WightTricks Hosts Second Annual Tricking Competition With Record Attendance And International Acclaim

The Isle of Wight was set alight once again as WightTricks welcomed athletes, coaches and

spectators for the second Flip The Island Gathering (FTIG) - this year under the title Zero Limits.

Taking place on 5th and 6th July 2025, the event marked another incredible milestone for the Island’s tricking community, drawing even more energy, talent and international acclaim than its inaugural year.

For those unfamiliar with the discipline, tricking is an explosive blend of martial arts, gymnastics, breakdancing and freestyle movement.

A sport where creativity meets athleticism, tricking pushes the boundaries of physical expression and personal style.

This year’s FTIG took on a truly international scale, attracting world-class athletes and guest judges from Japan, America, Austria, Finland, Sweden, Scotland and across the UK.

Over two days of battles, showcases and specialist seminars, the event brought together some of the highest-level trickers in the world, all under one roof.

“This wasn’t just a competition,” said WightTricks founder Robbie Bates. “It was a rite of passage.

"Every athlete who stepped onto that floor made their mark. What we saw was courage in motion.”

Competition Results - Flip The Island Gathering 2025: Zero Limits

ORIGIN - Beginner Division

1st - Zion Bailey

2nd - Belle Evans

3rd - Lorelei Hazleman

RISE - Intermediate Division

1st - Lyla-Rose Petworth

2nd - Evelyn Roe

3rd - Sam Blake

SECOND WIND - Returners Division

1st - Bella Roe

2nd - Fynn Cooper

3rd - Elsie Augustus and Gabby Lobato (tied)

ASCENT - Advanced Division

1st - Milan Kokavecz

2nd - Millie Rowan

3rd - Zayne Ashraf

BATTLE OF PRODIGIES

1st - Rea Seino (aged 11)

THE SUMMIT - Pro Open

1st - Ryuta Suzuki

2nd - Josh Williams

3rd - Matteo D Cara

Each of these champions didn’t just take home a title – they left their mark on a platform that’s rapidly gaining national and international recognition.

While the Open and Junior Pro divisions drew talent from around the globe, every division was fiercely contested and showcased exceptional skill.

Guest judges and mentors included Will Coneys (USA), Rees Beardshaw (UK), and Noah Petek (Austria), who also led seminars to share insights gained from years performing at the highest level of the sport.

“To every athlete who stepped up,” said Robbie Bates, “you etched your name into FTIG history.

"This was born from a dream, but you gave it life.”

WightTricks runs tricking lessons for all ages, from toddlers through to adults.

To find out more or sign up, visit www.wighttricks.co.uk.