European Union of Gymnastics
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| Formation | 1982 |
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| Headquarters | Lausanne |
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Region served
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Europe |
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President
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Georges Guelzec |
| Website | www.ueg-gymnastics.com |
The European Union of Gymnastics (French: Union Européenne de Gymnastique) is one of four continental unions that represents the interests of Europe in the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique. It was formed in 1982.
Events
The European Union of Gymnastics organises European Gymnastics Championships for each of the gymnastic disciplines, the main events are:
| Discipline | Competition | First held | Current Frequency |
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| Artistic gymnastics | European Artistic Gymnastics Championships (both Men's and Women's) | 1955 (men) / 1957 (women) | Annually |
| Rhythmic gymnastics | Rhythmic Gymnastics European Championships | 1978 | Annually |
| Trampoline | European Trampoline Championships | 1969 | Biennially |
Member federations
As of 2008[update], the union consists of 47 member federations
External links
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