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Mantua: Students Learn the Art of Swordsmanship at Fencing Academy

April 24, 2015

For the most serious disciples, fencing is more than just fancy swordsmanship. It is the western counterpart to the eastern discipline of martial arts, but still requires the same level of inner courage and willed

Amateur Sports

Northern Liberties: ‘Fight Firm MMA’ Teaches Hard-Hitting Art of Muay Thai

April 19, 2015

Mixed martial arts, particularly under the Ultimate Fighting Championship banner, is one of the world’s fastest growing sports. According to Sports Business Daily, MMA had the 13th-largest general fan base and eighth-largest general fan base out

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Amateur Sports: Philly Wrestler ‘Living the Dream’ He’s Had Since Childhood

April 2, 2015

Contrary to the impression viewers might get from primetime television every Monday night, professional wrestling is not a self-sustaining job. Beyond the television screen are thousands of independent wrestlers across the country, each with their

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Amateur Sports: Local Twins Share Father’s Spotlight

March 25, 2015

“We ride together, we die together,” Jamil Pines-Elliott said of the bond that he and his twin brother Jalil have. The Pines-Elliott twins have spent the last four years playing basketball at Germantown Friends. The team was

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Amateur Sports: ClassPass Changing the Way Philadelphians Exercise and Stay Fit

March 18, 2015

It has been three months since innovative fitness service ClassPass launched in Philadelphia, and the program has already had an impact on changing the fitness scene in the city. CEO and co-founder Payal Kadakia said the main

Amateur Sports

Amateur Sports: What High School Hoops Teams Will Lead to College Action?

February 24, 2015Paul Klein

When it comes time for Philadelphia parents to send their children to high school, they might consider the education and environment. However, if a parent believes their child has the potential to play for a

Amateur Sports

Amateur Sports: Activities to Stay Fit During the Winter

February 24, 2015

With the winter season in full effect, finding activities in the city to stay in shape might seem a little difficult. For those looking do something other than working out at the gym, here are

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Amateur Sports: Five Ways to Dance Yourself into Shape

February 12, 2015Paul Klein

A 2012 Albert Einstein College of Medicine study found that dancing once a week can improve brain functionality, which is why it is no surprise dance fitness has become one of the most popular ways to stay active.

Amateur Sports

Sharswood: AAU Coach Strives For Players to Earn College Scholarships

February 9, 2015Paul Klein

Johnathan Stewart is the head coach for Play Hard Squad (AAU Basketball) and a residential advisor at Girard College in the Sharswood section of the city. We spoke with the 45-year-old about the role of basketball in the city.

Amateur Sports

Amateur Sports: Q&A with Marian Fischer Pearlman about Katie at the Bat

February 3, 2015Paul Klein

Marian Fischer Pearlman is the executive director of The Katie at the Bat Team, an organization dedicated to empowering youths living in underserved neighborhoods. As a member of the Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative, The Katie at the Bat

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