The first ever meeting of the Yo-yo Club occurred on Friday, Oct. 18. Meeting in room 312, the Yo-yo Club met to practice the basics of the longstanding tradition.

The yo-yo has its roots in the ancient societies of Greece and China. Yo-yo’s sprung into popularity in the 1960s, and now 16 yo-yo world masters set the precedents of young aspiring trainees all around the world. The yo-yo world offers an interesting and unique sport to learn and explore more about, and has interested many, such as the club leader, Mary Kate Nelson.

“One of my friends had a yo-yo in grade school, and so I looked it up online and it was just really interesting to me,” Nelson said. Nelson has been participating in yo-yo activities for seven years, and has gone as far as Massachusetts to compete in the yo-yo championships.

“It’s unique, and it’s kind of a niche sport that not many people know about, so we’re spreading information,” Club sponsor, ReginaWarriner, said. “It’s an opportunity for people to learn a skill that maybe they didn’t have before.”

The yo-yo club is open to new members, hoping to expand their reach. No previous experience is required. All students are welcomed and encouraged to join.