A learn-to-skate day was held in Snells Beach in January.
A learn-to-skateboard day is being held at Snells Beach Skatepark on September 13, 9am to 12noon.
There will be three skateboard instructors to help people learn to skate or improve their skills. Skateboards and safety equipment supplied.
The OnBoard Skateboard School has been running events around Auckland for two years, working with more than 15,000 kids.
Co-founder Steve Hodges says the day is an opportunity for anybody in the local community, young and old, to come along and give skateboarding a try or learn some new skills.
“I believe the culture of skateboarding is a healthy alternative to traditional team sports and is a great way for kids to get active.”
The event is funded with $12,000 from Rodney and Hibiscus Coast Local Boards.
The organisation has held two previous events in Snells Beach and will hold skateboard lessons at Mahurangi College later in the year. Entry $5.
