Skateboarding Camp
Learn beginner skateboarding skills in a vibrant and fun environment.
Session 1: July 8-12
Session 2: July 15-19
8:30 am-2:30 pm
All children ages 7-12
Drop-off begins at 8:15 am in the Middle School circle (Coulter Street entrance), and pickup is no later than 2:45 pm, also at the Middle School circle.
Transportation is limited; details below.
Tuition: $450
Deposit required: $450
Space is limited to 9.
Program Highlights
This is an immersive and exciting introduction to skateboarding, fostering a love for the sport while promoting camaraderie and skill development in a safe and fun setting.
Skill Building Sessions: Led by experienced instructors, participants will engage in daily skateboarding lessons tailored to beginners. From mastering balance to basic tricks, participants will progress at their own pace in a supportive atmosphere.
Mindful and Creative Activities: Beyond skateboarding, the camp offers an array of mindful and creative activities like yoga, mindfulness, games and art sessions to design custom skateboards, and mini-contests to showcase newly learned skills.
Field Trips to Local Skateparks: Exciting excursions to nearby skateparks provide campers with opportunities to experience diverse terrains and challenges. Supervised visits to these parks allow participants to practice skills learned in a real skateboarding environment.
Expert Guidance: Our instructors provide individualized attention and guidance to ensure campers learn the fundamentals of skateboarding safely. Small group sizes ensure personalized coaching.
Safety First: Emphasizing safety, campers will receive instruction on skateboard safety gear usage and proper skateboarding techniques. Helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads are mandatory during all skateboarding activities.
Community Engagement: Through interactions with local skateboarders, skate shops and skateparks, campers will gain insights into the skateboarding community, inspiring them to explore the culture and history of the sport.
Celebration and Showcase: The week culminates in a celebratory event where campers can demonstrate their newfound skills to family and friends. Camper must bring their own complete skateboard. The helmet is mandatory. Other pads optional. Sneakers are appropriate for skateboarding. Change of clothes. Lunch and snack.
Camp Staff: Michael LoStracco
Michael LoStracco chairs the Religious Studies and Philosophy Department at Penn Charter. He is a lifelong skateboarder who also enjoys surfing.
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