# Coastline Extreme Balancing Brighton Slackline Club Shows off Insane Acrobatic Skills By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brighton-slackline-club References: [the189](http://the189.com/film/a-view-of-brighton-slackline-club/) & [maverickslacklines](http://www.maverickslacklines.co.uk/) For those who are extremely puzzled about the [Brighton Slackline Club](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-brighton) video, don't be, because there's reason and practicality to this unusual activity. Slacklining is a new form of activity that was first started by [skateboarders and surfers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qingdao-mixc-rooftop-skatepark) who were looking to improve their balance. Now it's become something more and has evolved into a culture and a lifestyle. The Brighton Slackline Club video shows off how the Brits practice on the beautiful coast of Brighton. A few [tricks and acrobatics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrill-seeker-mega-lift-mascara) are depicted showing that this activity is more than just walking and balancing. I'm extremely intrigued by the Brighton Slackline Club and how much more there is to slacklining than one thinks. The practice almost seems zen-like; perhaps it can be a great hobby to pick up. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Extreme Slacklining:** Opportunity exists for companies to find new ways to improve balance and acrobatics in this increasingly popular sport. - **Coastal Sports:** Companies can capitalize on the beauty of beach locations by promoting activities such as slacklining and surfing in these scenic venues. - **Lifestyle Sports:** Slacklining can be transformed from simply an activity to a lifestyle, offering opportunities for businesses to sell products and services related to the culture around it. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Gear:** Companies can market special gear designed to increase safety while slacklining and improve acrobatics performance. - **Tourism:** Tourism companies can target beach locations by offering specialized packages for individuals and groups interested in trying out this popular sport. - **Media and Entertainment:** Opportunity exists in creating TV shows or films that showcase extreme slackline performances and take the sport to a larger audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-skateboard.md) - [Rideable Sandcastle Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-sandcastle-course.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Balance Beam-Walking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadruped-robots.md) - [Rock-Climbing Work Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-climbing-gym.md) - [High Wire City Stunts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philippe-petit.md) - [Rugged All-Terrain Rollerblades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allterrain-rollerblades.md)