Rule of thirds or not?

Another tricky one. I did compose this by the rule. All the foreground is on the lower third of the grid.
What is your opinion?

[Kathy A]

I don't see this as being rule of thirds as to me the path is the main feature and its in the middle, although what would I know.

It is a nice photo and a great leading line though

[Diana]

Lol, I am with Kathy on this :-)

[Christina]

I think even tho you have placed the people on the third, which is aesthetically pleasing, the predominant composition rule you've followed is leading lines.

[Susan Wakely]

As above.

[Mags]

Lovely shot!

[Delboy79]

Nice leading lines but the foreground would be in the lower third in any shot

[Carole Sandford]

Nice shot but not rule of thirds I am afraid.

[Chris Cook]

I agree that this is not really rule of thirds. Composition is a very personal thing and the “rules” should be considered as merely suggestions. If you are happy with it then it is composed correctly.

[borof]

Avoid placing elements in the center of the frames. Instead, the main subject (or point of interest) should be placed where the lines intersect.