ø160 mm GRS Ball [360g]

Ball sold individually.

Made in France with particular attention to its quality and finishes, this ball is perfect for GRS training but also for a multitude of uses outside the GRS. Its size of 160mm makes it a little smaller than the competition standard for those over 13 years old (between 180 and 200mm according to the International Gymnastics Federation). It can however be used in competition for 7 to 13 year olds, I have put you a small table of the IGF at the bottom of this page.

The weight of 360g is also below the standards for teen/adult competition, but that's what makes it a more suitable ball for training and children. It offers a feeling of lightness and maneuverability in the most complex movements. The ball is easy to hold and handle, offering great precision in movement.

This GRS ball is the ideal accessory to accompany you in your training in many warm-up sessions for various sports and circus activities.

What pressure for your GRS balloon?

To inflate a rhythmic gymnastics ball, here are some steps to follow:

• Wet the needle (not included) and balloon port before insertion.
• Insert the needle perpendicular to the surface of the ball to avoid structural damage and meet specifications.
• Make sure the ball is not over-inflated or under-inflated. The ideal pressure is between 180 and 200 mm/0 or 4 to 5 psi.
• Insert and remove the needle gently, avoiding sudden movements.

Ideas for exercises to do with a GRS ball:

• As a dance prop for artistic performances.
• As a toy for children who like to play throwing and catching balls.
• In juggling, it can also be used for spinning.
• Balance on the head while juggling.
• In physical preparation to work on strength and mobility. The size is interesting. A tennis ball will be too small and a pilates ball (push ball) will be too big.
• Stretching with the ball: Sit on the ball and roll slowly back and forth to stretch the muscles of the back and legs.
• Coordination: Training with a GRS ball can help improve coordination and balance, by working on the synchronization of movements of the body and hands.
• The ball can be used to improve flexibility, working on stretches and artistic figures that require flexibility.
• Synchronization drills: practice working as a team by performing synchronized movements, throwing and catching the ball at the same time.

Information on IGF standards in GRS competition:

For a ball, the IGF standard for teen/adult GRS competitions requires a ball whose diameter is between 18cm and 20cm and whose mass is at least 400g. Hence the fact that the ball presented on this page is oriented towards competition for children / teenagers up to the age of 13. The table below is perhaps more explicit than my explanations here.

Between the ages of 7 and 13, this ball will be suitable for competitions.