Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships Deliver Historic Philippine Finish

The Philippines completed the 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships with five medals after adding two podium finishes on the final day. Competing in Tagaytay, the hosts finished with one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals across senior and youth events.

Senior Aero Dance Team Captures Silver

The Philippine senior aero dance team earned silver during its international debut after scoring 16.600 points in Tagaytay. Their routine combined traditional Filipino ethnic dance elements with Budots, giving the performance a distinctive local identity before home supporters.

Coverage published by The Manila Times documented Vietnam’s winning 17.250 score and the Philippines’ second-place performance. The Filipino squad also finished 0.250 points ahead of Mongolia, securing another medal during the championship’s final day.

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Filipino Routine Brings Local Identity to Competition

The silver-medal routine combined competitive aerobic gymnastics with recognizable Filipino cultural elements during the team’s first international appearance. Arcanio Cadlos and Charmaine Dolar provided veteran experience alongside six teammates during their successful senior aero dance performance.

• Arcanio Cadlos
• Charmaine Dolar
• Enrico Ostia
• James Dominick Yray
• Jhon Jeoffrey Cañones
• Dorothy Grace Asuncion
• Danielle Asuncion
• Princess Johanna Pama

Cadlos and Dolar Add Mixed Pair Bronze

Cadlos and Dolar secured another Philippine podium finish after scoring 18.300 points during the senior mixed pair competition. Their performance earned bronze behind two Vietnamese partnerships, giving both Filipino gymnasts another international medal together in Tagaytay.

The result followed their silver-medal performance at the previous Southeast Asian Games, adding another podium appearance to their partnership. Facing highly rated Vietnamese competitors also provided another demanding championship test for the experienced Filipino mixed pair.

Senior Pair Faces Strong Vietnamese Opposition

Vietnam secured the top two positions in the senior mixed pair competition, leaving Cadlos and Dolar third overall. Their 18.300 score nevertheless placed the Filipino partnership on the continental podium against accomplished international opposition.

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Youth Aero Dance Squad Secures Bronze

The Philippine youth aero dance squad also reached the podium after producing a 16.700-point performance during the continental championships. Their bronze medal gave the hosts another result across age divisions while complementing the senior team’s final-day podium finishes.

Eight Filipino youth athletes contributed to the bronze-medal routine, gaining direct championship experience against international competitors in Tagaytay. Their result added another medal to a Philippine campaign featuring podium finishes across several aerobic gymnastics disciplines.

Youth Team Adds Another Philippine Medal

The youth aero dance bronze provided another podium finish during a championship featuring nearly 500 athletes and officials. Eight developing Filipino gymnasts represented the host nation during the event and contributed directly to its five-medal total.

• Enoch Ryan Basmayor
• Mikhaela Ladaran
• Sean Emmanuel Leona
• Jane Hallel Ramos
• Anne Miguel Martin
• Casey Meniano
• Nathalya Facultad
• Anne Haizzah Meniano

Filipino Athletes Reflect on Podium Success

Princess Johanna Pama described the senior aero dance silver as unexpected after the Filipinos entered as the competition’s final entry. Her reaction also emphasized the sacrifices behind their preparation before producing a podium performance during their international debut.

“Super happy kami kasi lahat ng sacrifices namin naging sulit. Super unexpected kasi last entry po kami pagkatapos nag-silver po.”

National coach Alena Rius expressed satisfaction after the Philippines secured silver and bronze medals across the senior events. She explained that the team prepared specifically for the championship, making both final-day podium finishes particularly rewarding for the delegation.

“Masaya na po ako at naka silver and bronze kami sa senior events. Pinaghandaan namin talaga ito.”

Rius Values Mixed Pair Bronze Against Vietnam

Rius placed particular importance on the mixed pair bronze because Cadlos and Dolar competed against highly rated Vietnamese opponents. Her assessment provided additional context surrounding the quality of opposition facing the Filipino partnership during the senior competition.

“Lalung-lalo na po yung bronze ni Charmaine and Arcenio kasi mga world-rated yung Vietnamese na nag-gold and silver kaya malaking bagay yung medalyang talaga.”

Tagaytay Hosting Brings Asian Competition Home

The championships gathered nearly 500 athletes and officials representing 12 Asian countries at the Tagaytay CT Velodrome. Hosting the event gave Filipino gymnasts direct exposure to continental judging and competition while performing before supporters at home.

Gymnastics Association of the Philippines president Cynthia Carrion also highlighted positive feedback received from participants about the event’s organization. Her comments emphasized the work behind staging an international championship involving hundreds of athletes and officials from across Asia.

“This is a credit to our organizing team, and most of all the participants we talked to gave us the thumbs up. We really stepped for this one.”

Carrion Praises Filipino Performances at Home

Carrion also credited the national athletes for responding positively to the opportunity of competing before a Filipino audience. She noted that the delegation performed strongly despite modest expectations while facing accomplished aerobic gymnasts from across the continent.

“We gave them the opportunity performing in front of the hometown crowd and I am glad that they delivered superbly despite our modest expectations. They competed against the best in Asia and performed well.”

Five Medals Complete Philippine Campaign

The Philippines concluded the championships with one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals across multiple competition categories. Senior and youth athletes both contributed podium finishes, giving the hosts representation across different age divisions during the continental event.

The final-day silver and bronze completed a five-medal campaign while providing Filipino gymnasts additional competition against leading Asian programs. Those results also gave coaches measurable performances to evaluate as athletes prepare for future continental and international aerobic gymnastics events.

Philippine Medal Tally Reaches Five

The final medal count featured one championship victory alongside four additional podium finishes during the home-hosted Asian competition. Results across senior and youth categories gave the Philippines five medals by the conclusion of competition in Tagaytay.

• Gold — 1
• Silver — 1
• Bronze — 3
• Total — 5

Analytical Breakdown: Success Runs Deeper

Watching the Philippines win medals across both senior and youth divisions tells me the program is developing the depth needed for sustained international success. Strong national teams are built through consistent athlete development rather than relying on a handful of standout performers. Seeing multiple Filipino gymnasts reach the podium suggests that the federation’s long-term investment in training and competition is producing meaningful results.

Hosting this championship also delivered valuable experience that cannot be recreated during regular training sessions. Performing before international judges and facing Asia’s strongest aerobic gymnasts helps athletes sharpen execution, composure, and competitive confidence under real championship conditions. Those lessons often become the foundation for stronger performances at future Asian Championships, World Championships, and other major international events.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many medals did the Philippines win?

The Philippines completed the Asian Aerobic Gymnastics Championships with five medals comprising one gold, one silver, and three bronze.

Which Philippine team earned the silver medal?

The Philippine senior aero dance team captured silver after scoring 16.600 points during its international debut in Tagaytay.

Who earned bronze in the senior mixed pair?

Arcanio Cadlos and Charmaine Dolar earned the senior mixed pair bronze medal after recording an 18.300-point performance.

Where were the championships held?

The 10th Aerobic Gymnastics Asian Championships were staged at the Tagaytay CT Velodrome with participants representing 12 Asian countries.

Why was hosting significant for Philippine gymnastics?

Hosting allowed Filipino gymnasts to face international opponents and continental judging standards while competing before supporters at home.

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