Young Gymnasts Perform

Schools from the Nelson district were represented at the annual Gymnastics Carnival, held at Waimea Intermediate School. The event was postponed because of rain, and conditions were ideal a week later, when they were held.

Hamish Stewart (Broadgreen Intermediate) leaps high at the completion of a floor exercise

Debbie Holcroft (Waimea Intermediate) strikes a classical pose on the beam

Concentration shows on Darren Simpson's face as he performs on the horizontal bar. Darren is from Henley School

Robin Swafford (Motupipi) vaults over the horse

Among the spectators was this group of Mums

Sarah McLauchlan (Broadgreen Intermediate) makes a graceful picture as she competes in a compulsory floor exercise.

Linda Frost (Clifton Terrace) delicately maintains balance on the beam

Waiting their turn

Jane Valentine (Clifton Terrace) was among the better performers on the beam

Competing on the vault are Vicki Small (Appleby)

Competing on the vault are Jennifer Smith, also of Appleby

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The Nelson Photo News

No 146 : December 9, 1972

Young Gymnasts Perform