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Slackline Industries is the premier brand in slacklining, providing a range of high-quality products to support the entire spectrum of slackline styles and users. We are dedicated to leading the industry in standard-setting programming and product innovations that focus on performance, safety, education, and environmentally responsible etiquette, ultimately, "Putting our Values on the..
Slackline Industries Blog
7M ago
My name is Jasmin Taylor, but most people call me “Jaz”. I compete for Great Britain on the FIS Telemark World Cup tour. Since my time as an athlete in Telemark, I have achieved 45 World Cup podiums and 4 World Championship medals which is a British record.
I started skiing on the dry ski slopes in England, and used to compete in the dry ski slope race series before I got spotted by the Director of the British Ski Academy who invited me to train away on snow. I skied on snow for the first time aged 11 but didn’t start training until I was 13 years old. During this time, I was an Alpine skier ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Slacklining is a unique and exciting activity that has gained popularity in recent years, especially among kids and teenagers. It involves balancing on a narrow, stretchy line suspended between two points, which helps to develop balance, coordination, and core strength. While it may seem like a daunting activity at first, with practice and patience, kids can quickly improve their skills and enjoy the many benefits that slacklining has to offer.
In addition to the physical benefits, slacklining can also have positive effects on a child's mental health. It can improve focus and concentrat ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Slacklining is a great activity to improve your balance, sharpen your focus, get you outside, or simply have fun with friends. But, did you know that it’s also a great tool to strengthen your core and other body parts? Here are 5 fun exercises you can add to your slackline routine.
Tricep Dips
Looking to strengthen your triceps? Perform tricep dips by following these steps:
Place your palms on the slackline, shoulder-width apart.
Put your feet shoulder width apart and slide your hips off the edge while bending your knees at a 90-degree angle.
Bend your elbows and lower yo ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Slacklining is a great activity to improve your balance, sharpen your focus, get you outside, or simply have fun with friends. But, did you know that it’s also a great tool to strengthen your core and other body parts? Here are 5 fun exercises you can add to your slackline routine.
Tricep Dips
Looking to strengthen your triceps? Perform tricep dips by following these steps:
Place your palms on the slackline, shoulder-width apart.
Put your feet shoulder width apart and slide your hips off the edge while bending your knees at a 90-degree angle.
Bend your elbows and lower yo ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
SLACKLINE ATHLETE TO RECREATE IVY BALDWIN'S HIGH-WIRE TRAVERS OF ELDORADO CANYON
ELDORADO SPRINGS, Colorado -
On October 15, to celebrate the legend of Ivy Baldwin and raise money for Eldorado Canyon State Park trail building efforts, the Action Committee for Eldorado (ACE) and Slackline Industries have teamed up to recreate Baldwin’s historic high-wire crossing of Eldorado Canyon.
“We really wanted to make a splash and help out with some much-needed trail maintenance at this amazing park,” said Slackline Industries marketing and events director Jaime Pletcher. “Ivy Baldwin has such a vi ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Being a good soccer player requires good balance, coordination, strength, agility, and endurance. All these attributes are important for player growth, skill development and confidence. Soccer requires player to be aware of their bodies, to balance and control when taking players on, jumping to win a 50/50 ball, or defending their opponents. To learn more about the benefits that slacklining brings for soccer, we interviewed the administration team at Steamboat soccer club, a club that incorporates slackline activities to help players build leg muscles, work on posture ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Who are you ?
Maude Lapointe, M.Sc. Physiotherapy from Mcgill University
Physiotherapist at Action Sport Physio in Mascouche (private clinic)
What did you study?
Bachelor of Kinesiology (University of Montreal)
Master's degree in Physical Therapy (McGill University)
What is physical therapy and why is it important?
Physical therapy, in general, is an approach that helps people regain some physical capacity. There are some people who injure themselves ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Name : Michelle Pinto
Title/ Occupation: Owner and CEO
Can you describe (briefly) what your company does?
Invictus Gymnastics and Therapy (IG&T) is a gymnasium for neurodiverse individuals. We focus on Mindfulness, Agility, and Perseverance (M.A.P.). Our job is to help individuals grow in mind and body. Our gymnastics services provide a fun, safe, and encouraging environment for all. We focus on gymnastics, social skills, understanding emotions, language development, and so much more.
What does a day in your work life look like?
Each day consists of being mindful of ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
Welcome to the Joy of Movement
We couldn't be more excited to finally announce our new look. We have been working hard here at Slackline Industries to update our look and feel. We want you to be as excited about our products as we are, and we know this new look will definitely get the stoke going with bright colours and a unique look.
We have been making slacklining products and accessories for many years and want more than ever to get new people into this wonderful sport. The smiles and laughing we see when people try out slacklining for the first time brings us a deep sense of joy. We want ..read more
Slackline Industries Blog
1y ago
1- who are you
Hi there! I'm William Fuenmayor. Born in Venezuela, currently living in Chile. I'm an architect by profession and graphic designer by vocation, I also love photography, cooking, and outdoor adventures.
2-when did you start slacklining and how did you discover that sport
I've been slacklining since early 2010, specifically tricklining. I discovered slacklining during an outdoor expo event while still in Venezuela, I tried it and really liked it. But it was only a few months later when I decided to get a slackline and start playing around.
3- why do you like it ..read more