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World Rookie Street Tour: the new urban chapter of the World Rookie Tour

Posted on November 13, 2025November 13, 2025

The World Rookie Tour expands with the launch of the World Rookie Street Tour: a fresh urban series for freeskiers and snowboarders, created in collaboration with Rock A Rail.

The World Rookie Street Tour is here! And it’s bringing a brand-new urban twist to the legendary World Rookie Tour.
This season, the WRT joins forces with Rock A Rail, Europe’s most iconic street event, to create a platform where freeskiers and snowboarders can showcase their creativity, style, and progression in authentic urban environments.

From now on, during each Rock A Rail stop, one full day will be transformed into a World Rookie Fest, officially part of the World Rookie Street Tour calendar.
Riders will challenge themselves on rails, ledges, and innovative street features, turning every city setup into a playground for new tricks and bold style.

The first stop of the World Rookie Street Tour kicks off this Sunday, November 16th, at the Open Rail Jam in Hintertux, during the World Rookie Camp.
The top riders will earn a spot for Rock A Rail Innsbruck, where they’ll join the action alongside some of the 2025 WRT champions.

After Hintertux, the World Rookie Street Tour will move to Riga, Latvia (November 30th), and then to the Netherlands (December 21st); spreading the WRT energy across Europe before the winter tour fully begins.

The World Rookie Street Tour represents the natural evolution of the WRT philosophy, bringing its authentic spirit of progression, friendship, and creativity into the heart of the city.
By joining forces with Rock A Rail, the Tour connects mountain and urban cultures, inspiring a new generation of riders to express themselves beyond the slopes.
Each stop of the World Rookie Street Tour will deliver not only contests, but also community vibes, music, and the unmistakable rookie energy that makes the WRT truly unique.

*Rock A Rail The Hague in The Netherlands*

This new chapter confirms the mission of the World Rookie Tour: to inspire young talent, connect communities, and celebrate action sports culture in all its forms —from the backcountry to city streets.

Upcoming stops:

Nov 16 – Open Rail Jam Hintertux, Austria
Nov 30 – RaR Rookie Fest Riga, Latvia
Dec 21 – RaR Rookie Fest Den Haag, Netherlands

Same progression. New playground. The World Rookie Street Tour is on.

THE GRAND FINALE: WORLD ROOKIE FINALS 2026

Posted on October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

The World Rookie Finals 2026 are not just competitions, they’re the beating heart of the international youth freestyle movement. Every year, this unique event gathers the best up-and-coming snowboarders and freeskiers from all around the world, transforming two of the Alps’ most iconic destinations into playgrounds of creativity, progression, and friendship. For young riders, the Finals represent both a goal and a dream: the chance to step into the spotlight, push personal limits, and experience the true spirit of the World Rookie Tour.

FREESKI FINALS – MADONNA DI CAMPIGLIO, ITALY

From March 15 to 20, 2026, the spotlight will first shine on Madonna di Campiglio, one of the most famous resorts in the Brenta Dolomites and a true paradise for freestyle skiing. The Freeski Finals Madonna di Campiglio will feature Slopestyle and Big Air competitions, where Europe’s best rookies will show off style, amplitude, and technical precision. Riders will challenge perfectly shaped lines at Ursus Snowpark, a location renowned for its creative setup and breathtaking alpine views. Between one run and the next, athletes and fans alike will experience the unique atmosphere of the Dolomites, where sport, nature, and community blend in perfect harmony.

SNOWBOARD FINALS – KAPRUN, AUSTRIA

Immediately after the Freeski event, the action will move across the Alps to Kaprun – Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, in the Zell am See-Kaprun region. From March 21 to 28, 2026, the Snowboard Finals Kaprun will bring together the top young snowboarders from every corner of the globe. This edition will feature both Slopestyle and Halfpipe, two disciplines that have defined the identity of the World Rookie Tour since its origins. Kaprun’s snowpark and halfpipe are among the best in Europe, offering the perfect setup for breathtaking tricks and high-level competition.

The World Rookie Finals 2026 will once again confirm their status as the most important youth freestyle event in the world a week where future champions are crowned and lifelong friendships are born. With side events, music, workshops, and a vibrant community spirit, the Finals are much more than a contest: they’re the place where the next generation of riders finds its voice and builds its future on snow.

World Rookie Tour Documentary: 20 years of action sports

Posted on October 16, 2025

The World Rookie Tour Documentary: 20 years of action sports is finally here.
Premiering on Thursday, October 23 at 16:00 CET on the official World Rookie Tour YouTube channel, the film celebrates two decades of passion, progression, and community in youth freestyle sports.

From the first snowboard contest to a four-season global tour

It all started in 2006 at Mottolino Snowpark in Livigno, Italy, where a small group of snowboarders gathered for the first Livigno Rookie Fest. What began as a local snowboard event soon became a worldwide movement: the World Rookie Tour, the longest-running youth freestyle series in Italy and one of the most respected in the world.

The first official documentary, released in 2015, covered the early years of the Tour (2006–2015), when everything revolved around snowboarding.
Now, a decade later, the story continues with a brand-new chapter (2016–2025) that shows how the Tour has grown into a four-season international circuit, including snowboard, freeski, skateboard, and surf.

A pathway for the next generation

Since its beginnings, the World Rookie Tour has provided a real platform for young riders to develop their talent and start a professional career in action sports.
Many of today’s global champions started right here as rookies.
Takeru Otsuka became a three-time World Rookie Finals winner before earning X Games gold.
Kokomo Murase first competed at just eleven and later became an Olympian and X Games champion.
Valentino Guseli stands today as one of the most complete snowboarders in the world, with World Cup podiums across halfpipe, slopestyle, and big air.
Hiroto Ogiwara, two-time World Rookie Champion (2021 & 2022), set a Guinness World Record by landing the first-ever backside 1980.
Matej Švancer turned rookie titles into Youth Olympic gold and FIS World Cup victories, and Leila Iwabuchi made history in 2025 by landing the first-ever back-to-back 1260 line in women’s snowboarding.
From the skate scene, Toe Sasaki, a former WRT competitor, became the 2024 World Skateboarding Championship gold medalist, while Mia Brookes became the youngest Snowboard World Champion ever.

More than competition

The World Rookie Tour Documentary 20 Years is not just about contests and medals. It’s about growing together, building friendships, and sharing creativity across generations and continents. Each event — from the snowy peaks of Livigno to the skateparks of Europe and the beaches of surf rookies — reflects the same Rookie spirit: learning, connection, and fun.

Featuring interviews with Meinhard Trojer and Marco Sampaoli, Co-Founders of the World Rookie Tour, the new film retraces the evolution of this global community and the power of believing in youth.

Watch the World Rookie Tour Documentary – 20 Years of Action Sports premiere on Thursday, October 23, at 16:00 CET on YouTube, and don’t forget to subscribe and set your reminder to join the celebration live.

*Freeski joined the World Rookie Tour family in 2019, bringing new style and progression to the mountains.*

*Skateboarding became part of the World Rookie Tour in 2019, taking the Rookie spirit from snow to the streets.*

*Surf joined the World Rookie Tour in 2021, making the dream of a true four-season action sports circuit complete.*

He.Art Project: when Art, Snow, and Inclusion meet in Hintertux

Posted on October 6, 2025

During the Hintertux Opening 2025, the Black Yeti crew brought creativity and inclusion to the glacier with a new and inspiring edition of the He.Art Project, featuring the talented artist Harald Kirchebner. This special moment turned the mountain into an open-air studio, where riders, artists, and guests from Lebenshilfe Tirol came together to celebrate the power of art, snow, and community.

The He.Art Project was born from a simple but powerful idea: that art and snowboarding share the same energy. Both are about self-expression, emotion, and breaking boundaries. On the snow, riders express themselves through movement; on canvas, artists express the same spirit through colour and form. This weekend in Hintertux, those two worlds met in perfect harmony.

Together with Lebenshilfe Tirol, an association that supports people with disabilities in living active, creative, and independent lives, the project became a vibrant example of inclusion through creativity. Participants and riders collaborated side by side, creating paintings inspired by the mountains, snowflakes, and the joy of sharing experiences outdoors. Each brushstroke reflected freedom, friendship, and the universal language of art.

As the glacier sparkled under the autumn sun, laughter and colours filled the space. Harald Kirchebner guided the group with his unique artistic approach, encouraging everyone to express their emotions freely. For many, it was their first time combining painting and snow — a moment to remember, where the spirit of the mountains met the warmth of human connection.

Through initiatives like this, Black Yeti and the World Rookie Tour continue to promote a vision of snowboarding that goes beyond competition. It’s about community, creativity, and inclusion – about transforming the mountains into a space where everyone belongs.

Because snowboarding isn’t just a sport — it’s a culture made of shared passion, open minds, and endless inspiration.

Big shoutout to Andrea “Mone” Monsberger for immortalising all the good vibes of this special day

From kids to kings: World Rookie Skateboarding Finals 2025 in Velenje

Posted on October 1, 2025October 7, 2025

Right below, you can watch the highlight video of the 2025 World Rookie Skateboarding Finals, bringing back the most epic tricks and unforgettable vibes from Velenje.

The 2025 World Rookie Skateboarding Finals turned Velenje, Slovenia, into the epicentre of youth skateboarding. On September 28, the brand-new Urbani Park Velenje hosted an unforgettable showdown, confirming itself as one of the best skateparks in Europe. Designed by the Slovenian pro Chris Khan, this 2,200 m² concrete playground became the battlefield where the best young skaters from all over the world battled for the World Rookie titles.

Bowl Girls Final

The girls’ Bowl contest was dominated by the youngest riders. Olive Newman from the UK, only 12 years old, impressed the judges with stylish Vert tricks and grinds, scoring 75.33 and securing first place as well as the coveted Golden Ticket for all 2026 World Rookie Tour stops. Teresa Havlikova (Czechia) and Jolana Stepanova (Czechia) completed the podium, proving that the next generation is ready to shine.

*Olive Newman (UK) Bowl Champion – ph. Drago Emberšič*

Bowl Boys Final

The boys’ Bowl final was all about Italian rising star Mattia Murroni. At just 10 years old, he landed Backside 540s and Kickflip Indy Grabs to achieve an 89.33, earning first place and his Golden Ticket. Adam Slavicinsky from Czechia and UK skater Scotti Cammarota followed with powerful performances, both receiving invitations to the 2026 Mystic Cup.

*Mattia Murroni (ITA) Bowl Champion 2025 – ph. Drago Emberšič*

Street Girls Final

The Street Girls’ final was a nail-biter. Italy’s Irene Panzavolta came out on top with a technical and consistent run, highlighted by a Shuvit Backboard and Backside Flip, finishing with a 70.75 score. Finland’s Unna Peltolato and Belgium’s Pippa Mestdagh took second and third place, separated by only half a point.

The youngest skaters also took the spotlight in the World Rookie Skateboarding Finals with the Street Grom Girls division. The Netherlands’ Yara Backx claimed the top spot with solid consistency and creative lines through the Urbani Park obstacles. Italy’s Dora Gasperini earned a strong second place, showing style and progression, while Portugal’s Benny Roquette completed the podium in third. This category confirmed that the rookie stage is not just about older teens—talent is already exploding among riders under 16.

*Irene Panzavolta (ITA) Overall Champion 2025 – ph. Drago Emberšič*

Street Boys Final

The Street Boys division delivered the highest scores of the event. Pacal Teixeira from Portugal, just 14, took the overall victory with an outstanding 92.75. His flawless run included a Kickflip Backside Tail Slide and a Tre Flip over a huge gap. Belgium’s Beau Brunclair claimed second place with a 90.00, while Francis Cotton (Belgium) rounded out the podium.

Teixeira not only secured the World Rookie Skateboarding Finals 2025 title but also earned three Golden Tickets: entry to O Marisquino, Mystic Cup, and all 2026 World Rookie Tour stops.

*Pacal Teixeira (POR) Overall Street Champion 2025 – ph. Drago Emberšič*

With riders from nearly 20 countries, the event proved once again that the World Rookie Skateboarding Finals are the ultimate stage for the next generation of skateboarding talent.

Fans can relive the event below

Below is the full photo gallery.

You can download the full ranking (street & bowl) at the following LINK

WORLD ROOKIE CAMP – TRAIN, SHRED & HAVE FUN!

Posted on March 20, 2025September 10, 2025

WORLD ROOKIE CAMP:

the ultimate training experience for the next generation of freestyle riders

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WHAT IS THE WORLD ROOKIE CAMP?

The World Rookie Camp is the ultimate experience for young snowboarders, freeskiers, skateboarders, and surfers who want to improve their skills, have fun, and meet like-minded riders worldwide. Whether you’re looking to perfect your tricks or try a brand-new sport, our camps provide the best training with professional coaches and top international athletes.

Each World Rookie Camp is designed to help you progress in a fun and friendly environment, making it the perfect chance to spend time with your friends while riding in some of the most epic locations on the planet.

WORLD ROOKIE CAMP 2025.26 TOUR – WHERE & WHEN?

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WHY JOIN A WORLD ROOKIE CAMP?

Improve & Learn – train with pro riders, skaters, and surfers and take your skills to the next level.
Try a new sport – discover a new passion! Ride waves, drop in at a skatepark, or hit the snow for the first time.
Live the best Rookie experience – enjoy a full schedule of activities, from contests to fun sessions with friends.
Meet riders from around the globe – be part of the World Rookie Tour family and make lifelong connections.
Shred, Skate & Surf in the Best Locations – ride in world-class snowparks, skateparks, and surf spots.

MORE THAN JUST A CAMP – A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!

A World Rookie Camp is more than just training—it’s a unique experience where young riders can push their limits, explore new sports, and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re fine-tuning your skills or stepping into a new discipline, our expert coaches and pro athletes will guide you every step of the way. Beyond the action, our camps provide an opportunity to connect with other passionate riders, share epic moments, and grow both as athletes and as individuals. From sunset surf sessions to late-night skate jams and powder days in world-class resorts, every World Rookie Camp is an adventure waiting to be lived!

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The 20-Year World Rookie Tour documentary premieres on World of Freesports!

Posted on March 13, 2025March 14, 2025

From the early days of snowboarding competitions to becoming a global multi-sport tour featuring skateboard, freeski, and surf, the World Rookie Tour has shaped the history of action sports. To celebrate two decades of incredible tricks, unforgettable moments, and continuous growth, an exclusive documentary is set to premiere, taking you on a journey through this amazing adventure.

The documentary will be broadcast on World of Freesports, the leading platform for action sports, reaching millions of viewers worldwide through TV channels, OTT services, and FAST streaming platforms in over 100 countries across 4 continents.

From snowboarding to a multi-sport tour: the evolution of the World Rookie Tour

Originally launched as a snowboard-only competition, the World Rookie Tour has expanded year after year, becoming the ultimate launchpad for young riders. Over time, the format grew to include freeski, skateboard, and surf, welcoming a global community of rising stars ready to make their mark on the international scene.

*Skateboarding was added to the World Rookie Tour in 2018*

This documentary tells the story of the tour through the voices and performances of the athletes who grew up with the WRT and turned their passion into a professional career. From legendary alpine resorts to world-class skateparks and surf breaks, the World Rookie Tour has built a legacy like no other in action sports

Where to watch the documentary?

Thanks to the collaboration with World of Freesports, the documentary will be available across multiple TV channels, OTT platforms, and FAST Channel Partners, offering free, ad-supported streaming with no subscription required.

TV Channels and Media Networks:

Pan Africa: Supersport
Middle East: Abu Dhabi Sports
Austria: Servus TV
Balkans: Sportklub, EON (OTT)
Canada: RDS
China: Star Sports
Czech Republic & Slovakia: Nova Sport, VOYO (OTT)
Spain: Movistar Deportes
Greece & Cyprus: Novasports
Poland: Sportklub
Russia: TV Start
Slovenia: Sport TV
Switzerland & Liechtenstein: Blue Sport
France, Belgium, Luxembourg & Canada: Riding Zone TV (OTT)

FAST & OTT Platforms:

Rakuten (41 countries in Europe)
Free Live Sports (75 countries)
Bolt+ (104 countries)
WEDO.tv, Sportworld, Xiaomi TV+, Zattoo, and many more.

With such a wide media reach, action sports fans worldwide will be able to watch the documentary easily and for free!

Watch the documentary with us!

For an even more special experience, join the World Rookie Tour crew at two exclusive screenings where you can watch the documentary alongside riders and fellow action sports fans:
📍 Kitzsteinhorn – Zell am See-Kaprun – Monday, March 24th
📍 Madonna di Campiglio – Sunday, March 30th

This is the perfect chance to meet the WRT community, relive the most epic moments of the tour’s history, and celebrate 20 years of pure adrenaline together.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the evolution of the World Rookie Tour and the journey that has turned young talents into professional action sports athletes. The documentary is waiting for you!

The WRT Manifesto

Posted on January 9, 2023November 14, 2024

This is the WRT Manifesto: the vision and mission of the greatest U18 action sports tour of all times.

World Rookie Tour, where legends are born. A global platform fostering next generation pro riders, where human experience and life skills improvements matters as much as tech skills and competitions.. and have fun, really a lot of fun all together.

This is our Mission.

Watch it, and discover what this means.