Baku, Azerbaijan, Jan. 17
By Anvar Mammadov – Trend:
The Intercontinental Judges’ Courses on Artistic Gymnastics of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) have started in Baku.
The courses are being held for the first time in Azerbaijan’s capital on Jan. 17- 21.
Addressing the opening, FIG First Vice President Slava Corn welcomed the participants, introduced the members of the organizing committee and thanked the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation (AGF) for the excellent organization.
“In the next three days we have to work hard to show our skills, as this seminar is unique over the whole Olympic cycle,” said Corn.
Afterwards, AGF Secretary General Farid Gayibov addressed the event. He welcomed the course participants, wished them success and expressed hope that these courses will be held successfully and participants will achieve the desired results.
The FIG Intercontinental Judges’ Courses are held once in an Olympic cycle. These courses provide an opportunity to get the highest – the first judging category.
