Flipping, flippy, McFlipperson! When we went to film these guys, they were already flipping in the middle of the day.

We met back up with them in the afternoon, and they were still flipping. Onto the Grizzlies game and flipping during halftime. Then, after the game, more flipping that night. To these guys, flipping is a way of life. If you've been to Beale Street, chances are you've seen the Flippers. They attract huge crowds with their mad acrobatic skills, and once they start, it's hard to stop watching.

The Flippers operate as a "family unit" which is evident from the younger generations they train on Beale (often showcased as the opening act and passing the tip bucket around the crowd). The Flippers' street smarts have paid off - growing from mere street performers to a group of young professionals that's been featured in major films (The Firm), television shows (America's Got Talent), and toured the country performing during NBA halftime shows.

These guys impress me every time with their immaculate technique and near effortless execution. I mean, really—have you seen the amount of air these guys get in a backflip?

Links
Beale Street Flippers LFM Profile
REG Memphis
Flippers on America's Got Talent

Credits
Directed by Brad Phelan
Produced by Sarah Fleming & Brad Phelan
Camera by Brad Phelan Andy Bond and Christopher Reyes
Edit by Christopher Reyes
Music by the Tunnel Clones