Workshops

Overview

In workshops you can share your knowledge and skills with other fellow jugglers. From very beginners to the most advanced jugglers, there are many different types of workshops available.
In the past JJFs, in addition to workshops to teach how to practice a specific technique...

-Talk sessions on juggling events in other countries.
-Breakout sessions where jugglers of the same prop gather to exchange and demonstrate techniques.
-Talk sessions to discuss juggling from various angles.
-Lectures on how to make your own juggling props
and so many more that go beyond the framework of teaching have held. It's a good opportunity for you to get to know more jugglers as well.

Workshops

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GuestDay 3
Other PropsFilming
Unison together

Day 3 13:00〜14:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Do the same movement with various props and enjoy the differences.

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Your prop


Name: Takehiro Nagaoka, Rika Megumi

A comment from the instructor:

How to put diferenet props in a single performance?
This workshop will be a bit reckless and experimental.
Whether it works or not, I hope everyone can enjoy it!
(We will try to shoot a video at the end.)

GuestDay 3
Other Props
バトンの技術に触れてみる

Day 3 11:00〜12:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Learning basic to intermediate baton twirling technique

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Stick-shaped object (baton, staff, devilsticks)


Name: Kizasu Ishikawa

A comment from the instructor:

Let's try some baton twirling tricks! I will try to introduce you the essence of a type of baton twirling style called "3 mode". Also seeing what you bring, I will try to think of ways to apply the technique.

GuestDay 2
improvisation
Creativity and Improvisation

Day 2 12:30〜13:30 @Gym 4

Goal

Guided individual exploration and group experience about creativity and authenticity.

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

all props are welcome


Name: Bow

Lecturer introduction:

I am Bow, a French poi juggler based in Germany.
As a juggler I feel very attached to balls as an artistic medium, and I found ropes are a powerful addition to expend it.
Using different types of ropes, connected to a ball or on their own, I look for new visuals and concepts. An evolution of juggling that transcends the classic ball, club and ring juggling

GuestDay 3
Poi juggling technique
No beat technique

Day 3 10:00〜11:00 @Gym 3

Goal

In this workshop the participants will learn all the fundamental drills required to learn or solidify no beat throws with 3 poi and more.
As well as getting a deeper understanding of the patterns and mechanics related to this technique .

Target Level

Intermediate / Advanced

Requirement / Things to bring

3 poi or more


Name: Bow

Lecturer introduction:

I am Bow, a French poi juggler based in Germany.
As a juggler I feel very attached to balls as an artistic medium, and I found ropes are a powerful addition to expend it.
Using different types of ropes, connected to a ball or on their own, I look for new visuals and concepts. An evolution of juggling that transcends the classic ball, club and ring juggling

GuestDay 3
Poi spinning/manipulation
2 poi one hand Technique

Day 3 12:00〜13:00 @Gym 3

Goal

This workshop will focus on increasing the mobility and finger dissociation of each participant to facilitate the progression with 2 poi 1 hand techniques.

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

2 poi or more


Name: Bow

Lecturer introduction:

I am Bow, a French poi juggler based in Germany.
As a juggler I feel very attached to balls as an artistic medium, and I found ropes are a powerful addition to expend it.
Using different types of ropes, connected to a ball or on their own, I look for new visuals and concepts. An evolution of juggling that transcends the classic ball, club and ring juggling

GuestDay 3
Passing patterns
Poi passing

Day 3 14:00〜15:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Lean the basics of poi passing for all levels as well as some more complex patterns

Target Level

Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

3 or more poi and a partner


Name: Armin and Bow

A comment from the instructor:

Armin and Bow are both high level Poi jugglers based in Germany.
Armin is a pioneer in poi juggling, being one of the first to develop techniques like switchbacks and wall plane numbers juggling pattern with poi.

No.1Day 1
TossToss juggling
3 club revese under the arm & neck cascade

Day 1 16:00~17:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Learn how to practice the tricks.

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

3 clubs


Name: Takuzo

Lecturer introduction: JJFCS 2011,2014 Individual / 2021 Team / Winner of the Kombo-Shin(Club God) 2012,2013.

A comment from the instructor: This is also a meeting for club jugglers to get to know each other. Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to join us.

No.2Day 1
MeetingGathering
Self build props breakout

Day 1 15:00~16:00 @Seminar room 2

Goal

  1. Providing a place to talk among DIY prop makers
  2. Showing off your props
  3. Getting opinions from people around you
  4. Showing rejected props as well

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

  1. You can bring any home madeprops of all kind. If it's difficult to bring then just pictures and information are also fine.
  2. You can just come and see too


Name: Kizoharu

Lecturer introduction: Owner of Kizoha-Kobo

A comment from the instructor:

The key word in juggling is "props" and many people make their own props. This event will be a chance for those who are passionate about making their own props to get to know each other better. First, we will form a circle and briefly introduce ourselves and props. After that, we plan to have a free exchange.

No.3Day 2
Other PropsOther Props
Beginners trick rope

Day 2 12:00~13:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Flat loop (Beginner trick)

Target Level

Beginner

Requirement / Things to bring

Trick rope (Instractor will bring some extra)


Name: Hisanori Matsuoka

Lecturer introduction:

I started trick roping in 2010 after a friend taught me the basics.
I have translated The Lasso, an instructional book on trick rope ( https://onl.tw/KQZXS7t ), given workshops at JJF and other events, and done trick rope performances ( https://youtu.be/Fz5lSE1dYbs ) about several times a year.

A comment from the instructor:

Trick Rope began as a game of cowboys spinning a loop of rope, and as they competed in American rodeos as a performance, a wide variety of tricks were developed. In this workshop, participants will experience flat loops and catches as a beginning of trick roping. After that, we will introduce the basics of horizontal movement, the merry-go-round, and tips on how to practice the Crowstep.

No.4Day 3
Other PropsTalk/Discussion
Special lecture: Staff theory

Day 3 14:00~15:00 @Seminar room 2

Goal

Understanding everything about staff

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Red Bull and Notebook, or your pillow and an alermclock


Name: Kurata Kumi

Lecturer introduction:

JJFCS 2018 & 2021 competitor, Jag-Tech 96 generation, Math Master's degree.
Trying to take a mathematical approach to staff.
I want to continue juggling for the rest of my life while working.

A comment from the instructor:

Serious lecture on staff as a prop.

No.5Day 3
Other PropsOther Props
Spinning Dapostar 2nd

Day 3 11:00~12:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Toss and pass with dapostar

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Dapostar (Instractor will bring some extra)


Name: Mary

Lecturer introduction:

I'm Mary, a Dapostar lover who's been playing with Dapostar for 5 years.

A comment from the instructor:

Anyone is welcome, whether you are interested in Dapostar or have one but don't know what to do with it. I hope to make this an opportunity to interact with each other using Dapocto. This year we will also try Dapostar Volley!

No.6Day 3
Other PropsOther Props
Fight Night Combat JJF 2023

Day 3 13:30~15:00 @Gym 3

Goal

Be on the world wide list just taking part! / Promoting FNC

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

3 clubs


Name: Imae-D

Lecturer introduction:

BJC2023 FNC Best 16

A comment from the instructor:

Anyone who can juggle 3 clubs has played combat at least once.
For the first time in Japan, we will hold a 1-on-1 combat tournament consisting of a preliminary and a final tournament according to the international format Fight Night Combat (FNC). Please feel free to participate!
*Please be in time!! Also, we may limit the number of participants, so please come early.

No.7Day 1
Other PropsOther Props
Flower sticks basic and its application

Day 1 15:00~16:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Knowing about flowersticks more

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

Flowersticks 1 set, borrow from someone if you don't have any


Name: Yotty

Lecturer introduction:

Member of the juggling club Infinity alumni who is "a working adult with a bit of skill with flower sticks”
This is the fourth time he has taught a workshop.
Performed in Kuuten Gekijo Vol. 21.
Devilstick Library Video Contribution (many)
Bravo Contest 2022, 1st place in single prop category, etc...

A comment from the instructor:

Beginners are welcome. You can learn many tricks unique to flowersticks. The tricks will be decided according to the level of the participants on the day. If you have any tricks/sequence you would like to have explained, please feel free to request it.
*Advanced jugglers may be asked to help the instructor.

No.8Day 2
MeetingOther Props
Isolation jugglers meeting

Day 2 10:00~11:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Getting to know other isolation jugglers

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

If you don't have one, borrow one from another person or instructor.


Name: Kansai Contact Juggling Meeting

Lecturer introduction:

Kansai Contact Juggling Meeting

Once a quarter, we plan a meeting for isolation jugglers in Osaka. The next meeting will be held in December or January.

A comment from the instructor:

Isolation juggling (contact ball, eight rings, etc.), which tends to be underrepresented at practice sessions, will come together. Minor isolation juggling props are also welcome! Please note that the main purpose of this event is to interact with each other. If you have any ideas for games or things you would like to do, please send them to the official 𝕏.

No.9Day 2
Talk/DiscussionTalk/Discussion
[SSS2023] Siteswap Symposium 2023

Day 2 10:00~12:00 @Seminar room 2

Goal

Sharing information about siteswap, juggling notation, pattern generation method.

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Something to wrtie on, and your will to tackle on math


Name: Junji Nishino

Lecturer introduction:

SSS has been taking place since 2002.
https://juggling.jp/siteswap/symposium/

A comment from the instructor:

About 5 speakers will take turns explaining and discussing the topic for about 5 minutes each.
Details are up to the participants.
If no speakers are there, the event will be cancelled. It’s going to be a very deep conversation. Please be prepared in advance.
You are free to join or leave during the session.

No.10Day 2
MeetingTalk/Discussion
JJF masters 2023 (12th)

Day 2 9:30~10:00 @Large gym

Goal

Boost juggling as a lifelong sport and keep love and health alive

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Target: Juggling enthusiasts over 30 years old (self-proclaimed or mental age is also acceptable)
Bring props to talk about anything you want to talk about


Name: Junji Nishino (Curator)

Lecturer introduction:

Hosting the JJF masters

A comment from the instructor:

The main purpose is to socialize. If the conversation is lively, it is a success.
It has been going on for more than 10 years.

No.11Day 2
Other PropsOther Props
Flower sticks multicore for all levels

Day 2 11:00~12:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Learning flowersticks multicore

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

3 flower sticks or 2 flower sticks + 1 hand stick (Instractor will bring some extra)


Name: Koba

Lecturer introduction: Member of the Kanto Branch of the Shizuoka Juggling Meeting

A comment from the instructor:

Multicore is a style in which you don't use the hand stick, but only the center stick. There are only a few people doing it, but the population is gradually increasing. If you don't know what to do with multicore, or are interested in it but have never done it before, you are all welcome!

No.12Day 1
TossToss
Introduction to 4 ball Mills' Mess

Day 1 16:00~17:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Learning how to practice 4 ball Mills' Mess

Target Level

Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

4 balls


Name: Fujimo♪

Lecturer introduction:

Mills’ Mess-ing for 15 years.
This is my youtube channel. There are videos of past performances and tricks.
I also made a Mills’ Mess playlist.
https://www.youtube.com/@ryo-fujimoto-juggling/featured

A comment from the instructor:

For jugglers who wants to learn 4 ball Mills' Mess but don't know how, or who can get the pattern going but not so long. (You may be able to apply my mehod to 5 as well)

It's better if you know how to do 3 ball Mills' Mess and 4 ball fountain but not necessary.
Steps

  1. Understanding what's Mills' Mess
  2. How to add balls
  3. Drills
  4. How to actually do 4 ball Mills' Mess
  5. Wrap up

No.13Day 2
TossToss
Club volley for beginners

Day 2 11:00~12:00 @Gym 3

Goal

Understanding the basic techniques and rules of club volley and learning how to master them

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

  • 2 clubs (Instractor will bring some extra)
  • Shoes
  • Comfortable wear for exercise


Name: Ishikawa

Lecturer introduction:

We hold a club volley camp every spring and fall, where we play club volleyball for two days.
The next camp will be held in the winter of this year, around December or January. Even beginners can enjoy this camp to the fullest, so please join us.

A comment from the instructor:

Club volley is a form of volleyball using juggling clubs.
You will experience club volley practice and games.
This is a great opportunity for those who are new to club volley. First time players and any style of jugglers are welcome.

No.14Day 3
Other PropsOther Props
Plate spinning Beginner to Intermediate

Day 3 10:00〜11:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Learn how to get applause with plate spinning

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

Plates, Sticks (Instractor will bring some extra)


Name: Masayuki Furuya (Masa)

Lecturer introduction:

There is a collection of videos and a brief explanation on my website.
URL: https://www.platespinning.jp/

A comment from the instructor:

For beginners, we will start with how to spin plates and then practice basic tricks with those who can spin plates to some extent. Finally, some more advanced techniques will be introduced.

No.15Day 2
DiaboloOther Props
Vertax control 2

Day 2 10:00〜11:00 @Gym 3

Goal

Bettering vertax control

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

DIabolo (Bearing)


Name: Haga

Lecturer introduction: AJDC2017 M1DV 2nd place

A comment from the instructor:

The aim is to deepen the understanding the control by applying the points extracted in last year's WS to "infinite suicide," a trick that many people work on.
This workshop is especially recommended for intermediate or advanced jugglers who have difficulties in teaching.
*1. The contents of last year's WS materials will be used. Please read it carefully.
(Refer to the fixed post of X (former Twitter) account @vertax_explain )
*2. If you have never practiced thte trick at all, this may not be able to meet your expectations.
*3. Lecture -> Practice (free practice)

No.16Day 2
Other PropsOther props
Tutting dance room

Day 2 14:00〜15:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Learn simple moves

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

Nothing


Name: Gurukun

Lecturer introduction: AFAC Master div. Winner (2023)

A comment from the instructor:

Let’s put down your props once in a while and move your hands, arms and fingers.
It might help you create a performance.
This is especially good for people who like puzzle style movements.

No.17Day 2
Other PropsToss
Double your tricks

Day 2 11:00〜12:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Double your tricks

Target Level

All levels

Requirement / Things to bring

Ideally 3 balls, but 1 is also fine.


Name: Hirota

Lecturer introduction:

Alumnus of Nagoya Uni. juggling club RefleX.
Winner of juggling competitions 13 times, 2nd place 8 times, 3rd place 6 times.

A comment from the instructor:

Want to learn more tricks?
Want to try a new trick but can't come up with an idea?
This WS is recommended for you.
Basically, I will teach tricks that you can do with a single ball, that are good for performances, and that can be applied in other ways as well. Non-ball jugglers are also welcome.

No.18Day 3
Other PropsOther Props
ハットのすゝめ

Day 3 12:00〜13:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Learning a simple sequence with a hat

Target Level

Beginner

Requirement / Things to bring

Juggling hat (Instractor will bring some extra)


Name: Tane

Lecturer introduction: Juggling hat since 2016

A comment from the instructor:

Goal

  • To learn one basic hat technique and its application for beginners
  • To learn how to perform a simple sequence of hat

Recommended for the following people

  • Interested in hat but find it too expensive to buy one.
  • Have an extra hat that you’re not using.
  • I don't know how to use it except for busking tip container.

Beginners are very welcome.
If you don't have a hat, we have some hats available for rent.
Please feel free to join us.

Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

*Depending on the number of participants, we may ask that multiple people take turns using hats, or that those who have more than one hat lend them to others.

No.19Day 3
Other PropsOther Props
Slinky workshop -Rainbow juggling-

Day 3 14:00〜15:00 @Gym 5

Goal

Learning basic of slinky juggling

Target Level

Beginner

Requirement / Things to bring

Slinky, if you have one


Name: Tanishidori

Lecturer introduction:

Member of 9JUC, a juggling club. 3rd place with slinky at Kyushu Juggling Competition 2023 free division, promoting slinky juggling.

A comment from the instructor:

A juggling prop that is so rare that it is not even known to be claimed to be the most unusual juggling prop in the world.
The reality is that it's a fun thing to play with on those stairs that everyone has seen but does not know the name of!
I will give a lecture on how to uset the toy, Rainbow Spring (Slinky), as a juggling prop, starting from the basics. There are many special features that are not found in other props, and since I have not been taught specifically how to use them, but I hope you will enjoy seeing, knowing, and touching them. Please feel free to come, whether you have done it before or not!

No.20Day 1
Other PropsOther Props
Relaxed cigarbox

Day 1 15:00〜16:00 @Gym 4

Goal

Know an example of how to move your body

Target Level

Beginner / Intermediate

Requirement / Things to bring

Cigar Box, preferably 3


Name: Maiyaa

Lecturer introduction:

Former member of Juggling Club Pirouette
Cigar boxing for 10 years.

A comment from the instructor:

Introducing some of the things I usually keep in mind when I juggle cigar box. Of course it is cool to juggle cigar box with dynamic movements, sharp and stylish, but I will show you one of the other ways.

No.21Day 3
Talk/DiscussionTalk / discussion
Performance direction theory

Day 3 13:00〜14:00 @Seminar room 2

Goal

Know the basic concepts for creating a cohesive staging

Target Level

Intermediate / Advanced

Requirement / Things to bring

Something to take notes


Name: Teruki Okamoto

Lecturer introduction: Juggler / Director of the multimedia performance company Room Kids. The company creates works that blend the visual (unreal) and the physical (real).

A comment from the instructor:

For those who want to make their performances look better, express more, etc., not to mention technique, and who want to create a 15-minute or longer performance, I will introduce the concept of staging, which is based on a concept.

How To Join

Find a workshop you want to join and just jump in. No reservation or extra payment is needed. Some workshops require specific props etc. so read the overview carefully.

You Have Something To Share Too?

JJF2023 is looking for instructors to teach workshops.
Any types and levels of courses are welcome.
(* However, instructors must have All-Day Pass.)

If you are interested in sharing your knowledge/skills, please apply using the JJF2023 Workshop Application Form.

*Application deadline: August 12, 2023 (Wed.) 23:59
*Please note that applications may be selected by lottery if there are too many applications.

JJF2023 Organizing team: info-jjf2023juggling.jp

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