Because for us, the World Gymnaestrada is made up of two central elements:

• Meeting and sharing
  Because World Gymnaestrada is first and foremost a formidable gathering of people from all walks of life. We want to protect and acknowledge this wealth in the same way that our predecessors did.
  
  
• The magic of colours, movement, music and gymnastics
  Because our common goal is to awaken the child within each participant, each spectator, and his/her wonder and admiration for the fantastic gymnastic performances from the four corners of the globe.

The World Gymnaestrada Lausanne 2011: a whole city, a canton, a country of gymnasts who are already looking forward to welcoming you!

• Respect for the human, social and ecological environment
• Transparency and respect
• Openness to other cultures
• Conviviality – proximity – human warmth
• Desire to place its competencies at the service of an efficient organisation
• Sense of creativity and innovation
• No competition

Missions of the World Gymnaestrada Lausanne 2011

• Promote and developp gymnastics for all in the Canton of Vaud and Switzerland
• Collaborate in the promotion and development of gymnastics for all internationally
• Make the population, businesses, hoteliers and public services of Lausanne and surrounding areas aware of the importance of presenting Lausanne as a city of hosting, hospitality and tourism
• Encourage the people of Lausanne to participate in the festival, especially young people
• Establish a flawless organisation, combining efficacy and conviviality, respecting sustainable development
• Promote the city of Lausanne, Olympic capital