Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits, is an action-packed ride through the adrenaline-fueled world of extreme sports. This highly interactive exhibition, developed and produced by Science North in partnership with the Ontario Science Centre, brings visitors inside the minds and bodies of extreme athletes. It explores the psychology of their motivations and the science of extreme sports, including wingsuit flying, ice and rock climbing, parkour, free diving, and many more.

Visitors will discover what it takes to maximize their potential as they explore the psychology and science behind the thrills and spills of adventure sports. They will explore the science behind athletes as they learn about the strength and mentality that fuels extreme sports athletes’ determination.

Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits invites you to challenge yourself as you jump, fly, dive and climb, while exploring some of the most extreme sports in the world. In this action-packed exhibit, discover what it takes to maximize your potential while you explore the psychology and science behind the thrills and spills of adventure sports!

Explore the science behind athletes as you learn the physical strength and razor-sharp mentality that fuels their determination. Hear stories from around the world that highlight athletes’ dedication and unwavering determination. Although you may think that certain sports are exclusively reserved for daredevils and thrill seekers, Extreme Sports will demonstrate that these activities require an elite level of technical skill, high intelligence, and quick decision-making abilities.

Extreme Sports caters to a diverse audience, ensuring visitors of all ages can enjoy and learn from its captivating displays. There are a variety of activities designed specifically for both kids and adults, creating an environment full of adrenaline and discovery.

EPIC EXHIBIT FEATURES:

• Challenge your balance on a high-line
• Immerse yourself in a 360° virtual experience mountain biking and whitewater kayaking
• Test your grip on a kid-sized hanging wall

This exhibit will launch alongside the return of the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame to The Exploration Place. Select Sports Hall content will also be featured inside the Extreme Sports exhibit, connecting science and local history in an exciting new way.