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What can you tell me about European Skateboard Association?
Thomas RAYMOND worked a lot to create the European Skateboard Association
and the International Skateboard Federation. But it’s over now. This guy is no more
involved in our commission. He’s also very busy in his club in Montpellier and he’s
the boss of the Battle of the Year (world Hip Hop dancing event).
I wish we would find some time and motivation with other countries to make some
prjetcs together (contests, twinnings, ...)
What advice would you give to someone who wants to start something like that in
his country?
First, it’s important to develop a group around a main project. A federation is a
group of local clubs and influnet riders that want to develop skateboarding in the
country all together.
Then, create young categories (under 18 and under 16).
Try to develop the training of local instructors (the base of the pyramid) to help them
to be in charge of young riders and share the passion.