Dates:
- Fri, 10 Apr 2026, 10:00–Sun, 13 Sept 2026, 17:00
Jumppatytöt – A Love Letter to Aesthetic Group Gymnastics
Rising from the theater stage to a national phenomenon, Jumppatytöt expanded into an exhibition at TAHTO Center for Finnish Sports Culture.
The exhibition dives into the history and culture of Finnish Aesthetic group gymnastics culture, highlights powerful moments of the present, and explores dreams for the future.
The exhibition shares stories of competitive gymnasts, coaches, and enthusiasts alike – both the small and the big moments that make this sport so deeply loved in Finland. On display is a wide range of group gymnastics artifacts, videos, photographs, stories, and diary entries, as well as the competition costume of five-time world champion Paula Thesleff.
In theatre, Jumppatytöt premiered on April 13, 2024, in Minervaskolan in Helsinki. The theatre production is based on the personal experiences of the members of the creative team – current actresses and former gymnasts Katariina Havukainen, Inkeri Hyvönen, and Ella Lahdenmäki – with aesthetic group gymnastics.
The exhibition also draws on research material by PhD Sinikka Selin related to the experiences of group gymnasts.
This exhibition offers a unique opportunity to peek behind the scenes of the sport, to understand the power of movement, and to appreciate the importance of community within Finnish sporting culture.
TAHTO Center for Finnish Sports Culture
10.4.-13.9.2026
Cost: https://tahto.com/en/visit-us/
Bookings: Booking information is available from the event source.
Categories: team gymnastics, exhibitions, gymnastics, sports
More information: https://tahto.com/en/exhibition/jumppatytot-a-love-letter-to-aesthetic-group-gymnastics/
Source: Event information supplied by City of Helsinki Linked Events.
