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Finding a sports club for your child can be difficult, especially if you don’t know what you’re looking for, or if there are a lot of options in your local area. You might head to Google to find out what options there are near you, but how do you know which is the right one? In our blog post 'Sport clubs - what to look for and how to find the right one', I break down my top tips for parents when it comes to finding a sports club for your child. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebDj6WCN #SportClubs #Sport #KidsSport #SportForKids #YouthSports #BlogPost #SportsConsultant #SportSister #FindAClub #KidsFitness

The Evolution of the Freestyle Trampoline Industry 🌟 Since our first event in 2017, the FTA and the sport of freestyle trampoline has seen incredible growth. In just 8 short years, our participation has soared 315%, mainly driven by social media, showcasing incredible tricks and skills of these young athletes. Safety protocols have continued to be the best in the industry, ensuring a safe environment for athletes. We’ve also witnessed a diversification of styles, incorporating elements from tricking and parkour, and professional competitions are now more visible, thanks to our World Championships, attracting new sponsors, such as our collaboration this year with Urban World Series and Acon Trampolines at Extreme Barcelona. Online communities have fostered collaboration among enthusiasts and coaches, while structured youth programs are nurturing the next generation of talent. Plus, freestyle trampoline has become a valued part of fitness culture, appealing to diverse audiences, as well as the special needs community through Rebound Therapy. Let’s celebrate our progress and continue to push the boundaries of freestyle trampoline! What are your thoughts on these changes? ACON Greg Roe Trampoline Dominique Lewis #FreestyleTrampoline #Growth #Innovation #Community

Boardsports: Riding the Wave of Explosive Growth 📈 The future of sports is on a board.🤙 ● $37.54 Billion: Projected size of the global boardsports market by 2029. ● 5.1% CAGR: That's how fast this market is expanding. ● North America: Leading the surge in boardsports demand. ● Skateboards: Witnessing a remarkable surge in popularity, driven by accessibility, creative expression, and mainstream visibility. Why Boardsports are Booming: 💡 ● Passionate Communities: Boardsports foster a strong sense of belonging and identity. ● Youthful & Global Appeal: These sports resonate with a young, global demographic. ● Innovation & Progression: Boardsports are constantly evolving, pushing the boundaries of athleticism and creativity, incorporating tech like AR/VR. #boardsports #actionsports #skateboarding #surfing #snowboarding (Deep dive: https://lnkd.in/gRMSbY3c)

Time for Digital Transformation for the Youth Sports Management! 📣 🏀 ⚽ 🏐 🎾 Spor Kulüpleri için Dijital Dönüşüm Zamanı 📣

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐰𝐤’𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝟗𝟎𝟎? 🛹 As I reflect on my experience at the 2024 X Games, I can’t help but think back to my first X Games memory: watching Tony Hawk’s 900 live on TV, June 27, 1999, next to my brother Dan. Our eyes were glued to the screen, screaming for him to land it. For those who might not be familiar, let’s revisit that iconic moment… 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: The 1999 X Games in San Francisco. The 900, two and a half rotations, had never been successfully landed in a competition before. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝-𝐔𝐩: Tony Hawk, already a skateboarding icon, had been attempting the 900 for years. He had come close many times but never managed to land it. The X Games provided the perfect stage, with a supportive and electrified crowd. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭: During the Best Trick competition, Hawk made several attempts to land the trick. Each try was agonizingly close, but no cigar. Despite the competition officially ending, Hawk was determined to keep trying, and the crowd kept him going. In today’s world, broadcasters might have stopped the livestream and moved on, but the anticipation of capturing something groundbreaking kept the producers on air far past the official contest slot. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: On his THIRTHEENTH attempt, with the crowd on the edge of their seats and fellow skaters cheering him on—1 spin… 2 spins… another half spin…—Hawk finally stuck the landing and rode away. The crowd erupted in cheers, Dan and I included, and his fellow competitors rushed to congratulate him. It was a historic achievement that transcended the sport. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Tony Hawk's 900 was more than just a personal victory; it was a milestone for skateboarding and a symbol of human capability. Similar to the 4-minute mile, it created a paradigm shift in what was previously thought possible, in skating and beyond. It demonstrated the spirit of skateboarding: that seemingly impossible feats could be reached with perseverance, grit, and tenacity. There's no shot clock or timer in this sport, the true game is off the field, after the contest, on your 13th attempt. That moment changed my life, so it's a story that impacts my story. Ironically, I had the opportunity to speak on the topic of storytelling at the X Games this year, and this truly dramatic narrative is tough to beat. A good story provokes emotion, triggering areas of the brain that increase memory retention. I know I’ll never forget that moment or those emotions. Anyone else? 🙌 #XGames #TonyHawk #900 #Storytelling #Skateboarding

In writing this week's YELLOWPIKE MEDIA newsletter, I learned that Art used to be an Olympic sport between 1912 and 1948! Olympic Splatoon could bring that back. 😉 Personally, I'd like to see Olympic Spiritfarer, which combines sailing, cooking, and mind-reading. Plus, you'd get to dance in a thunderstorm. Check out more Olympic Video Game suggestions below, and sign up for the YPM newsletter to get handpicked articles every other week: https://lnkd.in/gVagczyg #influencermarketing #newsletter #olympics

Motorized wheel-on-a-pole sticks it to electric skateboards🔥 If you sometimes want an electric boost while skateboarding, but don't want an electric skateboard, then you might like REM. It's essentially a handheld "power stick" that works completely independent of the user's board. The setup has a top speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) along with a complete lack of brakes💡 Would you like to try it? ________ If you enjoy my content follow me Peter Berkel for more in the future! #socialmedia #linkedin #digitalmarketing #marketing #branding #personalbranding #motivation #whatinspiresme #creativity

Takeaway: Skateboarding is a creativity hack for marketing pros! 😎 Share your thoughts or experiences on how you maximize your online store setup! #MarketingMagic #OnlineStoreSuccess #CreativeThinking Email us at info@brianbaccus.net #bbbrands #brianbaccusbrands

For many people skateboarding is an enigma; is it a sport, a form of transport, or way of expressing creativity? If you’re a skateboarder it’s most probably all of the above. But if you’re not a skateboarder then this report is a great way to build an understanding of the impact skateboarding has, who does it, and why they skate - you might be surprised. Well done the SBNZ team and everyone involved in putting this together.