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Balance beams

Scope note

Narrow, and relatively long, wooden or steel beams set horizontally several feet above the floor and upon which performers demonstrate balancing acts and gymnastic moves.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000211065

Broader Terms used

<gymnastic equipment>

Equivalent Terms used

balance beam

Created

13yrs ago

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