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10 Meetup Groups match “Extreme Sports” near Chicago, IL
Underwater WHAT? Underwater Hockey is a co-ed, non-contact, water sport played on the bottom of the pool. It is a very unique game in that it is 3-dimensional and requires you to play while holding your breath. Players wear fins, for speed, as well as masks, snorkels, and protective gloves and headgear. The sticks are short -- about one foot long -- so players can move them quickly through the water. Sticks flick and flash as players maneuver the puck on the bottom, shoot the puck past (or over …
Wheel to Wheel Karting lets racers from different locales know about a variety of "Arrive and Drive" Karting Endurance Races at various venues. This LeMans style of Kart racing has been catching on over the past few years where several team members take turns driving fast, high powered karts during a race. If you are an "A type" personality this is for you. This is an easy way to get involved testing your road course driving skills in the fun and exciting sport of endurance karting. The "Arri …
We live next to one of the largest lake in the world in a city called "the windy-city". There must be tons of people out there that love water-sports like windsurfing and kitesurfing. It is way more fun and also saver if you are on the water with a bunch of likeminded people than alone. With fellow surfers you can share tips, you can help out in case something breaks and you can have a beer and chat about the great day on the water. If you love being on the water and are either an old windsurf c …
After a year in the city and suburbs of Chicago doing extremely popular pickup games, tournaments, and full 11v11 leagues, Sports Monster FC is excited to bring our brand of the beautiful game to the great city of Milwaukee. We look forward to seeing you at one of our events. If you have any questions about the group, feel free to contact Lynn directly: Lynn@sportsmonster.net.
COME AND LEARN TO ENJOY RUNNING WITHOUT SHOES! Previously considered by many as an "extreme sport", barefoot running (BFR) is now becoming recognized as a more healthful alternative to shod running. Many "joggers" are surprised to learn that BFR is both accessible to the non-elite and enjoyable by the non-masochist! Commonly asked questions about BFR: Q: Why would I want to run barefoot? A: Because you will learn to stop "jogging" (bouncing up & down) and start RUNNING, the smooth gait evolu …
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Ever want to rappel down a wall SWAT style? How about building your own zip line from treetop to treetop? Or going straight up a vertical cliff without having to use rock climbing techniques? If you like to hang in thin air, then this is the group for you! This group exists to promote two primary goals - rope access and aid climbing.
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Rope access is typically used in industry and is not commonly taught to the general public. Rope …
Feed the passion of paintball, free the gunfighter in you. This is the home of the CHICAGO GUNFIGHTERS. We will be organizing get togethers for open play sessions at various fields, as well as private events. All players are welcome regardless of sKILL levels. Meet and network with other players in your area. Post and sell your old gear. Note: paintball is an inherently dangerous activity, and Chicago Gunfighters assumes no liability for injuries obtained during your participation.
Northeast Illinios / Southern Wisconsin SCUBA Club. We welcome divers of all skill level.
WHAT IS DRAGON BOAT RACING? Coined as the “ultimate team sport”, dragon boat racing is the world’s fastest growing water sport. This 2,500-year old Chinese sport involves 20 team members paddling in unison to a drummer’s beat in a long, narrow boat decorated at the bow and stern with a dragon’s head and tail. Dragon Boat racing is recognized for the camaraderie, strength and endurance fostered among the participants and has become extremely popular as a team-building activity. Dragon boat races …
KunTao Silat is a Indonesian/Chinese/ Dutch/American martial art designed to serve the whole person, Mind, Body and Spirit. KunTao Silat is a direct, practical form of self defense forged in one of the most violent crucibles known to man. It is not based on theory, but on the skills passed on by those who survived in an environment where war, piracy, religious extremism and violent crime were every day events. These skills are simple, direct and profound because they had to be! KunTao Silat inc …
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