Gymnastics in schools: A vital need in a technology-first world
Most children end up spending time on smartphones playing games, watching videos or interacting more with the virtual world, which also impacts their development. More often, meal times are also dominated by the screens. Long gone are the times when stories were narrated to engage the child, enabling them to also use their imagination. The reducing attention spans, the constant gratification of the screen has also changed the way in which children respond to the world around them.
In the context of increasing screen time, physical activity is a necessity. It is imperative for schools to lay strong emphasis on outdoor activities that balance classroom learning. When children explore structured sports and fitness routines, not only do they build their health, but also work on qualities like discipline, focus, resilience and teamwork, which are essential skill sets.
Among the most comprehensive forms of physical development is gymnastics—a sport that refines strength, coordination, flexibility, and mental toughness in equal measure.
Introducing gymnastics at the school level empowers students with life skills and promotes a lifelong affinity for fitness and movement.
One of the schools that has introduced its children to the delights of gymnastics is the
Gaudium School
, known for its progressive and holistic approach to education. Recently, it concluded its second edition of GymQuinn– a two-day national-level gymnastics festival, which was held on 5th and 6th July 2025.
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The event was officially inaugurated by Pullela Gopichand, India's renowned badminton coach and Padma Bhushan awardee. Accompanying him were Colonel Kamlesh Mishra, a senior Indian Army officer and youth mentor, and Sirisha Raghavendra, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad, and a vocal supporter of fitness and child development.
Results: Top Medal Winner Academies – GymQuinn 2025
S.NO
ACADEMY NAME
GOLD
SILVER
BRONZE
Total
1
The Gaudium School - Hyderabad, Telangana
113
150
168
431
2
Hyflyers - Salem, Tamil Nadu
102
101
28
231
3
Gymnora - Chennai, Tamil Nadu
91
176
81
348
4
Absolute Gymnastics - Mumbai, Maharashtra
49
52
17
118
5
Daaksham Gymnastics - Thane, Maharashtra
27
23
21
71
6
GTC - Goa
16
42
42
100
7
K.G.A.C - Hyderabad, Telangana
14
17
14
45
8
Fit Youth Gymnastics - Pune, Maharashtra
13
21
18
52
9
Kalpataru - Hyderabad, Telangana
11
21
39
71
Day one featured events such as rhythmic gymnastics, dance gymnastics, artistic gymnastics, floor routines, apparatus showcases, and creative acrobatics. The second day of GymQuinn 2025 was all about the excitement of the finals across various categories. 850 athletes participated from 15 states across India. The event was another step in promoting school-level athletics on a national level.
Gymnastics encourages children to run, jump, climb, bounce, and explore the delights of being a child, while also preparing them for a dynamic future with an essential arsenal of skills.
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