KUCHING: It is hoped that the Sarawak Aesthetic Group Gymnastics (AGG) Carnival 2024 will be held on a grander scale in the future.
Political Secretary to the Premier Kho Teck Wan said this in light of the success of the carnival, which is being held for the first time in the state.
She pointed out that children’s involvement in the sport not only promoted physical health but also taught them teamwork.
“What is important now is that all participants need to enjoy and have fun with what they are doing while always giving their best efforts.
“I am confident that with the success of this first-ever carnival in Sarawak, it will be organised again in the future.
“Therefore, the organisers must continue to do their best. We are looking forward to a grander carnival next time,” she said.
Kho was representing Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian at the opening ceremony of the carnival at the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) headquarters here yesterday (June 24)
The carnival, organised by the Sarawak Aesthetic Gymnastics Association (SAGGA), is on from June 24 to 27. It involves around 200 AGG gymnasts from Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Melaka, and Sarawak.
The gymnasts include those from ZV Gymdanz Fitness, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur; D’Arch Academy, Melaka; Kickstart Gymnastics, Selangor; Gym Fun, Selangor; Belle Rhythm Dance Academy – SJK (C) Sungai Chua, Selangor.
Meanwhile, the gymnasts from Sarawak include those from Rainbow RG Club Sibu; Mine Dance Studio, Sarawak; Track & Dance; SJK(C) Chung Hua No.6; SJK(C) Chung Hua Batu 4 ½; SJK(C) Sungai Lubak; and SJK(C) Sungai Apong.
Kho also called on everyone to support the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024, which will be held in Sarawak in August.
“I urge all of you to support the teams that will compete in SUKMA,” she added.
Also present during the ceremony were Malaysia Aesthetic Group Gymnastics Association (MAGGA) president Datuk Abdul Malek Mohammad Noor, founder of Super Wings Company Datuk Aidan Wing and other distinguished guests.
