1. Intro to Extreme Sports
Theme Questions:
What makes a sport extreme?
What sports are extreme sports?
Who can do extreme sports?
What are the risks of extreme sports?

2. What Makes a Sport Extreme?
High level of
physical
exertion
High speed
Extreme Sports
Highly
specialized
gear
High level
of danger
Intense
height
Spectacular
stunts

3. With Your Groups
Come up with at least five sports that can be considered “extreme” sports based on the definition below:
“Any sport featuring speed, height, danger, a high level of physical exertion, highly specialized gear, or spectacular stunts.”

4. Examples of Extreme Sports
Skateboarding
Surfing
Cliff diving
Bungee-jumping
Skydiving
Rollerblading/speed skating
Ski-jumping
Paragliding
Motocross
Diving
Ice skating
Kayaking
Mountain biking
Rock climbing
Gymnastics
Snowboarding
Competition cheerleading
Scuba diving

5. Photos

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7. Your Assignment...