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Turkish coach: “Azerbaijan is a native country for me”

09 February 2022

Turkish coach: “Azerbaijan is a native country for me”

The Press Service of Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation (AGF) presents an interview with coach of the Turkish Gymnastics Club “Ritmika” - Nihan Ozkan.
- You are welcome to Azerbaijan. Please tell us about the progress of the training camp.
- Our delegation from Rhythmic Gymnastics Club “Ritmika” visiting Baku, includes a coach and 9 gymnasts along with me. Our gymnasts train twice a day, having morning and evening sessions. Our training lasts about 8 hours. Milli Gimnastika Arenasi (National Gymnastics Arena) is very beautiful. They have all conditions for athletes. There are medical center, dining room, hotel, gymnastics floor and etc. They are very helpful. I have visited Baku before. Azerbaijan is a native country for me. That is why we have chosen Baku again for training. 
- How many visits have you made to Azerbaijan?
This is my fourth visit. But this is my third visit for training camp.
- Have you visited the sightseeings of our capital?
I visited the sightseeings of Baku. We will go for a walk with the children again on the last day of trainings. Baku is a beautiful and modern city. The children also like it and they are very happy to be here.
- Please tell us about the achievements of your gymnasts.
Our gymnasts participate in both National and International competitions. So far, they have participated in competitions in Turkey and other countries. They have achieved a number of achievements at national and international competitions. We will continue to make every effort to continue this success.
- Please give some information about your sports career.
- I have been doing Rhythmic Gymnastics since I was 5. For many years, I performed within the National Team. Then, I decided to continue my career as a coach.
- What are the future goals of the “Ritmika” Gymnastics Club?
- The current goal of the “Ritmika” Gymnastics Club is to prepare for the competitions in Turkey and achieve high results at the international arena. Our main goal is to train our gymnasts at a professional level. At the same time, we try to make our gymnasts confident and stay in good shape.
- We would like to know your thoughts about Azerbaijani gymnasts
- Azerbaijani gymnasts train very well. We watch their training almost every day. They are talented and have good skills. They also have different programs. We like their performances very much.
- Thank you very much for the interview.
- Thank you. Good Bye.