Graines de Paix encourages you to discover a new team sport. It’s a game that particularly appeals to super-fast players who like to test the speed of their reflexes.
Tchoukball is a team sport that can be played on any surface. Two teams of 3 to 9 players alternately throw the ball against an elastic frame in such a way that the other team cannot recover it before it hits the ground.
In this game, there is no possibility of taking the ball or preventing the opposing team from shooting at the frame. After a maximum of 3 passes, the team with the ball must throw it at one of the two frames. If the other team catches it before it hits the ground, play continues.
It is therefore possible to play without direct contact between players and without the different partners being able to intercept the ball.
Contact us to take part in a demonstration session where you live. [LINK]
For the curious
Where does the word tchoukball come from?
The word comes from the sound the ball makes when it hits a frame. Its inventor, Dr. Hermann Brandt, who wanted to create a fast, exciting game with fewer injuries, drew inspiration from handball, volleyball and pelota.
How many countries does it play in?
It is practiced in many countries, including England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Argentina, Brazil, Taiwan, the USA and Canada, and the list grows longer every year.
In Switzerland, there are around 12 clubs (in the cantons of Neuchâtel, Geneva, Fribourg, Vaud, Valais and St. Gallen). Each club has around 50 players. Many schools also offer it.
Numerous tournaments are organized, as well as a Swiss tchoukball championship. International matches are also held every year. In 2007, the world championship will be held in Brazil.
Why is this game fun, adrenalin-pumping and yet not violent?
Because it’s played in a friendly, non-aggressive spirit, even between friends with different skills!
Each player is constantly in search of the beautiful game. He pushes himself to improve, is encouraged to win and realizes that he can do so without harming his fellow opponents.
It appeals to all those who like to give of themselves without having to endure competitions for prestige and pride between friends. It also appeals to those who like to give of themselves while being respected, and are prepared to do the same with other players, opponents or team-mates, whether stronger or weaker.
Interested? Contact us now for a demonstration session in your club, neighborhood or school! Girls’ teams are also available! [LINK]