30. July 2004  
Munich / Germany  
Sport Aerobics

Aerobics competition in the 9th Eurogames in Munich

Today and tomorrow take place the Aerobics competition during the 'IX. Eurogames 2004' in Munich (Germany) - all around the Olympic Park. 5300 athletes from 38 countries all over Europe will be competing for medals in 26 different sports. Aerobics is one of them besides cheerleading, line dance, swimmming, row, football, golf, tennis ore volleyball.
With the motto 'Munich s´ports the rainbow' - everyone is welcome, regardless of background, sexual orientation, religious or political beliefs.
The Eurogames haven take place since 1992 and are awarded by the European Gay and Lesbian Sport Federation (EGLSF).
Yesterday evening 11000 People celebrated the official opening in the Olympic Hall. The Mayor of Munich, Christian Ude, welcome the guests with the words 'In this town you are all welcome' and open the games. The great atmosphere was helped by an array of both national and international stars and mini shows put on by the entering sports clubs.