Rhythmic gymnastics was introduced as an Olympic discipline at the 1984 Los Angeles Games. Competition was held in the individual all-around.
Rhythmic Gymnastics Added to the Olympics
(An Illustrated History of Olympic Gymnastics)
Lori Fung (Canada) wins the first gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics in 1984
© Stringer / Getty ImagesMore on Gymnastics
Amazing Gymnastics PhotosStart Your Child in GymnasticsFamous Gymnasts
More Olympic Gymnastics
The Biggest Gymnastics ControversiesThe Greatest Moments in Gymnastics2012 Olympic Contenders
Learn Gymnastics
Get Your SplitsHow to Do a Back WalkoverPerfect Your Handstand
Also from About.com:
©2012 About.com. All rights reserved.
A part of The New York Times Company.