We are a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to “support youth in their mental health by utilizing action sports and outdoor recreation to teach resilience skills and to foster the development of confidence, competence, connection, and character.”

We require participants in our skate lessons and camps to wear helmets. We also recommend that participants also wear knee pads because sliding on knee pads is one of the techniques we teach for falling safely. We have a limited supply of helmets and pads available for participants to borrow. Fit is a crucial factor in the effectiveness of safety gear. Loose fitting equipment that does not stay securely in place doesn’t protect very well. At our park we proudly use Destroyer Equipment and recommend the G Series Grom and Youth PadT

Both formats deliver our unique blend of skateboard and mental resilience training. Camps are typically four consecutive days of condensed training during a specific week whereas classes are once a week and run over the course of an 8-week season. Camps are a great introduction to our program and provide a quick jumpstart into the skateboarding world. Classes are perfect for In the summer, our day camps are longer (3-4 hours) and include games, activities, and arts and crafts.

Carry On is designed for all youth who want to learn how to skateboard and develop resilience. Just like physical health is important for anyone with a body, mental health is important for anyone with a brain! Our program is designed to help youth become aware of the importance of their mental health early in life. We teach basic principles like mindfulness, purpose, and focus to help participants understand the connection between their mind, their wellbeing, and their performance. Participants of our program not only develop confidence and competence in the sport of skateboarding, but are more aware of their thought patterns, more inclined to view challenges as opportunities, and more willing to persevere through adversity to accomplish their goals

No, we have equipment available for you to borrow. If you do enroll into Carry On programs we have partnered with a local board shop to make sure you get a discount the next time you need to buy skate equipment. Ask a staff member next time you are in our skatepark.

We break our participants into three broad categories based on their skill level (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced). See our level breakdown to see what best fits your child’s current skill level.