Acrobatics (from
Greek ἀκροβατέω
akrobateō, "walk on tiptoe, strut") is the performance of extraordinary feats of
balance,
agility, and
motor coordination. It can be found in many of the
performing arts,
sports (sporting) events, and
martial arts. Acrobatics is most often associated with activities that make extensive use of gymnastic elements, such as
acro dance,
circus, and
gymnastics, but many other athletic activities — such as
ballet and
diving — may also employ acrobatics. Although acrobatics is most commonly associated with human body performance, it may also apply to other types of performance, such as
aerobatics.