Top 29 of the Most Dangerous Sports in the World, From Sky Diving to Heli-Skiing

Cheerleading

This enjoyable sport has become more popular over the last few decades while also being dangerous and demanding. Cheerleaders spring into action, packing the air with bodies to form tall structures, throwing one another up to 30 feet in the air, and relying on comrades to securely ensure that they land on their feet.

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For routines to move smoothly, cheerleading requires precise acrobatics. It goes without saying that making a mistake can result in broken legs, cracked ribs, spine injuries, and bruising. Although cheerleading isn't always thought of as a sport, it nonetheless involves physical effort and risk.Keep reading below.

Snowboarding

While snowboarding surely occasionally provides thrills and an adrenaline rush, there are a lot of dangers associated with the activity. Every time they grab some air, daring boarders who live for jumps and halfpipes put themselves in danger because many of them don't land properly and break a bone or two.

Even inexperienced skiers who gently descend the slope run the risk of falling, whether on an icy patch, while executing a quick turn, or due to a variety of other reasons. But as with every sport on this list, dedicated snowboarders are willing to take a chance in order to enjoy a day on the slopes, especially when there is brand-new snow!Keep reading below.