Behind the Swings
Big Swings App provides a simple way to find the best cliff jumping spots in the world. We created this app to inspire healthy adventure and exploring through the physical sports of Cliff Jumping and Swimming.
A note from our Creator and Founder
Growing up in Pennsylvania, we lived to canoe, swim, and fish. My dad would bring my brother and me down to the Brandywine River in Chadds Ford almost every weekend. As a child, I watched the men hit the rope swings, and I dreamt of the day I would be able to fly too. When I found my first spot some years later, I went right for it.
When we weren’t seeking new holes, we were in our backyard catching fish with our hands and swimming in the pond our father had dug and stocked. My pops was a beast.
Growing older, my brother and I would travel further and further. With no technology, we would rely on word of mouth; writing directions down to guide us to our next destination. We had so many amazing adventures and wanted to share that feeling with others.
As early as highschool, I was spreading the good word of Cliff Jumping in written form. Even writing an article for my school newspaper that foreshadowed what is now my life’s work, “Spots For Summer Swim Sessions”.(see photo below)
Now, my team and I are spreading the word globally with Big Swings. We have met the most unique individuals on our journeys. Different we may be, but we all share a common interest- Cliff Jumping. The people have been the best part of this experience for me.
Honestly, this wouldn’t be possible without the excruciating labor of a few amazing people and the motivation from my father to follow my heart. They have made my childhood dreams a reality, and I am forever in debt to them.
Thanks to these bright minds we all have Big Swings for free!
Greg Matsick – CTO – dev@bigswings.com
Dana Slifer – Graphic Design and Apparel – design@bigswings.com
Nick D’Amico – Production Lead and Editing Lead – productions@bigswings.com
Jonathon Kelly – CFO – jon@bigswings.com
Lisa Kelly – HWIC – sponsorship@bigswings.com
Kyle Armstrong – Insurance and Marketing – cliffjumping@bigswings.com
Thank you,
Marc Kelly
Founder and Adventurer
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