On Sunday, August 31, 2025, we held a very special seminar. Under the motto “Everything is possible, nothing is mandatory,” the focus was – how could it be otherwise – on the whip. In perfect weather, we met on the floating meadows to show the public what is possible with a whip. The plan was very simple: everyone brings their whip and as many companions as possible. Whether actively participating, watching with curiosity, trying out new things, or even playing soccer and strolling through the castle gardens in between – everything was welcome. It was to be a relaxed day in the group, with whips in hand.

But as usual, we started with a graduation ceremony.
Congratulations to Pedro on reaching the second level! Then we got straight back to it: a quick warm-up, loosening up the joints, and getting back into the feel of wielding the whip. There was no fixed training plan this time—no sessions, no divisions, no tasks.
Everyone was allowed to try out what had always been on their personal wish list. Christian experimented with new, unusual movements, while Pedro even developed a small form of his own. But of course, they also worked on the normal form.

Passersby were also spontaneously invited to take the whip in their hands. Some hesitated at first, while others eagerly grabbed it and got started right away.
One Polish tourist in particular stuck in our minds, who joined in without hesitation while his kitten was being looked after on our picnic blankets. In the end, we all had an incredible amount of fun—with good weather, delicious cake, great company, and, of course, the whips. It was a day we definitely want to repeat!

Arvid