The World Freestyle Skateboarding Championships showcased Paolo Virgilio Demurtas, a skilled skater with 20 years of street experience and 4-5 years of freestyle skateboarding experience. His winning routine emphasises planning, variety, consistency, and personal flair. Demurtas advises working on weaknesses, maintaining a base routine, and choosing relaxing music for runs.
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5 minutes with Michael Malyszko
The Bones Brigade VHS classic, Future Primitive, sparked Michael Malyskyo’s love for freestyle skateboarding. Currently he is tackling tricky moves like the ollie finger laser flip. His advice for newcomers? Just practice and don’t forget the shin guards.
Freestyle contest advice – Part Two
Thinking about signing up for a freestyle skateboarding contest? Before you go, get to know the event structure and judging criteria.
Read up on insights from experienced judges like Tony Gale, Denham Hill, and Kevin Wessels on what they’re looking for, including variety, technicality, consistency, style, and originality.
5 minutes with David Mock
Queensland skateboarder David Mock explains the roots of freestyle skateboarding. He also details his passion project, All Terrain Skateboards, which made freestyle decks in the 1980s. Mock now focuses on refining classic tricks and moderating the local freestyle skateboarding group on Facebook. He believes the 80s cannot compare to today’s dynamic freestyle scene.
Freestyle contest advice – Part One
Sean Robinson and Sarah Park-Matott share their experiences in freestyle skateboarding competitions. They emphasise the importance of competing against oneself and embracing personal growth over winning. Despite the challenges, both skaters find value in the connections and motivation gained from participating, encouraging others to give it a try.