The importance of dance training for beginners in rhythmic gymnastics

International rules for rhythmic gymnastics place high demands on the sports training of gymnasts. At the same time, dance training is especially highlighted, since the compulsory program includes two series of dance steps, in addition, the entire sports composition must be accompanied by characteristic movements of the musical composition used. In this regard, it was interesting how dance training would affect the development of psychomotor abilities of beginning gymnasts. The article presents a methodology for dance training of an educational and training group of girls involved in rhythmic gymnastics, as well as an experimental substantiation of its effectiveness.