Physical Literacy Through Frisbee
Much of my skill in frisbee was developed before I ever threw my first disc – growing up as a multi-sport athlete.
Adventures, Frisbee, and Failing Forward
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Frisbee Rob and Sailor Halftime Show
Frisbee Rob and Sailor broke the record for the Longest Catch at a Live Sporting Event when they had a 109 yard throw & catch at the Stamps halftime show.
7 Reasons Disc Golf is Better Than (Ball) Golf
I love golf. Which by extension means I love disc golf too because in many ways it’s the same sport, but instead of hitting a ball into a hole, you throw a disc into a basket.
Latest Posts
We Need to do Better for the Kids
Today was a great day because I spent it speaking to kids and teaching frisbee. The kids were in Kindergarten to Grade 6 including a class with autistic students. I…
Ice Castles and Frisbee on Ice
Today was my first on-ice session at Hawrelak Park since I broke two Guinness World Records at the 2015 Silver Skate Festival on February 14, 2015. The ice was a…
Speed Skater Gym Workout Day 2
Today was another gym session because it’s too warm to skate so I took full advantage by doing the Day 2 workout from https://www.exercise.com/workout-plans/speed-skating-workout-plan.
Hockey Skates or Figure Skates?
Growing up as a figure skater and later getting into hockey, I’ve been skating for pretty much my entire life. I also raced a figure skater when I was in…
Bittersweet Training Day
Today was a bittersweet day. A few days ago, my favourite uncle passed away and the initial shock wore off today so I was very emotional before training. He was…
Random Encounters During Frisbee on Ice Training
During training, we met Mike, a resident of Calgary, who first played frisbee 40 years ago in California! It was his first time out of the house in 4 weeks…
Speed Skater Gym Workout Day 1
I took the day off from on ice training and instead went to the gym to get in a speed skater workout. My on ice training sessions are going great…
Teaching Others How to Skate
I had another great training day on ice! But something I observed today is that a lot of people don’t know how to teach their kids how to skate –…
Jennie’s First Ice Training Session
This was the first on-ice training session for Jennie, after having just returned from vacation. She caught on quickly and got quite a few catches for both MTA and TRC.…
Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids
How does the wind affect how a frisbee flies?
The wind is the single biggest factor in affecting how a frisbee flies. Understanding the affect wind has will help you be more confident and have more fun when throwing and catching.
Do You Need Big Muscles to Throw a Frisbee Far?
The short answer is: no, you don’t need big muscles to throw a frisbee far.
Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids
Inspired by all of the great questions from kids over the years, I’m going to be creating a series titled: “Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids”.
Why Do You Love Frisbee?
Of all the questions I get asked, why do I love frisbee is the one that comes up the most.
The Frisbee Chronicles
Aerodynamics of Artistry: Leonardo da Vinci Meets Frisbee Rob
In an extraordinary twist of fate, Frisbee Rob, armed with nothing but his trusty frisbee, embarks on a journey back in time to challenge the legendary Leonardo da Vinci!
The Airborne Duel: Frisbee Rob’s Epic Encounter with Amelia Earhart
Brace yourself for the extraordinary battle that unfolded in the boundless skies as Frisbee Rob, armed with nothing but his trusty frisbee, challenged the legendary aviator, Amelia Earhart.
The Clash of Minds: Frisbee Rob vs. Neil deGrasse Tyson
Frisbee Rob is stepping out of his comfort zone, embarking on a journey to challenge none other than the renowned astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Frisbee Rob vs The Helix Enigma
Will Rob’s frisbee precision outdo Franklin’s scientific precision? Or will Franklin’s DNA discovery outsmart Rob’s frisbee tricks?
The Geocentric Game: Frisbee Rob’s Adventure with Nicolaus Copernicus
Dive into a unique clash of perspectives as Frisbee Rob spins his disc against Nicolaus Copernicus’s celestial theories.
The Philosopher and the Frisbee: Aristotle’s Unexpected Adversary
Will Frisbee Rob’s quick wit and agile thinking be enough to outsmart the legendary Aristotle? Or will the traditional wisdom prove its timeless value?
The Cosmic Frisbee: Rob vs Hubble
Will Frisbee Rob’s unconventional thinking outsmart Hubble’s infinite wisdom? Or will Hubble’s astronomical knowledge cast a shadow over Rob’s determination?
Frisbee Rob’s Journey through Aquinas’ Mind
Rob, with his frisbee in hand, challenges Aquinas’ profound theories on God’s existence, natural law, the harmony of faith & reason, Summa Theologica, and the Doctrine of Analogy.
The Unexpected Battle between Frisbee Rob and Bill Nye the Science Guy
In a thrilling encounter that fuses the worlds of science and sports, our very own Frisbee Rob takes on the legendary Bill Nye the Science Guy.