Why Woodchopping?
Woodchopping is a uniquely Australian sport that is enjoyed by
competitors and spectators throughout the world. It provides
opportunities for individuals to
challenge themselves both physically and mentally, whilst offering the
thrill
of competition in front of enthusiastic crowds. Woodchoping
has a rich Australian history that echoes back to the timber workers of
Australia's settlement. The underhand, standing block, tree felling
and sawing events still use the techniques employed by these pioneers.
The sport is family
centred and accessible to competitors anywhere from 9 to 90 years of
age, and skill levels from novice to world championship level.
How do you become a woodchopper?
The
challenging combination of balance, hand-eye coordination, strength and
stamina whilst weilding razor sharp axes makes technique a key
component of Woodchopping. It requires a personal committment and a
great deal of training. After an initial workshop and introduction to
the sport, beginning axemen and women are usually paired with a mentor /
coach to guide them through their long term training. Whilst
woodchopping is primarily an individual sport, it is important that an
experienced axeman be on hand to offer advice on improving technique and
training safely.
What are the CHOP to it! workshops?
The CHOP to it! workshops
are training sessionS organised by the VAC that invite beginning axemen
and women to come and try the sport of woodchopping. Each participant
will be timetabled to work individually with an expereinced woodchopping
coach to learn the basics of woodchopping. The VAC will provide
equipment for you to use during the workshop including mesh safety socks
for woodcutting training.
Where are the CHOP to it! workshops being held?
The VAC has member associations in seven different regions throughout Victoria. The CHOP to it! workshops
will be be held in metropolitan and regional locations dependant on
registration numbers. In areas where demand is not great enough to run a
workshop, we will notify you and put you directly in touch with your
local association to organise individual coaching/ mentoring.
What are the costs of the CHOP to it! workshops?
The cost of participating in the
CHOP to it!
workshops will vary according to the number of participants and
location. We are working at keeping fees to a minimum and anticipate
the fee will be no greater than $50. The costs involved are to pay for
logs and insurance as well as making available equipment such as axes
and safety apparrel.
How do I become involved?
To be part of a
CHOP to it! workshop, simply fill in the registration form opposite and we will contact you with details of your nearest workshop.
Where can i find out more?
For any enquiries regarding the
CHOP to it! workshops simply send an email to
choptoit@hotmail.com and we'll do our best to answer your questions.
