhythmic gymnastics is a sport in which single
competitors or pairs, trios or even more (generally five)
manipulate one or two apparatuses: Rope, Hoop, Ball, Clubs and
Ribbon. It combines elements of ballet, gymnastics, theatrical
dance, and apparatus manipulation. The victor is the participant
who earns the most points, as awarded by a panel of judges, for
leaps, balances, pivots, flexibility, apparatus handling, and
artistic effect.