Gymnastics is a truly wonderful thing, isn’t it? Whether you are taking part or just watching and interested in the sport, reading poems about gymnastics is a really fun way to pass the time (plus, there is the added bonus that you won’t get out of breath or pull a hamstring!) Reading poetry is a great way to stretch and expand your mind, in the same way that actually doing the sport will stretch and tone your body. It is always fascinating to see how a good poet can twist and shape words, to make them into a form that we can understand and enjoy.
There are a great many people in the world who absolutely love gymnastics, and if you have one of these people in your life, you may have tried to source innumerable gymnastics-based presents for them over the years. But, I bet you haven’t thought of giving them a book of poems! Reading is a wonderful way to expand the mind, in the same way that exercise is good for the body. After all, the brain is a muscle that needs at least as much exercise as the body! Reading poems is a fantastic way to not only learn about things, but it can also be incredibly enjoyable – as long as you have found the subject matter than inspires you. If you or someone you know loves both gymnastics and reading, why not combine the two?
Poems about gymnastics makes a very thoughtful gift for someone who loves the sport – it’s something a little bit different, and something that can inspire them to think of different ways they can enjoy gymnastics. Who knows, you may even use poetry to come up with some mind-blowing new moves that have never been seen before!
Poems About Gymnastics

Grace in Motion: A Poem on Rhythmic Gymnastics
Author: S. Ellis
Beneath the lights, the ribbons flow,
A dance of color, soft and slow.
A rhythmic beat, a graceful sway,
Where art and sport in union play.
The ball is cradled, spun with ease,
As bodies bend like flowing trees.
Each leap, a flight, each twirl, a song,
A fleeting moment, never wrong.
The hoop takes flight, a golden ring,
It loops and dips like birds in spring.
A toss, a catch, a pirouette,
A dance that none will soon forget.
In perfect lines, the ribbons arc,
A symphony of light and spark.
The gymnast, poised, a fleeting star,
Transforms the floor to something far.
Through every move, a silent cheer,
The art of strength, both bold and clear.
For rhythmic hearts, the dance won’t end,
Each ribbon tells where dreams ascend.
Haiku
Author: Unknown
Flips in mid-air soar,
Grace and power intertwined,
Balance meets the floor.
Gymnastics for Kids
Author: J. Harris
There once was a kid named Max,
Who loved to do flips and handstands!
He'd tumble all day,
In the funniest way,
And bounce like a spring on his mats!
Did you like any of these poems? Please leave a comment below. And if you’re looking for more poems, here are some about basketball.