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[[File:Liss2.jpg|thumb|right|Suicide suspension, and the photo that is the inspiration for the Swing logo.]]
'''Sword swallowing''' is a dangerous performance art, in which the performer inserts a sword into his mouth and down his esophagus towards his stomach. The name given to this art is technically misleading, as performers have to suppress their [[Gag reflex|gag reflex]] and not actually swallow while the sword is down their throat. Fewer than 75 performers exist worldwide, most of whom are members of the [[Sword Swallowers Association International]] ([[SSAI]]). Sword swallowing is a life-threatening activity, and many deaths and serious medical complications have arisen from attempting this feat. It should never be attempted at home.
Taking inspiration and getting encouragement from [[IWasCured]], [[Rites Of Passage]] and the [[All Grrls Suscon]] in 2004, Alyssa Jane [http://iam.bmezine.com/?Alyssa%20Jane (iam:Alyssa Jane)] and *chel* [http://iam.bmezine.com/?*chel* (iam:chel)] from the east coast of Australia formed '''Swing'''.


The members of Swing see [[Suspension]] as an empowerment exercise or perhaps even a sport, understanding that every person seeking to suspend has their own reasons and philosophies behind the need to seek out and perform this rite; and so, they do their best to facilitate every suspendee's needs to ensure a fulfilling experience.
== World Records ==
Heaviest Sword Swallowed; [[Mathew Henshaw]] (aka St Matty, aka Matty Blade) of Perth, Western Australia hung a 20.1kg (44lb 4.96oz) sack of potatos off the hilt of a 40.5cm (15.9in) long sword for five seconds in 2005.
Most Swords Swallowed and Twisted; Brad Byers of Moscow, Idaho, America swallowed and twisted 10 swords with each one being 68.5cm (27in) long, 180 degrees.


At this time, Swing are striving to refine and increase their knowledge of suspension and its techniques. They wish to one day reach the same caliber and reputation as many of the older crews overseas.
== External links ==
*[http://www.swordswallow.org/index.php Sword Swallowers Association International]

Latest revision as of 18:33, 25 September 2023

Sword swallowing is a dangerous performance art, in which the performer inserts a sword into his mouth and down his esophagus towards his stomach. The name given to this art is technically misleading, as performers have to suppress their gag reflex and not actually swallow while the sword is down their throat. Fewer than 75 performers exist worldwide, most of whom are members of the Sword Swallowers Association International (SSAI). Sword swallowing is a life-threatening activity, and many deaths and serious medical complications have arisen from attempting this feat. It should never be attempted at home.

World Records

Heaviest Sword Swallowed; Mathew Henshaw (aka St Matty, aka Matty Blade) of Perth, Western Australia hung a 20.1kg (44lb 4.96oz) sack of potatos off the hilt of a 40.5cm (15.9in) long sword for five seconds in 2005. Most Swords Swallowed and Twisted; Brad Byers of Moscow, Idaho, America swallowed and twisted 10 swords with each one being 68.5cm (27in) long, 180 degrees.

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