Skateboarding

One of the newest Olympic sports, skateboarding has come a long way since its roots in 1960s California. The best thing about it? It doesn’t require a pre-determined ‘pitch’ or ‘field’ size, or length of time, so it can be enjoyed just about anywhere.

Pros:

  • Inexpensive (just a skateboard)
  • Usually considered one of the coolest sports
  • No time limit
  • Does not require a pre-determined ‘pitch’ or ‘field’ size
  • It’s social, and is known for its friendly community
  • Fitness: good for building muscle endurance & strength
  • Increases your bravery!
  • Lots of skateparks around the country
  • ‘Street’ skateboarding can be enjoyed just about anywhere

Cons:

  • Requires patience and determination
  • Minor injuries are fairly common
  • In fact, you will probably hurt yourself every time you skateboard
  • There will always be someone better than you!

Find your nearest skatepark at https://www.skateparks.co.uk/park-finder/

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