Fire Factory II - Late Aug / Early Sept 08 - Get ready!

Fire Factory - Saturday 28th May 2005

Thanks to all those that competed, Benson (our Psyscope DJ) and to our sponsors - Shepherd Neame Masters Brewers and Onfire clothing.

This was the first of our competitive spin jams, to spice it up we added prize money, an Onfire T-shirt and small cup!  This was a visual extravaganza - held at The Three Mariners, Faversham, Kent and was backed by the beer brewing giants Shepherd Neame and Onfire clothing.  We had an awesome DJ, BBQ, great band and fantastic performances from everyone who competed.  This was a great evening.

The competition categories & rules were:
Two fire sections and glow:

Solo Swinging: As a solo section, this could only be entered by an individual performer and the following toys could be used: Poi, Ropes, Swords, Clubs... If it swung, it was good to go!  Each performer was given 2 x 4 minute burns.  Won by Durbs - Burnt Toast!

Sole Staff: This was for all the rotary heads out there, whether it was one staff or two with 2 x 4 minute burns.  Won by Strugz - Soton Fire Spinning!

Glow: This was a non-fire section.  Anything that glowed, could go!   An open section for solo performers or teams, using any illuminating props for up to 6 minutes each.  Won by Durbs - Burnt Toast! 

Each competition was judged primarily on entertainment factor by three independent judges.

Cost and Prize Money:
This competition was FREE to enter thanks to Shepherd Neame Master Brewers donating the prize money.

Insurance:
Unfortunately, it was not possible for the event as a whole to be insured. As such, each performer entering a fire only section had to have their own Public Liability Insurance. (As my mum says: "If you play with fire and you get burnt, its your own fault"!!!).

Location:
This was held at The Three Mariners, 2 Church Road, Oare, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0QA, Telephone: 01795-533633.  Click here for a map in a new window.  Fire Vision had already performed twice at The Three Mariners and provided them with their two busiest nights.  As a result they offered to host this competition.  Fire Factory took place in their large garden, spectators able to watch from decking and grass verge.

Fire Factory II:
We hope to organise another competition later this year or next, see keep your eye out for updates!