SKATE TO RELATE

Skate to Relate is an occupational therapy-based, positive youth development program that enables at-risk youth Young people who are more likely to face negative outcomes due to circumstances that are often out of their control. to engage in skateboarding and art to increase emotional wellbeing, build resilience, foster personal growth, promote physical fitness, and provide mentorship and support

We help youth improve

Coping Skills

Resilience

Community Engagement

Confidence

Executive Functioning

  • Our program focuses on using skateboarding as a therapeutic tool to help participants manage stress, build self-esteem, and develop coping skills. Skateboarding provides an outlet for self-expression and a sense of accomplishment, promoting emotional well-being.

  • Through skateboarding, participants will have the opportunity to set and achieve personal goals, overcome challenges, and develop a growth mindset. Our program encourages self-reflection, self-awareness, and personal development.

  • Skateboarding inherently involves falling, getting back up, and trying again. By embracing the resilience required in skateboarding, participants learn to persevere, adapt to setbacks, and develop a resilient mindset that can be applied to other areas of life.

  • Skateboarding is a physically demanding activity that promotes strength, balance, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. Our program encourages regular physical activity and a healthy lifestyle among participants.

  • Our program pairs participants with experienced skateboarders who serve as mentors, providing guidance, support, and positive role modeling. Mentors also help participants develop life skills, set goals, and navigate challenges.

Program Objectives

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NOTE: As we are in the process to become a non-profit, tax deductible letters are available through our Fiscal Sponsor only if the donation is equal or major to $500.