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Gymnastics for All: a Tool for Social Inclusion

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Gymnastics for all (GFA) is categorized as an inclusive practice due to the diversity of participants, their age, gender, ability, the use of music, choreography, and materials, as well as the number of participants. The fact that this form of sport is non-competitive, and, therefore, is not based on performance, makes it possible for people with disabilities to fully participate in it. The scientific literature has cited many advantages of this practice, including social cohesion, wellbeing, improved creativity, and health. The purpose of this paper is to explore the application of GFA to individuals with disabilities. An example of a group of individuals with Down syndrome is presented. Article visualizations:

Source: European Journal of Special Education Research

DOI: 10.46827/ejse.v11i2.5890

Authors: Giovanna Regina Sarôa, Tatiana de Cassia Nakano

Institution: Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas

Language: English

Topic: Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, Pontificia Universidade Catolica de Campinas, Universidade de São Paulo