GROUNDSWELL GRIND

DATE: Sunday 8 October
TIME: 10am - 5pm
LOCATION: Skate Bowl

The Groundswell Grind skateboard bowl competition will see skateboarders of all ages and skill levels roll in one of Australia's biggest bowls.

The Scarborough Beach Bowl will be the centre point for the Groundswell Festival in a spectacle of grinds, slides, high airs and tricks that will carve up the competition. With categories for 9 years and under, 12 years and under, 16 years and under and the open class in both men’s and women’s along with the masters class for riders over 40 years there is a spot for all competitors. The open men’s and women’s class will share in a prize purse of $4000!

Groundswell Grind is sanctioned by the Australian Skateboarding Federation with competition points going to Australian points rankings. This is one action packed competition you don't want to miss.

POP-UP SKATEPARK COACHING WORKSHOPS

DATE: Friday 6 October
TIME: 11am - 4pm
SESSION DURATION: 40mins
SESSION TIMES: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
LOCATION: Djinda Mia - Clocktower

Freestyle Now are hosting some pop up skatepark coaching workshop sessions as part of the Groundswell Festival for skateboard, scooter, rollerskate and BMX participants who want to increase their skill level, get advice on tricks and gain new confidence levels. The pop up skatepark including rails, ledges, flat banks and quarter pipes with a small airbag lander.

Learn confidence building techniques, skill development and trick tips. Facilitators focus on all aspects of skatepark participation, analysing your skill level and work from that base and assisting with confidence building. Skills can be taught but confidence cannot.

There will be a limited number of scooters, skateboard and BMX bikes available to borrow if you don't have your own, but be sure to bring your own helmet. No helmet, no ride.

GROUNDSWELL RAIL JAM

DATE: Saturday 7 October
TIME: 4pm - 7pm
LOCATION: Skate Park

BMX, Scooter and Skateboard riders will compete within their own discipline, pulling out all the tricks trick down or over the rail and stairs at the Scarborough Beach Skatepark. Got what it takes to shut down the rail? Cash prizes up for grabs.

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GROUNDSWELL ROLLERSKATE DEMONSTRATION

DATE: Saturday 7 October
TIME: 3pm - 3.40pm
LOCATION: Skate Park

Get ready to roll with this epic rollerskate demonstration! Watch as skilled skaters take to the Scarborough Skatepark and showcase their impressive moves, spins, and tricks on wheels. From graceful glides to daring flips, this demonstration will leave you amazed and inspired. Whether you're a seasoned skater or just curious to see some incredible roller-skating skills you’ll wanna check this one out…