What are the benefits of skateboarding?
Skateboarding improves balance, co-ordination, strengthens muscles, builds self-confidence, motivation, creativity, self-esteem and encourages friendships.
Skateboarding Teaches You
self-awareness
self-discipline
dedication
self-worth
responsibility
engagement
determination
teamwork
to help others
mentoring skills
to overcome your fears
to solve problems
to attain goals
life skills and social responsibility
to manage successes and disappointments
to respect others
to never give up
to relate and interact positively with others
to be part of a team and a community that doesn’t judge
hope
that we all matter!
Skateboarding Provides You With
a sense of achievement
a sense of belonging to something
positive interaction with others
a chance to learn new tricks
a way to inspire confidence
a place to make new friends
happiness
fun
Skateboarding Helps
build self-confidence
build character
build a higher self-esteem
with emotional and behavioral problems
develop motor skills
develop social skills
build physical and mental skills
relieve and reduce stress
enhance courage
build cardio and core strength
improve balance and strength
with weight loss
improve concentration and coordination
you stay out of trouble!
Skateboarding Encourages
a positive self-image
creativity
communication
camaraderie
physical fitness by being active
social interaction
mental wellness
Skateboarding is a mental discipline with a physical approach, part of the ongoing challenge is to have your mind and body work together and think while you are moving.
