Gliders trace graceful arcs across the skies of central South Island on the occasion of the Grand Prix, thrilling the crowds of visitors with the skill and daring of competitive gliding.

graceful arcs = skill & daring???

let's use the most exciting international gliding event to sell gentle
trial lessons. DUH!

Why is gliding so fixated on being boring?

(This seems to be a press release as it's on lots of the sites if you
google for the grand prix!)