Gymnaestrada is the official world event of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG). Once every four years in a country of one of the affiliated federations, gymnasts of all ages and backgrounds meet to share their passion for gymnastics. It is considered the largest event of its kind with over 20'000 participants. Gymnaestrada 2011 was held in Lausanne, Switzerland. Gynaestrada 2015 will be held in Helsinki, Finland.
Philip Meier was fortunate to be one of the photographers working at Gymnaestrada 2011
Philip Meier was fortunate to be one of the photographers working at Gymnaestrada 2011
Gymnaestrada 2011, Lausanne, Switzerland. A lucky picture. It was the first day of Gymnaestrada 2011 and by chance they were doing handstands not only in front of the Gymnaestrada flower arrangement but the main building of Palais de Beaulieu
Gymnaestrada 2011, Lausanne, Switzerland. A lucky picture. It was the first day of Gymnaestrada 2011 and by chance they were doing handstands not only in front of the Gymnaestrada flower arrangement but the main building of Palais de Beaulieu