June 21 - Go Skateboarding Day

Happy Go Skateboarding Day™! Inspired skaters carve a space on their calendar on June 21 each year for today! 

Retailers, sponsors, parks, and individuals around the world host events showcasing this rebellious and creative culture. A combination of athleticism, dance, and art, skateboarding has grown up in an urban world.  

It also crosses multicultural divides and speaks to a diverse population. Skaters test the laws of gravity with a variety of aerials and twists, thrilling their fans. 

Since the 1950s, skateboarding has been changing and advancing. Beginning with modified surfboards in California, the sport grew into a worldwide phenomenon.  

The first skateboards were shorter surfboards upgraded with wheels. Since then, every modification has enabled skateboarders to develop more sophisticated and higher tricks. 

Famous Skateboarders: 

• • Tony Hawk – Besides being one of the best-known skateboarders worldwide, Hawk is a successful businessman, activist, video game developer, and more. 

• • Danny Way – Hailing from California, this international skateboarder puts on a show. For example, check out his risky tricks like jumping from helicopters (1997) and jumping over the Great Wall of China (2005). 

• • Eric Koston – At the age of eleven, Koston picked up skateboarding and never looked back. By 1992, he turned pro and is an inspiration to many younger skaters today. 

• • Lizzie Armanto – Like many athletes, Armanto credits her mom with her success. Her firsts add up, too – one of the most prominent being the first woman to successfully complete Tony Hawk’s 360-loop ramp. 

• • Mike McGill – As a member of the Skateboarding Hall of Fame, McGill deserves recognition. He also developed the McTwist – an inverted 540° mute grab aerial. 

HOW TO OBSERVE 

 One of the best ways to celebrate the day is by showing off your skills. While you do that, be sure to mentor another skateboarder by showing them the ropes.  

 As you support others who are developing their skills, invite them to events where they can master them. You can also host an event or check out ones near you.  

 Other ways to celebrate the day include: 

• • Learn new skateboarding moves. 

• • Visit your favorite shop and upgrading your board. 

• • Attend a skateboarding competition. 

• • Help develop a skating park in your community. 

• • Create a skateboarding video. 

• • Watch a skateboarding documentary. 

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/skateboarding/ 

 https://www.amazon.com/Bones-Brigade-Autobiography-Tony-Hawk/dp/B01M18QDUV/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&keywords=skateboarding+documentary&qid=1592499954&sr=8-4&linkCode=sl1&tag=zoovioinc.-20&linkId=94a6de5f79a6ee2990daf4033223e33b&language=en_US_

 Use #GoSkateboardingDay to share on social media. 

 HISTORY 

 Founded in 2004 by the International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC) in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, today has grown into a worldwide celebration of the sport. 

 http://www.theiasc.org 

 #GoSkateboardingDay 

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