Skateboarding France

The sports department has recognized skate as a sport discipline since the mid s. Since 1997, skateboard is connected to the French roller-skating federation, now known as the French roller sports federation. This recognition of skate allowed the creation of diplomas, the organisation of an official French championship and the creation of a technical and sporting regulation with the recognition of the specialities street, ramp, bowl and descent.

Element skateboards born in 1992 in California, linked to Surf Surf Group, manufactures skateboards, trucks and wheels. The brand offers textile products in surf and skate. The graphic concept of the brand is based on the four elements. In his skate team, Element has great names like Chad Muska, Bam Margera or Bucky Lasek.

Volcom, California's reference for surfing and skating, was born in 1991. In particular, the mark is famous for its rebel spirit, with a slogan that dates from: «Youth Against Establishment». The brand has a super skate team with among others Geoff Rowley, Dustin Dollin, David Gonzalez, Alain Goikoetxea, Kris Vile, Peter Molec, Roberto Alemán, Rob Maatman, Andi Welther, Javier Sarmiento…

Etnies is a brand of skateurs and lifestyle. The brand's shoes are comfortable, technical and design. The creator of the famous Callicut, a basket basket with the E of Etnies looking at both the city and a board, also invented ultra-skate models such as the Shekler 2 and the Arto. 2 or even pure style models like Bernie, Etnies knows how to respond to a wide demand from its customers. His team finds such that Jason Dill, Kyle Leeper, and Eric Fletcher and Charles Collet.

Shop at the very nice welcome, At QHUIT offers all the models

Des, Poyz & Pirlz and Keep (men, women, accessories) and a wide selection of vintage caps and sneakers. Located in Paris in the heart of the Abbesses in the 18 ^th district, this boutique, with a declared taste of décalé style and humour, was created by Jérôme Tardivel and Nicolas Alanquand who have always supported rappers and skateurs. Qhuit still supports a Skating Team of eight people between the ages of 14 and 38. And above all, Qhuit is about to launch its own range of boards!

Born in California in 1996, the brand of skateboards was first created as a skate wear before becoming a skateboard. High quality high rock boards are mounted in Mexico. The brand also publishes its own videos like "Misled Yotuh" or "Zero Gold Die". In the team we find Chris Cole, Zach Miller and of course Jamie Thomas.

It's the legendary brand of New York City. Since 1993, you can find Skateboards Zoo, wheels and clothing 100% underground New Yorkers. The brand draws inspiration from the old school culture. In his team we find Zered Bassett, Brandon Westgate, Aaron Suski…

The skateboarder and artist Mark Gonzales founded BLIND Skateboard in 1989. The name of the mark of a skate joke by Mark Gonzales in relation to his former sponsor named Vision Skateboard. We appreciate the legendary brand for the aqualité of its planks, giving the wood and the beauty of prints. The brand also released a video of The Blind Video. The brand team includes Morgan Smith, Ronnie Creager, James Craig and Jake Brown.

Situated on the intermediate plateau a stone's throw from the Nahuques animal park, Mont-de-Marsan's Street Park is divided into two parts: a 1,000 m² concrete skate area suitable for skateboards, rollerblades, bikes, scooters and BMX, and a dirt BMX track suitable for all levels. The site is accessible to all, regardless of age or level, to enable a wide audience to enjoy themselves. You can also take advantage of the on-site picnic area to spend the whole day. And there's plenty for snowboarders too!

Ready to discover the magnificent greenways and forest paths between Labenne and Capbreton on an all-terrain electric skateboard? A signatory of the Sustainable Tourism charter, Izi Rider is the only board park in the south of the Landes region to offer e-skate rides from the age of 6. On the program: introductions, personalized activities in the heart of a secure site under the pine trees, supervised by a state-qualified instructor... And thrills (or leisure) on scooters! With family, friends or colleagues.

Open to skates, rollerblades and scooters (pegs are forbidden), the Basque coast's first indoor skatepark confirms its success with a surface area of 1,415 m² in complete safety. Bowl and street areas (250 m²) are available for sessions from 7 to 77 years old. A sport that develops balance and agility. Children aged 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult. You can also book introductory or advanced courses during the school vacations, which are offered to children aged 4 and over, and admire their exploits.

The Crolles park is one of France's largest facilities dedicated to urban glides. These are the spots of Annecy, Bordeaux, Bastia and Metz which have served as a model for this scale project. 1 500 m ² of pleasure slip with a bowl of 500 m ² to complete all the figures. And an area of street with elements of urban furniture (stairs, stairs, benches)… to expand the possibilities for gliding. The room also has a dirt trail for the BMX. The skate park is open to all freely and the wearing of the helmet as well as protection is recommended. Located near the Guy-Bolès gym.

The location allows you to welcome skate, roller and BMX. On a surface of 600 m ² with a concrete coating, this skate offers six modules: a ramp, a funbox with a jump table surmounted by a 3/3 (ledge) trunk, a hip in inclined plane, two sub boxes, rails and curbs on the descent. In 2005, some changes made it possible to improve the safety of used users. Admission is free.

Located behind the swimming pool, this versatile skate is very pleasant. Different modules are arranged on the 900 m ² of land. The room is open to the skates, BMX and rollers. For spectators or those who want to take a break, covered galleries have been set up. There is also a water point for drinking or filling your bottles. The infrastructure includes a mini ramp, a quarter in hip, an inclined plane launcher, jumping tables, an inclined plane - table - inclined plane, two walls and a pallet to weeling. The layout allows interesting combinations but the beginners may be impresionnés by the imposing modules character.

With a larger surface of 600 m ², this skate park in the heart of the city has five modules: a jump table with half-pyramid and a lateral curve, a small jump table with a lateral bridge and two planar planes. The modules are metal and the entry is free. It's a good playground before you get to the étrier or get involved in the étrier.

Rollerblading, skateboarding and BMXing in a concrete paradise just 2 steps from the beach. Teens flock to this area, one of the finest in Aquitaine and one of the top twenty in France according to amateurs and specialists. With a surface area of 2,000 m², the spot features ledges, slopes and half-tanks - a composition that sliders love! The area is divided into four distinct zones for all levels. BMX enthusiasts can also have a great time: a grind bar and logs at the edge of the bowl help them along. Secure setting.

In Metz, two skateparks are open to all, and have long brought together a community of skate enthusiasts. The Plan d'Eau skatepark behind the skating rink, with its mixed facilities, is suitable for all ages and levels. The Bowl at Parc de la Seille, a fast-paced course covering 500 m², is aimed more at the most gifted skaters. In fact, this area is very well known, and people come from far and wide to try out a few tricks! Please note, however, that access to these facilities is free, and children must be supervised by their parents.

Here's a great urban skating area open to the general public! The Palais Omnisports de Marseille is home to an indoor skatepark and two ice rinks (one Olympic, the other recreational). Skaters, rollerbladers and BMX daredevils can enjoy 20,700^m2 of space, complete with obstacles and play areas. Four areas are available for maximum thrills: a ramp area, a street area, a foam pit and a special area for young riders. Practice is free! To learn the necessary technique and safety rules, or to progress on your own: accompanied by an instructor, you can take introductory lessons from the age of 4. In a group or as a family, you can also discover the thrills of ice karting all year round! Regular evening and weekend entertainment and events. The Palais des Glaces also hosts national and international championships, open to the public. You can also rent equipment on site (scooters, helmets, skateboards, rollerblades, BMX, etc.). In short, it's the ideal place for gliding and thrills! A must-see (or rediscover).

Open for 24 years, and recently refurbished, in the heart of the Parc de Gerland, Lyon's Skate Park is the place to be for everything that rolls according to well-defined slots and categories (rollerblading, skateboarding, BMX...). But if you're looking to take to the ramps in preparation for the next Olympics, this is the place to go for safe, fun skating. Designed for rollerblading, skateboarding and BMX enthusiasts, it features a 1,500^m2 indoor skatepark with 3 zones (bowl, street and aerial) and a 2,500^m2 outdoor area with mini-ramps and modules. A superb space for practising your favourite sport in the best possible conditions.

Mojito Skateshop is a shop dedicated to skateboarding founded in 2011 by passionate skateboarders. In the heart of Reims, in a vast 120 ^m2 space, you will find a wide choice of skateboard and street art items and more than 200 major brands of clothing and shoes. Over the seasons, discover new collections to dress your look with a touch of streetwear or sportswear in the latest trend. Mojito Skateshop is also an art gallery that hosts exhibitions of local street art artists throughout the year. The shop also offers you concert tickets so you don't miss out on any of the events that are taking place in the city!

The greenway runs from Bernay town centre to Broglie, passing through beautiful countryside dotted with working mills and charming, authentic Norman houses. In all, the 13-kilometre route takes you through the picturesque Charentonne valley. Cyclists, rollerbladers and walkers rub shoulders on a small asphalt road closed to motorised vehicles and horseback riders.

Business is booming on the Merville-Franceville waterfront! Opened in 2020 as the first facility of its kind in Calvados, this pumptrack is a real success. The course is made up of three loop-shaped mogul tracks. What awaits you: a series of bends, dips and bumps in asphalt. Unlike the skatepark, the pumptracks provide access to the tracks for a wide range of board sports, including skateboarding of course, but also rollerblading, mountain biking, BMX and even scooters. A must for skate aficionados young and old!

It's a true haven of peace and relaxation in the heart of nature and on the water's edge. On sunny days, you can enjoy a swim and lunch with your feet up on the grass. In the snack bar, you'll find drinks, sandwiches, French fries, ice creams, pancakes... Children will have a blast in the playground, the inflatables, the skate park and the mini-golf. Older children can enjoy the pétanque, tennis and basketball courts, the fitness trail, fishing, walking and cycling. There's also a tree-climbing course for everyone.

With the terrain de la baumette and the skatepark, skateboarders are spoilt for choice! Lovers of grind, slide, ollie, manual and complex figures, this skatepark is dedicated to you. Covering an area of 1,200 m², surrounded by greenery, it offers urban skateboarders a wide range of modules: inclined planes, low walls, a double slope, rails, curbs, a springboard, ledges, steps and a bowl. Accessible to all, from age 8 upwards, young and old alike can enjoy rollerblading, BMX, scootering and, of course, skateboarding.

L'ÉPICENTRE is the place to be for skateboard enthusiasts in Aurillac. With 4,200 m² dedicated to skateboarding and BMX, this is a unique space that attracts riders from all over the region. The 450 m² heated indoor skatepark is ideal for perfecting your tricks, while the 1100 m² outdoor skatepark offers an XXL playground for thrill-seekers. The Session Libre association, which runs the facility, also organizes courses and summer camps for all levels, as well as rock concerts to liven up your evenings.

This Skate Park is one of the Top 10 European Skate Parks! Built 500 m from the sea, it is in the heart of a new 8-hectare park with games for children and a petanque court. Leisure activities for all ages: while daddy is playing petanque, the children will be skating, rollerblading, BMX or scooter riding, as it is open to all these activities. Composed in two parts: a bowl part and the other one a street area, a course inspired by the street, with modules (ramp, stairs...).

Skateboarding has its own academy in the Basque Country, in Saint-Jean-de-Luz to be precise. All year round, in secure areas supervised by qualified skateboarders, free courses and introductory courses are available for individuals and groups. There's no age limit for skateboarding, so whether you're a child or an adult, feel free to take to the bowls at your leisure. The Skatepark also organizes birthday parties with challenges and gifts. And exhibitions, video screenings and meetings with professional skateboarders. The ideal fun and sporting activity during your stay.