Category: Next Event

The world’s best young skaters will converge in Prague from September 27 to 29, 2024, for the World Rookie Skateboard Finals. Hosted at the legendary Mystic Sk8 Park, this event will mark the grand finale of a season that spanned Europe and Southeast Asia. The Finals will gather top skaters from Europe, Asia, and the U.S., creating an unforgettable showcase of skateboarding talent and lifestyle.

Located on Štvanice Island and surrounded by the Vltava River, Mystic Sk8 Park offers a unique and iconic backdrop for the crowning of the 2024 World Rookie Skateboard Champions. The stakes are high, with impressive prizes up for grabs, including a wildcard to the Simple Session 2025 in Talin, invitations to the Mystic Sk8 Cup 2025, and exclusive Red Bull experiences.

This year’s Finals will feature riders from two age categories: the “Rookies” (born between 2005 and 2008) and the younger “Groms” (born in 2009 or later). Spectators can look forward to thrilling contests among the most promising young skateboarders, with the event broadcast live on www.boardriding.com.

Registrations are now open!
To participate, download the pre-registration form at the following LINK and submit the completed form via email to registration@worldrookietour.com. All participants must finalize their registrations on-site at Mystic Sk8 Park on September 27. On-site registration will be open Friday 27.09.2024 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 28.09.2024 from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Riders Office.

Entry packages:

• Skaters Package all included: € 230,00
  Entry Fee, 2 Nights, (27.-28.09.2024), 1 x Dinner at skate park Friday, 1 x meal at skate park Saturday + Goodie
  (single rooms are also available for additional cost)
• Coach or Parents Package all included: € 170,00
  2 Nights with Breakfast, 1 x Dinner at the skatepark Friday, 1 x meal at the skatepark Saturday + Goodie (single rooms also available for additional costs – extra per night)
• Local Skaters package (no lodging, no food): € 60,00
  Entry Fee + Goodie Bag

Soft drinks during the contest are included for all skaters
Help for hotel booking: David.jancar@mysticskatepark.cz

Along with high-stakes competitions, the event promises an incredible atmosphere, including meals and exclusive goodies for all participants. There will also be a vibrant international community of skateboarders and fans, making it a perfect place to meet other aspiring professionals.

Check out the provisional program:

Download HERE the info sheet

Whether you’re a skateboarding fan or an aspiring pro, the World Rookie Skateboard Finals in Prague is the place to be.
For more details, visit World Rookie Tour or Mystic Sk8 Park.

Chemnitz, Germany– August 23.25

Get ready for an adrenaline-packed weekend! The 13th edition of Bring Da Truckaz Rookie Fest, Germany’s biggest skateboard festival, is set to take place from August 23-25, 2024, at Konkordiapark Chemnitz. This highly anticipated event is a must-attend for skateboard enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

What to Expect:

Bring Da Truckaz offers three days of non-stop skateboarding excitement, featuring a variety of competitions and jams. Participants can join park, bowl, and Cash4Tricks jams, showcasing their skills and pushing their limits. Whether you’re a rookie or a pro, there’s a category for everyone. This year’s festival will also have an open skate format, allowing participants to enjoy the park and bowl freely. The event promises not only thrilling competitions but also open skate sessions and the opportunity to win wildcards for the World Rookie Skateboard Finals in Prague, Czech Republique, at the end of September. Skaters can win prizes, cash, and exclusive opportunities.

More than just skateboarding:

Bring Da Truckaz is not just about skateboarding; it’s a celebration of skate culture. Enjoy live performances by top DJs who will keep the energy high throughout the event. Feeling hungry? The festival will have a dedicated food and drink area to keep you fueled and refreshed.

For more details and the full schedule, visit Bring Da Truckaz and check out our Instagram for the latest updates and sneak peeks into what’s to come!

Why You Should Attend:

• Compete with the Best: Test your skills against some of the top skaters from Germany and beyond.
• Win Amazing Prizes: From cash rewards to exclusive gear, there are plenty of incentives to bring your A-game.
• Experience a Unique Atmosphere: The festival atmosphere is electric, with music, food, and a community of passionate skaters.

Event Details:

• Location: Konkordiapark Chemnitz
• Dates: August 23-25, 2024
• Website: Bring Da Truckaz

Join the Skateboarding Community:

Whether you’re competing or just watching, Bring Da Truckaz is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow skaters, make new friends, and experience the thrill of skateboarding at its best.

Don’t Miss Out!

With just a few weeks to go, now’s the time to gear up and get ready for an unforgettable skateboarding experience. Bring your friends, your boards, and your best tricks to Bring Da Truckaz. See you at Konkordiapark Chemnitz!

For more information visit the official website at Bring Da Truckaz and follow us on social media for updates and sneak peeks!

Vantaa, Finland – August 3.4

We are thrilled to announce the next stop of the World Rookie Tour: the Finnish Rookie Fest at Skate SM competition, taking place at Myyrmäen Skatepark in Vantaa on August 3 and 4, 2024. This event will gather top young skateboarding talents from around the world.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
• Location: Myyrmäen Skatepark, Vantaa, Finland
• Sports: Skateboarding (Street)
• Registration Fee: €20
• Contact: Nuutti Päällysaho, nuutti@rullalauta.fi, +358 44 3215194

Registrations are at the following LINK. Deadline July 28, 2024
In case of any questions, please contact info@rullalauta.fi

Join us for a free skateboarding trial session on August 4, 12:00 – 15:00, in collaboration with OnePlus and Vantaan Skeittarit Ry. Additionally, an adaptive skateboarding school for those needing special support will be held on August 3, 12:00-15:00, offering free equipment and instruction.

For more information, visit Rullalauta.fi.

Categories:

• Women’s Street: Groms (2009 and later), Rookies (2005-2008)
• Men’s Street: Groms (2009 and later), Rookies (2005-2008)

The Street competitions in the SKATE SM 2024 tour are part of the World Rookie Tour’s (WRT) World Rookie Ranking qualification series. This provides the top three in Grom and Rookie categories at the Vantaa Street finals with a place at the WRT finals in Prague from September 27-29. Additionally, the best-performing boy and girl will receive free participation and accommodation. Participants can also qualify by accumulating Rookie points from other WRT events, including all Street competitions in the SKATE SM 2024 tour. The World Rookie Ranking competition series aims to offer young skateboarders the chance to travel and experience competitions and skateboarders from other countries.

Inclusivity and Safety:
The event emphasizes zero tolerance for discrimination and a commitment to equality and safety. The competition is a free, open, and substance-free event, adhering to safe space principles.

Join us for an action-packed event and support the future stars of skateboarding! Stay updated with the latest news by following us on social media.

We look forward to seeing you in Vantaa for the Skate SM competition!

postponed to the end of August

Chișinău, Republic of Moldova – July 12-14

Get ready for an electrifying skateboarding event as the Moldavian Rookie Tour takes centre stage at the Skatepark Valea Trandafirilor in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, from July 12th to 14th. Now in its second edition, this event promises to be a thrilling showcase of young skateboarding talent, attracting rookies from around the globe.

Registration Details:

To participate in the Moldavian Rookie Fest, all skaters must register exclusively online. On-site registrations will not be accepted. Ensure your spot by completing the registration process by July 11. Email your registration details to office@extremrivulus.ro.

Event Program:

Day 1: July 12 (Friday)

• 09:00 – 18:00 – Athlete reception and participant registration
• 09:00 – 18:00 – Free practice in the park
• 18:00 – 19:00 – Opening ceremony

Day 2: July 13 (Saturday)

• 09:00 – 11:00 – Warm-up and official practice
• 11:00 – 11:30 – Riders Meeting
• 11:30 – 14:00 – Qualifiers for all categories (boys, girls, groms, rookies, super groms)
• 14:00 – 15:00 – Lunch break
• 15:00 – 17:00 – Finals for age categories, where applicable
• 17:00 – 18:00 – Best Trick Contest (Open format)
• 18:00 – 19:00 – Award ceremony
• 19:00 – 22:00 – Party with DJ

Day 3: July 14 (Sunday)

• Reserve day: In case of bad weather on Saturday, the contest will take place on this day.
• If the weather is favourable on Saturday:
• 10:00 – 13:00 – Photo and video session on the streets of Chișinău (all participating riders are invited)

Important Note:

Please be aware that the program is subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Participants and spectators are advised to check daily updates posted at the event venue.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness the future stars of skateboarding in action. See you at the Skatepark Valea Trandafirilor for the Moldavian Rookie Tour!

For more information and updates, stay tuned to our official channels.

We are excited to announce the Hamburg Rookie Fest, a key qualifying event for the World Rookie Tour! Scheduled to take place on June 14-16, 2024, this thrilling event will bring together the best young snowboarders from around the world. Competitors will showcase their skills and vie for a coveted spot in the World Rookie Finals.

Event Highlights:

• Date: June 14-16, 2024
• Location: TSG Sportpark Neuallermöhe, Hamburg, Germany
• Categories: Rookie (born 2005-2006), Grom (born 2007 or later)

Schedule:

• June 14: Arrival and welcome day
• June 15: Warm up with BBQ, chill music, small workshops, and overnight stay options.
• June 16:
  • 10:00 AM: Registration
  • 11:45 AM: Riders Meeting
  • Noon: Contest

About TSG Sportpark Neuallermöhe: The TSG Sportpark Neuallermöhe features a premier skatepark with state-of-the-art facilities designed to challenge and inspire skateboarders and snowboarders alike. It’s the perfect venue for hosting the Hamburg Rookie Fest, offering a dynamic environment for both participants and spectators.

Whether you’re a participant or a spectator, don’t miss out on the chance to witness the future stars of skateboarding in action. The winners will earn a spot in the World Rookie Finals, taking place from September 27-29 in Prague. Register now and be part of this exhilarating event!

For more details and registration, visit the following link.

8 – 9 June 2024 | Street and Park, Skills Park in Winterthur

During the weekend of 8 and 9 June 2024, the 2024 Swiss Skateboard Championships will crown the national champions in the Street and Park disciplines. Both disciplines will take place this year in the Skills Park in Winterthur. On the same day, the Skills Park Rookie Fest will also be held in the same skatepark: the only Swiss qualifying stage for the World Rookie Skateboard Tour.

Registration for the Skills Park Rookie Fest takes place online

The Swiss Skateboard Championship 2024 is also part of the worldwide amateur and junior competition series World Rookie Tour. By taking part in the Swiss Skateboard Championship Street, you can qualify for the World Rookie Finals in Prague (CZE) from September 27th to 29th. At the WRT Tour, the qualification places and points are awarded according to the age categories Groms (born 2008 and younger) and Rookies (born 2004 to 2007):

• Best 3 at the event qualify directly for the World Rookie Finals
• Top 10 according to the tour ranking qualify for the World Rookie Finals (Rookies Girls, Rookies Boys and Grom Boys)
• Top 1 Boys and Girls across all age categories receive the participation fee and accommodation (Friday to Sunday) including breakfast and dinner financed

Program

Saturday 08.06.24, Street:

• 11.00 Open Practice
• 12.40 Riders Meeting
• 12.50 Warp up U16
• 13.00 Qualifications Street U16
• 14.00 Warm up Elite
• 14.15 Open Practice
• 15.50 Warm up U16
• 16.00- 18.00 Finals
• 18.30 Price Giving

Sunday 09.06.24, Park

• 14.00 Open Practice
• 14.40 Riders Meeting
• 14.50 Warm Up U16
• 15.00 Qualifications U16
• 16.00 Warm Up Elite
• 16.10 Qualification Park Elite
• 17.00 Open Practice
• 16.30- 18.30 Finals
• 19.00- 19.30 Price Giving

Partecipation fees

• U16 categories CHF 15.- including entry to the Skills Park
• Elite categories CHF 25.- including entry to the Skills Park

Spectators pay CHF 3.- entry and receive a voucher for consumption (areas for spectator standing in and around the skate park are marked on the ground)

Directions: The Skills Park is located at Lagerplatz 17, 8400 Winterthur (location on Google Maps)

Participants and spectators are advised to travel by public transport via Winterthur train station. This is about a 10-minute walk from the Skills Park. There are various public parking garages within a 5-minute walk. We recommend using the Halle53 parking garage at Katharina-Sulzer-Platz 4, 8400 Winterthur. This is located directly opposite the small Portier bistro.

Partecipation in the event is open to everyone. Anyone can register for the event and take part in the qualification. Further information can be found in the Swiss Skateboard Championships 2024 guidelines. The event zones are closed to competition from the practice up to and including the awards ceremony.

The World Rookie Tour stops in Modena (Italy) on May 18th for the highly anticipated Modena Rookie Fest 2024! This event promises strong emotions with some of the best young skaters from around the world, ready to showcase their skills and compete for the title of champion.

Hosted at the indoor skatepark Rock&Ride in Modena, the day will be filled with breathtaking tricks, intense competitions, and an atmosphere charged with adrenaline. It’s the perfect opportunity for skateboard enthusiasts of all ages to witness an unforgettable spectacle and experience the excitement of skateboarding at an international level.

All podium athletes from different categories: male and female, groms, and rookies, will qualify for the WRT Skateboard Finals 2024, which will be held in Prague, Czech Republic, from September 27th to September 29th, 2024. The winner of the Rookie category will participate free of charge (including hotel and registration) in the WRT Skateboard Finals 2024. Additionally, all riders on the podium will receive prizes from our sponsors.

The registration form is available at this LINK.

Program:

• Friday, May 17th:
  • 19:00 – 21:00: Free training at the indoor skatepark Rock&Ride – Via dei Lancilloto 10/12 (MO)
• Saturday, May 18th:
  • 10:00 – 13:00: Finalization of registrations and payment of entry fee @indoor skatepark Rock&Ride
  • 10:00 – 14:30: Official training
  • 15:00 – 18:00: Qualifications
  • 18:15 – 19:30: Finals and awards ceremony

The competition fee, amounting to €20.00, must be paid in cash on the morning of the competition.

To participate, it is mandatory to be affiliated with a recognized sports club (FISR, UISP, CSI, AICS, etc.). Those who are not affiliated for the 2023-2024 sports season can affiliate on the day of the competition, at the time of registration, through our club Black Yeti SSD for €30.00.

You can download the info sheet with all the information at the following LINK.

For further details and information on how to participate or attend the event, please send an email to registration@worldrookietour.com

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this unique experience! Mark the date on your calendar and get ready for a day of skateboarding and fun.

13-17 May 2024

Les Deux Alpes, France | Skateboard

When flowers bloom in your backyard, the Black Yeti turns to skateboard and heads straight to France. Meet him in the great skatepark of Les Deux Alpes for French Fries Rookie Fest will take place.

This famous resort also offers a 3400 m. high glacier with a mad snowpark and is the inevitable spot for spring seshs and high-level riding. While rookies will sharpen their freestyle skills on snow, skaters will enjoy the park and the many workshops offered by the organizing team.

Elsewhere in the village, there’s so much to do at walking distance, whether in the swimming pool, the laser game, the summer sledge, or on the world-renown slopes of downhill mountain biking.

What’s even more unique is that the French Fries Rookie Fest is part of a unique combo, as it is linked to the Spring Rookie Camp and a Freestyle Snowboarding Rookie Fest, all happening in Les Deux Alpes at the same time. This will give all riders the occasion to meet several sideways-oriented sis and bros.

Come around and see by yourselves! The French Fries Rookie Fest will host you in style. Various workshops will make it for riders’ cohesion and exchange, DJs and live music on snow, tattoo workshops, hip-hop dance, yoga sessions, and brands’ village where boards and more will be tested.

National delegations are expected to reach Les Deux Alpes on Saturday, 13 May 2024, to be in place for the beginning of training on May 14. Comp will happen on 15 and 16, keeping one weather day for safety. Workshops and other activities will be held in the afternoon and evening. More details while on the spot.

ENTRY PACKAGES
Arrival 13^th – Departure 17^th

• Lodging at the official hotel Atmosphere (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Workshops
• Registration fees
• Goodies

Price: All included for 350 € per person

The resort of Les Deux Alpes is located in the French Alps – see below.
Website: www.les2alpes.com/winter/
Google map link: goo.gl/maps/cjxpPBeh6VBxTz5Q6

Download HERE the infosheet