Adult gymnasts from Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre have achieved outstanding success at this year's British Adult Veteran Championships, bringing home 27 national medals, including seven gold.

Held from 12-14 June at the prestigious Lilleshall National Sports Centre, the annual championships celebrate adult participation in gymnastics and bring together competitors from across the UK to showcase their skills across a range of disciplines.

Representing Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre, an 18-strong team competed across artistic gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics, tumbling and trampolining. Despite being a smaller squad than in previous years, the team delivered an exceptional performance, demonstrating the strength of the centre's thriving adult gymnastics programme.

Among the standout results was Lizzie Slater's national title win in the Women's Artistic Gymnastics Over 50 Pro category, highlighting the opportunities available for adults to continue competing and excelling in the sport at all stages of life.

The squad enjoyed significant success in Acrobatic Gymnastics, with Matt Whitfield and Dan Iley claiming overall gold in the Men's Pair competition. Kat Duffy, Amy Sanchez and Lizzie Slater also secured a national title, taking gold in the Women's Trio category and adding to Portsmouth's medal tally in the team event.

In Tumbling, Matt Whitfield claimed overall gold in the Over 18 Intermediate category, while Jodie Duncan and Kat Duffy earned silver medals in their respective categories. The athletes later joined teammates to secure bronze in the team competition.

The centre was also represented in Trampolining, where competitors produced strong performances against high-quality national opposition.

The results reflect the commitment of Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre's adult gymnasts and coaches, as well as the growing popularity of adult gymnastics programmes delivered by BH Live.

BH Live is a registered charity and social enterprise operating Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre on behalf of Portsmouth City Council.

On behalf of BH Live, Zoe Beauvoisin, Adult Gymnastics Coach at Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre, said:

"We are so proud of everything the Adult Squad achieved. They’ve worked incredibly hard, demonstrating fantastic determination, commitment and team spirit throughout the competition.

“Their success highlights that gymnastics really is a sport for everyone, regardless of age or experience. These results are a great example of what can be achieved through dedication, and we hope they'll inspire others to either return to gymnastics or try it for the first time."

BH Live offers a range of gymnastics sessions at Portsmouth Gymnastics Centre, designed to support people of all ages and abilities, from those taking their first steps into the sport to experienced competitors looking to continue their gymnastics journey.

BH Live is committed to creating more opportunities for people across the city to improve their health and wellbeing, develop new skills, and enjoy the many physical and mental benefits of staying regularly active.

To book a session, and for more information, visit bhliveactive.org.uk/gymnastics-centre.