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EXTREME SPORTS

EXTREME SPORTS

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English

9th - 12th Grade

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Hard

CCSS
6.NS.B.3, RI.11-12.5, RI.11-12.8

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Standards-aligned

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Daria Trembowska

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involves parachuting from fixed objects


"BASE" stands for four categories -Building, Antenna, Span (bridges), and Earth (cliffs)


complexity and danger due to the lower altitudes and potential obstacles


BASE jumping

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jumping from an aircraft and free-falling through the air before deploying a parachute to safely land on the ground


skydivers experience speeds of up to 193 kilometers per hour. This phase lasts about 30 to 60 seconds



There are various forms of skydiving

Skydiving

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The beginner's method where the novice is strapped to an experienced instructor.

​​Tandem Skydiving

Groups of skydivers create patterns and formations during free-fall.

Formation Skydiving

Skydivers perform acrobatic maneuvers and positions during free-fall

Freeflying

Skydivers wear a wingsuit to glide through the air before deploying their parachute.

​​Wingsuit Flying

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jumping from a high structure while connected to a large elastic cord


The experience is often described as thrilling and exhilarating. The initial free-fall creates an intense rush of adrenaline, followed by the rebound as the cord stretches and recoils.


- gained worldwide popularity and is offered at many tourist destinations. It appeals to thrill-seekers looking for a unique and intense experience.

Bungee jumping

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a recreational and competitive adventure sport involving flying a lightweight, free-flying, foot-launched glider aircraft


Paragliding offers a unique sensation of flight and the ability to enjoy scenic landscapes from the air.

It appeals to adventure seekers and those looking to experience the freedom of soaring like a bird.

Paragliding

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outdoor adventure sport that involves navigating a river or other bodies of water with turbulent conditions using an inflatable raft


White water rafting combines adventure, teamwork, and a connection with nature, making it a popular choice for thrill-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts. It offers varying levels of excitement and challenge, suitable for beginners to experienced rafters.

White water rafting

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popular winter sport where participants descend a snow-covered slope on a snowboard attached to their feet


Snowboarding offers a thrilling combination of speed, skill, and creativity, making it a favorite winter sport for many outdoor enthusiasts.


Snowboarding

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The most common style, involving riding down natural terrain, such as mountain slopes. It emphasizes versatility and adapting to various snow conditions.


Freeride

Focuses on tricks, jumps, and maneuvers in terrain parks, which are equipped with features like rails, boxes, and halfpipes.

Freestyle

Involves riding on groomed pistes with a focus on making clean, high-speed turns using a stiffer board and boots.

Alpine
Carving

Takes place in ungroomed, off-piste areas. Requires knowledge of avalanche safety and specialized equipment, such as splitboards.

Backcountry

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extreme sport and a highly specialized form of underwater diving that involves exploring underwater caves.

It combines scuba diving skills with caving techniques, requiring advanced training, equipment, and meticulous planning

Cave diving

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physical discipline and movement practice that involves navigating through obstacles in the most efficient way possible, using movements such as running, jumping, climbing, and vaulting. It emphasizes speed, efficiency, and fluidity.

Parkour

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challenging and exhilarating sport that involves ascending natural or artificial rock formations using a combination of physical and mental techniques

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an exhilarating outdoor activity that involves riding along a suspended cable or "zipline" from one point to another, typically through natural landscapes such as forests, canyons, or over water

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an exhilarating extreme sport that involves riding a specialized, gravity-powered luge sled down paved roads or steep hills at high speeds

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an adrenaline-fueled extreme sport that involves riders performing daring aerial stunts and tricks on specially designed motocross motorcycles

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an extreme sport that involves riding waves that are much larger than those typically found in regular surfing. These waves can reach heights of 6 meters or more, presenting significant challenges and dangers to surfers

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also known as kitesurfing, is an exciting water sport that combines aspects of surfing, windsurfing, and paragliding.

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an extreme sport and adventurous form of backcountry skiing or snowboarding that involves being transported by helicopter to remote mountain areas with fresh, untouched snow

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