IJA 2019 - Fort Wayne: Full Schedule

72nd Annual International Jugglers’ Association Festival
June 24-30, 2019
Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA

10:00am EDT

Open Juggling in Gym

Come on in!

The gym opens at 10am for a day of free juggling! No wristbands, no fees, no problem! Anyone and everyone is welcome to come to the Grand Wayne Convention Center and get the week started with some juggling and meeting friends as we gather for a great week in Fort Wayne.

Pre-registerd jugglers will be able to pick up their registration packets at about 1pm.

Monday June 24, 2019 10:00am - Tuesday June 25, 2019 9:00am EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

1:00pm EDT

Registration Packet Pick-Up

Registration materials will be available for pick-up for all PER-REGISTERED jugglers with Festival Event Packages. Bring your photo ID, and sign a liability waiver form, then head over to the IJA Registration desk in the Gym to pick up your packet.

Monday June 24, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

7:30pm EDT

Challenge Night

Kick off the week with this new event. Try to juggle some of the weirdest and most difficult juggling props ever created or try a large group juggling pattern to set a new world record.

Monday June 24, 2019 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

9:00am EDT

IJA Registration Desk Open

Register on-site or pick up your event package if you're pre-registered. You can also renew your IJA membership, buy tickets to the extra shows in the Grand Wayne Convention Center, pick up your festival t-shirt, and get help and answers for your festival week.

Tuesday June 25, 2019 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

10:00am EDT

Meet and Greet for 1st time IJA Attendees

Hold on tight because you are in for an action packed week! But first, meet some other jugglers who are at their first IJA too. If you are a parent of a juggler, meet other parents. Come with questions. Leave with answers.

Exhibitors

Cheryl Sayers

Sport Juggling Co., LLC

Juggling props

Tuesday June 25, 2019 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Meeting

10:00am EDT

3 Ball Esoterica 101

Artists

Jackie Erickson

Tuesday June 25, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Exploring Ballroom Dance Steps While Passing Clubs

I've been taking ballroom dance lessons for a year and a half now. As a juggler and club passer, I guess it's only natural that I'd want to combine the two, in some way. After all, doing the box step is very much the same timing as doing a three-count passing pattern, etc. So this class, will be just what the title says, experimentations. After working on paying attention to the timing of our juggling, and timing to music, we will incorporate the dance steps. I will go over the basic dance steps that we will be connecting with our club passing.

Artists

Kathy Doutt

Tuesday June 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Factory Variations with 3 Balls

3 Ball Factory/Machine Variations: Come to this class if you would like to learn one of the all-time classic 3 ball tricks. Already know it? No problem! There are TONS of great variations for every skill level--I guarantee you will walk away with a new trick, as well as a new appreciation for the many applications of this technique (hint: there are 4-5-6 ball variations out there….).

Artists

Matt Hall

Matt Hall began his juggling habit at the tender age of 27, after he purchased Charlie Dancey's Encyclopaedia of Ball Juggling and vowed to learn every trick in the book.Known as the “Juggle Sensei”, he has garnered several awards, including the International Jugglers’ Association... Read More →

Tuesday June 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

11:00am EDT

How to Juggle/Improve on 5 Balls

This workshop is intended for anyone who is looking to learn the basic 5 ball cascade and improve upon their already-developed form for the cascade. Participants should have their 3 and 4 ball basic patterns already mastered. A notebook or device to take notes with is recommended, but certainly not required.

Artists

Mark Fiore

Workshop Instructor

I’m from Eau Claire, Wisconsin and have been juggling for about 11 years. I don’t have an incredibly unique style to my juggling, but I do strive for cleanliness and consistency in everything that I practice, and I try to pass that on to my workshop students.

Tuesday June 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Beginner/Intermediate Cigar Boxes

Are you new to cigar boxes? Do you have some of the basics down, but are looking to increase your skill level? We will examine the art of cigar boxing, practice some basic moves, and work on some drills that will prepare you to move on to the more advanced skills.

Artists

Sean Haddow

I am a hobby juggler who has played with cigar boxes for more than 20 years.

Beginner Intermediate boxes doc

Tuesday June 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

12:00pm EDT

Beginning Club Passing, and a Method for Teaching Club Passing

Learn to PASS CLUBS. If you can JUGGLE three [3] clubs...I'll have you passing clubs before the end of this workshop! Or, LEARN how to TEACH someone to PASS CLUBS. I've got a method which breaks the act of PASSING CLUBS down into minute elements. I'll teach you those elements and you'll be teaching CLUB PASSING in a miraculous fashion.

Artists

Louis Kruk

Tuesday June 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner, Beginner

12:00pm EDT

Introduction to Multiplex Throws

Artists

Matan Presberg

Tuesday June 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

XJuggling

Watch as some of the top jugglers at the festival push the limits of what’s possible or sign up and be a part of the fun.

Tuesday June 25, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

1:00pm EDT

Visit Fort Wayne Information Booth

Check out all there is to see, do, eat and drink in Fort Wayne! Friendly volunteers from the Visit Fort Wayne tourism office will be staffing an information booth in the gym near the IJA registration desk this afternoon, with downtown maps, dining guides and much more. Get your questions answered, get tips on great places to visit and dine, and learn about all of the fun things going on in Fort Wayne this week!

Tuesday June 25, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

3:00pm EDT

5x Jugglers

5x Jugglers support each other and those learning 5 balls.

Artists

Bradley Harris

Workshop Instructor

“5x Jugglers” meet to support each other and those learning 5 balls.

5x Program pdf

Tuesday June 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:00pm EDT

Basic Club Tricks

Once your basic cascade pattern starts to settle down, it is time to add a few tricks to your repertoire. Each trick is broken down into easy to practice segments. You will learn the basics and timing of each trick with one club, and how to add the new movement to your juggling pattern. I will demonstrate each trick, and then walk around the group fixing individual problems. These tricks are building blocks for more complicated tricks that you'll eventually want to learn. The tricks presented will include under the leg, over the top, behind the back, various doubles, flourishes, under the arm, and thumb rolls.

Artists

Don Lewis

I learned to juggle late in life and I like helping other learn to juggle a lot faster than I learned. I've been on the IJA Board, both as a member and as IJA Chair. I have edited the IJA eNewsletter for the last dozen years. Outside of juggling I sail, ski, cycle, and spent most... Read More →

Tuesday June 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

3:00pm EDT

Creating Sequences

Artists

Jon Udry

Tuesday June 25, 2019 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced, Advanced

4:00pm EDT

Don't Pick Up - Kick Up!

This workshop teaches beginning and intermediate club kickups: European, American, and introduction to using them in juggling. Bring three juggling clubs to the workshop.

Artists

Jeff Olmstead

I have been a hobby juggler for 35 years and IJA member since 1995. This is my 15th IJA festival, including every one since 2010 (and two Las Vegas IJA winter festivals at the Showboat Hotel! Remember those?) I enjoy teaching juggling and object manipulation.

Beginning Club kick ups IJA 2019 doc

Tuesday June 25, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Mathematically-Minded Creativity

Title: Mathematically-Minded Creativity

Description: How can we use a simple mathematical framework to generate “creative” ideas?

Intensity: Intermediate

Duration: 40 minutes (approximately)

Artists

Andrew Olson

Instagram: https://instagram.com/noslowerdnaYouTube: https://youtube.com/noslowerdnaFacebook: https://facebook.com/nofasterdna

Tuesday June 25, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

4:30pm EDT

Memes and Sh!tposting

Artists

Sam Malcolm

Heavyweight juggling balls

Tuesday June 25, 2019 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner, Beginner

7:30pm EDT

The Anti-Gravity Juggling Revue

Start the festival off right with the delightfully entertaining opening show of the week, The Anti-Gravity Revue Juggling Show. Featuring high quality talent and humor from American and international performers, and hosted by the hilarious and amazing Steve Rawlings. The cast boasts an international lineup of headliners including Jon Udry, The Kalvan Family, Tony Steinbach, Aaron Bonk, Dominique Rabideau and Matthew Tiffany. This show kicks of the IJA week with dazzling performances and hysterical comedy!

Tuesday June 25, 2019 7:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Embassy Theatre

Show

11:00pm EDT

Juggling Film Festival

Extra Show – $10 -- It’s a night at the movies as juggling-themed short films make their debut and a winner is chosen by the audience.

Tuesday June 25, 2019 11:00pm - Wednesday June 26, 2019 12:30am EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Extra Show

9:00am EDT

IJA Registration Desk Open

Wednesday June 26, 2019 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

10:00am EDT

Fun and Simple Club Passing Patterns for 3, 4, 5, and 6 Jugglers

HEY...come and do some FUN & SIMPLE CLUB PASSING PATTERNS with us for a couple of hours. You'll know some of the patterns, you'll learn some, you'll have fun passing, learning, & helping others. It will be just like an evening at our JUGGLING CLUB...doing a bundle of patterns & incorporating everyone who shows up to play.

Artists

Louis Kruk

Wednesday June 26, 2019 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Intro to Whip Cracking

This workshop will cover the basics of how to crack a bullwhip, including technique, safety, equipment education and etiquette. If you have your own whip, please bring it. However, there will be extra whips on hand for use. Please bring eye protection (sun glasses, safety goggles, etc.).

Artists

Aaron Bonk

I am a full-time professional entertainer who has been juggling for over 31 years and cracking whips for over 18 years. I have 3 Guinness World Records in whip artistry, 2 of which are for whip juggling.

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

Slapjack! Linking Hand Clapping Games to Siteswap Juggling

I will explain how to notate and create hand clapping games, like "patty cake".
Then I'll show how to add balls to it!
Good for non-jugglers to siteswap masters.

Artists

Jack Kalvan

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

Why You Need to Be at IJA 2020 in El Paso

Were you one of the folks who took a pass on IJA in 2016, and missed an awesome week in El Paso, Texas? Maybe you've heard your friends talking about how great El Paso was for our festival destination, how amazing all the venues were, and what a safe, fun and comfortable time they had downtown during the week.

Well, IJA is returning to El Paso for next year's festival in 2020, and you can learn all about the great new improvements and additions to the downtown since our last visit. IJA Festival Site Coordinator Mike Sullivan will be showing-and-telling all about El Paso, the beautiful facilities we will be using, and more reasons why you should make plans NOW to be there then!

Even if you're already planning to go next year, and/or were there with us in 2016, stop by to see all that's new in El Paso for 2020!

Artists

Mike Sullivan

Festival Advisor, Int'l Jugglers' Assoc.

I'm a hobbyist juggler and IJA member since 1988. My first fest was St. Louis 1991, and I've only missed two since: Lexington and Madison. I've also held numerous volunteer jobs for the IJA, including Festival Director (2009 and 2011), Memberships Director (2004-2008), Future Festival... Read More →

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

Numbers Championships Sign-Ups

Sign-up for qualifications in the IJA Numbers Championships at the Numbers table in the gym

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

12:00pm EDT

3 Rings Beginner-ish

Learn to juggle 3 rings, or learn 3 ring tricks

Artists

Drew Bob Ford

Wednesday June 26, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

12:00pm EDT

Club Manipulation

This workshop looks in detail at club manipulation techniques such as body rolls and contact - covering some standard moves as well as more challenging patterns. Learn and understand club manipulation principles that allow you to get creative with the technique and make up your own moves.

Artists

Anni Küpper

Wednesday June 26, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Individual Prop Competition

Come see jugglers attempting to claim the title as the top at the festival with their specialty prop.

Wednesday June 26, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

2:00pm EDT

IJA Board of Directors Election Voting Begins

Vote for the new IJA Board of Directors! We have three candidates seeking to fill three open seats this year. This is your chance to have a voice in the direction and leadership of your Association. The election table will be set up in the gym, and voting continues until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting. Bring a photo ID with you to vote -- ages 13 and up!

Wednesday June 26, 2019 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

3:00pm EDT

Knot a Workshop

Introduction to knot throwing. Some rope will be available, but you can bring your own: a 3' - 4' length of 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" double-braided (or solid braid) nylon-polypropylene available at Home Depot is best for these knots.

Artists

Jeff Olmstead

Wednesday June 26, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:00pm EDT

5 Ball Siteswap Theory & Improving Your Siteswap Technique

This workshop is intended to communicate various ways to improve your siteswap technique with 5 balls, in addition to demonstrations of these concepts in certain 5 ball siteswaps. The workshop mainly covers 'theory' in terms of siteswaps, without any certain siteswap being explicitly taught here. Essentially, you will be given the tools to succeed at whatever present and future siteswap ventures your heart may desire. A notebook or device to take notes with is recommended, but certainly not required.

Artists

Mark Fiore

Workshop Instructor

Wednesday June 26, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

3:00pm EDT

Ball Control Exercises

Title: Ball Control Exercises

Description: This workshop will cover a variety of exercises for improving your dexterity and control, in the context of ball juggling.

Intensity: Intermediate

Duration: 50 minutes (approximately)

Artists

Andrew Olson

Instagram: https://instagram.com/noslowerdnaYouTube: https://youtube.com/noslowerdnaFacebook: https://facebook.com/nofasterdna

Wednesday June 26, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

3:00pm EDT

Annual General Meeting

Meet the IJA Board candidates and learn the most recent happenings in the IJA!

Wednesday June 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Meeting

4:00pm EDT

Claymotion Juggling

Artists

Taylor Glenn

Wednesday June 26, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Japanese Cigar Box Tricks: Vertical Shuffle Stacks & More

Japanese Cigar Box Tricks--Vertical Shuffle Stacks & More: Jin Suzuki’s 2014 video, 3 Boxes Juggling, represents the first real record of this technique. Certainly Jin and other Japanese jugglers had been developing the tricks prior to this time, but his video really showcased the new school of box manipulation, all without the standard up-and-down, knee-heavy movements that had defined box techniques up to this point. Come to this workshop if you want to look at boxes in a whole new way, and learn some gorgeous looking tricks in the bargain. We will cover some of the content of my IJA Tutorial Video (link below), as well as bonus content. Matt Hall's IJA Tutorial Video

Artists

Matt Hall

Wednesday June 26, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

4:00pm EDT

Numbers Techniques for Training

Ball numbers workshop focusing on techniques to help you qualify or flash the next number. Including tips for form, breathing and mindset.

Ideally attendees will have started to work on at least 8 or more balls and would like to progress further. You're welcome to attend at a lower level but the content may be less applicable!

Artists

Tom Whitfield

Wednesday June 26, 2019 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced

7:30pm EDT

Go With The Flow Juggling Show

If it flows, if it glows, it goes in this amazing show of flow, contact and glow prop juggling and manipulation. See some of the world's best flow and contact performers in a spectacular setting during this unique show.

Wednesday June 26, 2019 7:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Embassy Theatre

Show

11:00pm EDT

AA/NA Meeting for Jugglers

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00pm - Thursday June 27, 2019 12:00am EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Meeting

11:00pm EDT

Club Renegade

Anything (and everything!) can happen at this late-night open stage for jugglers. See tricks you won't even be able to describe the next morning, performed on stage in an intimate cabaret atmosphere. Full bar and bar food on hand to quench your thirst and hunger. Stay up late and see some of the craziest things of the whole week! Best of all, it's FREE! Club Renegade takes place in the Legacy Ballroom, between the Courtyard's lobby and guest elevators on the main level.

Wednesday June 26, 2019 11:00pm - Thursday June 27, 2019 1:00am EDT
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown at Grand Wayne Convention Center

Show

9:00am EDT

IJA Registration Desk Open

Thursday June 27, 2019 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

10:00am EDT

3 Rings Advanced Tricks

3 ring tricks beyond the basics

Artists

Drew Bob Ford

Thursday June 27, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

10:30am EDT

Brunch Sponsored by iiWii

This is the fourth annual festival brunch, generously sponsored by iiWii.

Brunch is included in the Event Packages for all pre-registered jugglers who purchased a full Event Package. It is NOT included in Vendor Event Packages or daily gym passes. You must present your valid Brunch Voucher (included in your registration packet) at the door to be admitted to the brunch. Your brunch voucher is good for ONE PLATE OF FOOD, which must be consumed inside the brunch venue. No packages, luggage or backpacks can be brought inside the brunch venue. Brunch vouchers can be purchased at the IJA registration desk for $20 each, quantities limited.

Thursday's menu: Southern Style Breakfast! Eggs, Bacon, Potatoes, Gravy, Chicken and Waffles, Pecan and Cinnamon Rolls, plus breakfast pastries, juice, coffee, water and tea.

Thursday June 27, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown at Grand Wayne Convention Center

Brunch

10:30am EDT

Planting the Juggling Seed

The Planting the Juggling Seed Show is the IJA’s opportunity to share juggling with the residents of Fort Wayne. Come see a wonderful cast of performers demonstrate their world-class juggling skills, and then lead the children and parents in the audience through a fun, life-changing learn-to-juggle workshop. Free admission, and the Library is just steps away from the Grand Wayne Center!

Thursday June 27, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Allen County Public Library

Show

11:00am EDT

Advanced Poi Juggling for Poi Jugglers

Artists

Chris Kelly

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced, Advanced

11:00am EDT

4/5/6 Ball Multiplex Tricks

We will start with basic two-ball technique for throwing and catching, and then scaffold up to 3 ball practice and the full 4 ball tricks. Again, a medium, mild and spicy variation will be presented for each trick. so it doesn't matter if you're a beginner or advanced--you will walk away with new, fun tricks. 5 & 6 Ball Variations will be demonstrated and discussed with time permitting.

Artists

Matt Hall

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Juggling Technique from an Instant Juggler

Artists

Matthew Tiffany

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

11:30am EDT

Numbers Championships Sign-Ups

Sign-up for qualifications in the IJA Numbers Championships at the Numbers table in the gym

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

12:00pm EDT

Dealing with Drops

Artists

Steve Rawlings

Thursday June 27, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

12:00pm EDT

"Easy" 3 Ball Box Variations

You can do box, maybe a couple variations. What comes next? This workshop!

Artists

Mike Moore

Thursday June 27, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Consciousness of the Hands in Juggling

Artists

Bill Barr

Thursday June 27, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Multi-tasking Skills Combination Tricks

Artists

Matthew Tiffany

Thursday June 27, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Stretching for Jugglers

By popular demand.

Artists

Chloe Somers Wall

Thursday June 27, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

1:00pm EDT

Whip Tossing/Juggling

This workshop will cover techniques in the recently growing field of whip tosses and catches, including the foundations necessary for 3 whip juggling. It will help if you have experience cracking whips already, but all are welcome to attend. Please bring eye protection (sun glasses, safety goggles, etc.).

Artists

Aaron Bonk

Thursday June 27, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

1:30pm EDT

3 Club Shoulder Rolls

3 club shoulder rolls (first popularized by Lauge Benjaminsen and others in the early 2010s era) is a trick with 3 clubs where the club is thrown/pushed onto the shoulder and then bounced off of the juggler's upper back and smoothly back into the 3 club pattern. I previously made a YouTube tutorial on this trick circa 2012 or so, but my teaching methods for the trick have certainly improved, and I'm eager to show them to you! No notebook required :)

Artists

Mark Fiore

Workshop Instructor

Thursday June 27, 2019 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

2:00pm EDT

Albert Lucas Presentation

Watch and listen as world champion juggler and athlete Albert Lucas talks about juggling, his incredible 50-year career, and his work in promoting juggling and fitness around the world.

Thursday June 27, 2019 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Extra Show

3:00pm EDT

Dream It Do It: Inspiring Others

Come be inspired! Sammie will tell you about her buddy bench project and then brainstorm ways you can use juggling to inspire and make a difference! Fun Stations set up too! Can you juggle a plastic cap? Come and try

Artists

Sammie & Heidi Vance

Do It Dream It handout for IJA workshop docx

Thursday June 27, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:00pm EDT

Intro to 360, 720, and 1080 Degree Spins

Artists

Ethan Brain

Thursday June 27, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:00pm EDT

Funky Five Ball Tricks

I've compiled some of the funkiest and most obscure five ball tricks from all over the world, and I want to share them with others. Even if you're still working on your five ball cascade, you will walk away with at least one new trick, and many more ideas for future explorations.

Artists

Matt Hall

Thursday June 27, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

4:00pm EDT

Juggling History Q&A

Artists

David Cain

Thursday June 27, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Knot Another Workshop

This is an extension of Knot a Workshop. Attendence at the first workshop is not required. Different and somewhat more intricate knots will be taught today. Bring a necktie if you have one. If not, there is a thrift store just a short walk south on Calhoun St.

Artists

Jeff Olmstead

Thursday June 27, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Chops with clubs

Chops is a fascinating pattern to watch, and can be infuriating to learn. It is really hard to see how it is done just by watching, unless you already know how. Lots of otherwise good jugglers just grab clubs out of the air and call that chops. The essential movement to know is under the arm column throws. That is covered in the Basic Club Tricks workshop. Chops is an evolution of that basic trick with some very precise timing that is quite easy to learn. You will learn each segment of chops, and how to put it all together in a perfectly controlled pattern. It really can be easier than it looks.

Artists

Don Lewis

Thursday June 27, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

4:00pm EDT

Introduction to Circlespace

Title: Introduction to Circlespace

Description: In this workshop, we'll explore a handful of modern 3 ball pattern construction concepts incorporating full arm extension and subtle time distortion.

Intensity: Intermediate

Duration: 45 minutes (approximately)

Artists

Andrew Olson

Instagram: https://instagram.com/noslowerdnaYouTube: https://youtube.com/noslowerdnaFacebook: https://facebook.com/nofasterdna

Thursday June 27, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

7:30pm EDT

Stage Championships

The best jugglers on earth come to the spectacular Embassy Theatre stage to compete for the world championships of juggling and earn IJA's gold medal. Be there as new champions are made in Youth, Teams and Individuals categories. Matt Henry hosts this incredible night of thrills and astounding skills, where juggling history is made.

Thursday June 27, 2019 7:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
Embassy Theatre

Competition

11:00pm EDT

AA/NA Meeting for Jugglers

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:00pm - Friday June 28, 2019 12:00am EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Meeting

11:00pm EDT

Club Renegade

Thursday June 27, 2019 11:00pm - Friday June 28, 2019 1:00am EDT
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown at Grand Wayne Convention Center

Show

9:00am EDT

IJA Registration Desk Open

Friday June 28, 2019 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

10:00am EDT

3 Ball Esoterica 102

Artists

Jackie Erickson

Friday June 28, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

10:30am EDT

Brunch Sponsored by iiWii

This is the fourth annual festival brunch, generously sponsored by iiWii.

Brunch is included in the Event Packages for all pre-registered jugglers who purchased a full Event Package. It is NOT included in Vendor Event Packages or daily gym passes. You must present your valid Brunch Voucher (included in your registration packet) at the door to be admitted to the brunch. Your brunch voucher is good for ONE PLATE OF FOOD, which must be consumed inside the brunch venue. No packages, luggage or backpacks can be brought inside the brunch venue. Brunch vouchers can be purchased at the IJA registration desk for $20 each, quantities limited.

Friday's menu: Cowboy's Breakfast! Ham, Scrambled Eggs, Pepper Gravy, Biscuits - two styles: jalapeno cheddar, and buttermilk; Hash browned potatoes - two styles: chorizo, onion & peppers; and cheese, Chef's Choice of Pastries, Whole Fruit, Coffee, Decaf, Tea, Pitchers of Juice and Water.

Friday June 28, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown at Grand Wayne Convention Center

Brunch

10:30am EDT

Destination El Paso 2020

Stop by the El Paso 2020 information table and talk to JD from Destination El Paso to find out all about why next year's fest in El Paso is not to be missed! El Paso is truly a perfect city for our festival, with world-class facilities, extremely friendly and welcoming people, super places to eat and drink, and all of it in a super safe, clean, walkable downtown! Take it from those of us who were there in 2016 -- El Paso is perfect for our 2020 festival! Stop by and find out why!

Friday June 28, 2019 10:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

11:00am EDT

The ABC Tour

A talk about a project called the ABC Tour. The ABC Tour is a tour like no other; 26 different shows in 26 different locations, one for each letter of the alphabet. Hear about the inconvenience of performing at a Roller disco, or the unexpected discoveries of performing at a Naturist’s resort. There were good times and there were bad times. From performing in rainforest conditions covered in ants, to surviving a 20 minute show in the snow at -10 degrees celsius. Jon tells the true story from A to Z.

Artists

Jon Udry

Friday June 28, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

3 Ball Freezes

3 Ball Freeze Variations: This technique arose out of the West Coast cigar box scene in the 90’s and was then re-discovered, refined, and popularized in Japan in the early 2000’s. There is so much unexplored territory here, as well as some classic tricks that will have you saying, “Oh, that’s THE TRICK I’ve always wanted to learn!” Come to the workshop and breathe new life into your 3-ball juggling.

Artists

Matt Hall

Friday June 28, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Complex Cascades: An Introduction to (4x, 2)* Rhythms

Artists

Lucy Eden

Friday June 28, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

11:00am EDT

Exploring Ballroom Dance Steps While Passing Clubs - Part 2

Hopefully you've had a chance to work in the gym between the first class and this class, incorporating dance steps we went over Tuesday with juggling, and ultimately passing. We will work on that more and then as time allows, introduce another dance in this session.

Artists

Kathy Doutt

Friday June 28, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate, Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Flower Sticks For Everyone

Learn basic flower stick patterns or more advanced tricks!

Artists

Greg Samuel

Friday June 28, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

12:00pm EDT

Professional Juggler Discussion Panel

Join Dan, Jonathan, and others for a discussion on how to build a successful career doing what you love. Even if what you love is juggling.

Artists

Daniel Holzman

Jonathan Wee

Josh Horton

Steve Rawlings

Friday June 28, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

12:00pm EDT

Intermediate And Advanced Cigar Box Juggling

Artists

Liam Halstead

Friday June 28, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Ring and Hoop Juggling: Bramson Variations

Artists

Kathrin Wagner

Friday June 28, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Silent Auction

The Auction is back! It’s a silent auction this time, and you can bid on amazing items to help support the IJA and all we do around the world to promote juggling.

Friday June 28, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

1:00pm EDT

Creating Comedy Juggling Routines

Artists

Daniel Holzman

Friday June 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Luke Wilson Spin Control for Clubs

Club Spin Control by Luke Wilson (taught by Matt Hall): Luke Wilson taught this workshop for years before passing away in 2012, and after much research and discussion with many friends and contemporaries of Luke, Matt Hall has re-constructed his sequence of instruction and some of the various exercises he used in teaching students to control spin, as well as methods of correction for when a club was over/under-spun. Added together, these exercises pave the way to some amazing tricks in their own right, and definitely will broaden the student’s general club technical vocabulary.

Artists

Matt Hall

Friday June 28, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Visit Fort Wayne Information Booth

Friday June 28, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

1:00pm EDT

Numbers Championships

Many of the world’s top numbers jugglers will be attempting to break records as they try to juggle the most balls, rings, clubs, and bounce balls.

Friday June 28, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

2:00pm EDT

3 Ball Creative Jam

This purpose of this workshop is to spread ideas around the juggling community. Participants will be given the chance to share a trick, or idea that they have come up with in the past year. Then, they will have a few minutes to teach it to everyone, and receive even more ideas on how to expand it.

The tricks should be interesting and unique, and at any difficulty level. Although presenting something isn't required, it will improve everyone else's experience. The workshop is marked as difficult, because participants will learn and expand on a new 3 ball trick in just a few minutes. You are welcome to show up just to learn and not participate.

Artists

Boris Georgiev

Friday June 28, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced

2:00pm EDT

How to Be Logically Creative Livestream

Livestream Broadcast from the UK!
Lewis and I (Felix) will be talking about how to be logically creative in Part 1 of 4 livestreams being broadcast to you on Facebook!
We will be covering how to use the 'Drag and Drop' method effectively in your practise sessions, as well as creating new tricks using
a random system.
We are really looking forward to sharing this with you, and we'll see you on Friday at 2pm!

Artists

Felix Sürbe

Lewis Kennedy

Felix and Lewis jpg

Friday June 28, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

2:00pm EDT

4 Boxes and More

This workshop will explore making the transition from juggling 3 cigar boxes to using 4 boxes and more.

Artists

Sean Haddow

I am a hobby juggler who has played with cigar boxes for more than 20 years.

Intro to 4 Boxes and More doc

Friday June 28, 2019 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

3:00pm EDT

Introduction to Hat Juggling

Artists

Dominique Rabideau

Friday June 28, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:00pm EDT

2 Count (On Average) Passing

Learn 2-person 6-club passing patterns that are all mathematically 2-count, even if they might not feel that way at all! Prerequisites: 3-count passing, passing a diagonal single.

Artists

James Koschella

2019workshop pdf

Friday June 28, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

3:00pm EDT

3 Club Traps: Twists and Hook Shots

Artists

Jeremiah Johnston

Friday June 28, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

4:00pm EDT

Fight Night - Prelims

Preliminary competition for anyone wanting to qualify to compete in Fight Night finals tonight at 11pm.

Friday June 28, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

4:00pm EDT

Steps Toward Inverted Sprung Cascade

How to add another ball to inverted box. Participants should be able to do inverted box.
What's inverted sprung cascade? It's the pattern shown here (not the trick): https://www.instagram.com/p/BtjaAUbg-hx/

Artists

Mike Moore

Steps Toward Inverted Sprung Cascade docx

Friday June 28, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced

4:00pm EDT

Juggling Videography Tips and Advice

Artists

Taylor Glenn

Friday June 28, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Marketing According to an Artist and a Businessperson: Marketing Best Practices

Roundtable discussion about the business of juggling for a living

Artists

Afton Benson

Thom Wall

Friday June 28, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

4:00pm EDT

Passing Madness: Right- & Left-Handed Club Passing Patterns

SJRI (Martin, Rick and NeilFred) will teach a few related both-handed club-passing patterns with different levels of difficulty so that everyone has something challenging to work on.

Artists

Martin Frost

Friday June 28, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

5:00pm EDT

Trolling with Sam

Artists

Sam Malcolm

Heavyweight juggling balls

Friday June 28, 2019 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner, Beginner

7:00pm EDT

Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. South Bend Cubs @ Parkview Field

Want a fun, family-friendly night out on the town that ISN'T juggling? Why not take in a baseball game at Fairview Field, one of the most beautiful new ballparks in the country? The field is just steps away from our IJA festival venues, and the Fort Wayne Tincaps will be playing the South Bend Cubs in this Class A Affiliate night game. There are several promotions happening for the game, including a fabulous post-game fireworks display! Come on our to the ballpark and root for the local team, the Fort Wayne Tincaps! Visit tincaps.com for complete details and to buy tickets, or just walk up to the ticket office during game time -- there isn't a bad seat in the park!

Friday June 28, 2019 7:00pm - 10:30pm EDT
Parkview Field

Competition, Minor League Baseball Game

7:30pm EDT

Game Show Night

Laugh and cheer for your favorite teams of jugglers as they compete in juggling-themed versions of popular television game shows. (Extra Show – $5)

Friday June 28, 2019 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
Anthony Wayne Ballroom - Grand Wayne Center

Extra Show

11:00pm EDT

Fight Night

Cheer on your friends as they battle to see who is the best combat juggling athlete at the fest.

Friday June 28, 2019 11:00pm - Saturday June 29, 2019 1:00am EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

8:00am EDT

World Joggling Championships

Jogglers from all over the world will compete in a dozen track events indoors at the Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne fieldhouse.

The competition will be held Saturday, July 29th at 8am at the Hillard Gates Athletic Center, 2101 E. Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, on the campus of Purdue University Ft. Wayne.

Saturday June 29, 2019 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hilliard Gates Sports Center Fieldhouse

Competition

9:00am EDT

IJA Registration Desk Open

The IJA registration desk closes for the year today at 3pm!
Register on-site or pick up your event package if you're pre-registered. You can also renew your IJA membership, buy tickets to the extra shows in the Grand Wayne Convention Center, pick up your festival t-shirt, and get help and answers for your festival week.

Saturday June 29, 2019 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

10:00am EDT

Basic Club Tricks

Artists

Don Lewis

Saturday June 29, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

10:30am EDT

Brunch Sponsored by iiWii

This is the fourth annual festival brunch, generously sponsored by iiWii.

Brunch is included in the Event Packages for all pre-registered jugglers who purchased a full Event Package. It is NOT included in Vendor Event Packages or daily gym passes. You must present your valid Brunch Voucher (included in your registration packet) at the door to be admitted to the brunch. Your brunch voucher is good for ONE PLATE OF FOOD, which must be consumed inside the brunch venue. No packages, luggage or backpacks can be brought inside the brunch venue. Brunch vouchers can be purchased at the IJA registration desk for $20 each, quantities limited.

Saturday's menu: Build Your Own: Breakfast Burrito/Tacos/Nacho! Pulled pork, Bacon, Chorizo, Ham; Scrambled Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes, Salsa, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Shredded cheese, Re-fried Beans, House Made Tortilla Chips, Flour and Corn Tortillas - Soft and Hard Shell, Chef's Choice Pastries, Whole Fruit, Coffee, Decaf, Tea, Pitchers of Juice and Water.

Saturday June 29, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Courtyard by Marriott Fort Wayne Downtown at Grand Wayne Convention Center

Brunch

10:30am EDT

Destination El Paso 2020

Saturday June 29, 2019 10:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

11:00am EDT

3-5 Person Club Passing Patterns

Artists

The Popcorn Club

Saturday June 29, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced

11:00am EDT

Simple 2 Person Patterns

Unusual patterns for 2 people with 3-4 objects. Suitable for all levels. Bring juggling balls. See you there!

Artists

Jon Udry

Saturday June 29, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison C - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

Why You Need to Be at IJA 2020 in El Paso

Artists

Mike Sullivan

Festival Advisor, Int'l Jugglers' Assoc.

Saturday June 29, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

11:00am EDT

Silent Auction

The Auction is back! It’s a silent auction this time, and you can bid on amazing items to help support the IJA and all we do around the world to promote juggling.

Saturday June 29, 2019 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

11:00am EDT

Visit Fort Wayne Information Booth

Check out all there is to see, do, eat and drink in Fort Wayne! Friendly volunteers from the Visit Fort Wayne tourism office will be staffing an information booth in the gym near the IJA registration desk today, with downtown maps, dining guides and much more. Get your questions answered, get tips on great places to visit and dine, and learn about all of the fun things going on in Fort Wayne this week!

Saturday June 29, 2019 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

12:00pm EDT

Flamingo Club

Saturday June 29, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Meeting

12:00pm EDT

3 Club "Mike's Mess" Break Down

Artists

Jeremiah Johnston

Saturday June 29, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

12:00pm EDT

Intro to Dots With Balls

Dots: where some balls are caught and thrown above the peaks of others. Experience with quick catches and throws will be an asset.
Here's the idea (but we'll do much easier patterns than this): https://www.instagram.com/p/BqSSzy6AvcQ/

Artists

Mike Moore

Saturday June 29, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Harrison B - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

1:00pm EDT

Games of The IJA

Compete or just watch as over a dozen crazy juggling-related competitions are held in the gym!

Saturday June 29, 2019 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

Competition

3:00pm EDT

Interval Training For Jugglers

Adapting the concept of interval training to juggling and introducing a new iPhone app for juggling practice..

Saturday June 29, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Beginner

3:30pm EDT

Big Toss Up Group Photo

Grab your props and join in on the big group photo in the gym! IJA's photographers and videographers will capture the moment when hundreds of props and happy jugglers all pose in action for the Big Toss Up!

Saturday June 29, 2019 3:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Convention Hall A - Grand Wayne Center

4:00pm EDT

4 and 5 Ball Mills Mess

Artists

Taylor Glenn

Saturday June 29, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison A - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Advanced

4:00pm EDT

New Board Member Basics

I'll go over the basic responsibilities of being on a non-profit Board, what it means to have a 'fiduciary duty', and what you should expect from your fellow Board members. It is important to understand who is doing what, and what needs to be done, and when. Sometimes people have to cut back or drop out so it is important to communicate well and frequently to avoid unexpected disruptions.

Artists

Don Lewis

Saturday June 29, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Harrison D - Grand Wayne Center

Workshop: Intermediate

7:30pm EDT

Cascade of Stars

A family friendly show open to the local community, featuring top notch juggling and circus talent from around the world. Located in the Embassy Theatre.

Saturday June 29, 2019 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
Embassy Theatre

Show

12:00pm EDT

Gym Closes for the Year

We're outta here! The gym closes for all jugglers and vendors at Noon today.

We'll see you next year for the 73rd Annual International Jugglers' Association Festival, set for July 13-19, 2020, in El Paso, Texas!

Sunday June 30, 2019 12:00pm - 12:00pm EDT