Author: JAM SK8 CULT Foundation

Jamaica Skate Culture - Foundation to develop Action sports, SK8 BMX & SURF, to build more skateparks in JA. A branch of Paris Skate Culture to multiply exchanges between France, Europe and Jamaica...Started in 2015 each first action at Treasure beach sports park, 2019 UWI bowl and Boston Bay BMX skatepark, 2020 Bull bay with Freedom skatepark foundation.

From Saint Andrew, Saint James and Portland new skate instructors for Jamaica

🎓 Second Session of Skateboard Instructor Training – From Bull Bay to Boston Bay (Portland) 🛹

We are proud to announce that the two sessions of the Skateboarding Instructor Certification Program in Jamaica was a  success ! 14 new instructors have been certified, a first on the island.

Under the supervision of coach Valentin Lepagnez 🇫🇷, this session is taking place between Bull Bay and Boston Bay, with participants coming from three parishes: Saint Andrew, Portland, and Saint James.

👏 Congratulations to our dedicated students: Thomas, Hakeem, Chike, Marc, Tray, and Ramiesh – for their outstanding commitment and their drive to become certified instructors ready to contribute to the growth of their local communities through skateboarding.
Just like in Bull Bay, we also organized a skate contest in Boston Bay for local skaters, allowing students to practice their judging skills in real conditions.

This program is part of a broader development initiative led by Jamaica Skate Culture, which includes the upcoming arrival of a mobile skatepark built in Germany 🇩🇪 by IOU RAMPS. This unique tool will help us host workshops and outreach events across the island, especially in areas that currently lack proper skateboarding infrastructure.

🙏 Special thanks to Ambassador Olivier Guyonvarch and his team, including Antoine P S Smnl, to the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, and to the Fédération Française de Roller et Skateboard (FFRS) for their crucial support of this educational and community-driven initiative.

We also thank Minister Fayval Williams for her ongoing support, and Benjamin Garcia for his excellent work during the first session, where he trained 11 students.

#Skateboarding #SkateboardingDevelopment #InstructorTraining #JamaicaSkateCulture #SportDiplomacy #FranceJamaica #MobileSkatepark #SkateEducation #FFRS #IOURamps #SkateForAll #SkateAndLearnwas a

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Session 2 – Skateboarding Instructor Training Program Heads to Portland

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Session 2 – Skateboarding Instructor Training Program Heads to Portland! 🛹🇯🇲

We’re proud to announce the successful launch of the second session of our Skateboarding Instructor Certification Program! This new round of training kicked off in Bull Bay and continues on May 16 in Portland, welcoming passionate participants from Saint Andrew, Portland, and Saint James.

This initiative is part of a larger vision to grow skateboarding across Jamaica. One of the highlights of this program is the arrival of a mobile skatepark, built by one of Germany’s top ramp designers, which will allow us to bring skateboarding directly to communities without permanent skate facilities.

With this tool, we’ll be able to run introductory sessions, demos, and workshops all over the island – making the sport more accessible and inspiring the next generation of skaters.

Stay tuned for more updates as we roll forward!
#JamaicaSkateCulture #SkateboardingDevelopment #InstructorTraining #BullBayToPortland #MobileSkatepark #SkateJA #france_diplo #france_in_jamaica

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MAY 2 nd Training Program for Skateboard Instructor PORTLAND & BULLBAY

2nd Training Program for skateboard Instructor

🇯🇲 Become a Certified Skateboarding Instructor – Second Training Session!

Following the success of our first session, Jamaica Skate Culture is proud to announce the second edition of our Instructor Training Program — a unique opportunity to become a certified skateboarding instructor and contribute to the structured growth of skateboarding across the island.

This training is led by experienced, state-certified instructors from France, under the guidance of Valentin Lepagnez and supported by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration and support of the Embassy of France in Jamaica.

🛹 Who Can Join?

Participants must already know the basics of skateboarding — you don’t need to be a pro, but you should be comfortable riding and have some control.
This program is for those who want to share their passion, teach others, and build positive change in their communities through skateboarding.

💰 Stipend and Support

Thanks to the support of the Foundation, all selected participants will receive a daily stipend of 3500 JMD to help cover food and transportation costs.
If needed, accommodation in Bull Bay will also be arranged and covered by the Foundation.

🗓️ Training Schedule

Two weekends of training:

  • Friday May 9 / Saturday May 10 / Sunday May 11

  • Friday May 16 / Saturday May 17 / Sunday May 18

🕙 Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Locations: Boston Bay  & Bull Bay skateparks

🎓 Final Exam

  • Either Monday, May 19 or Saturday, May 25

  • ⏱️ 1 hour 30 minutes per participant

  • 🏛️ A certificate ceremony will be hosted at the Embassy of France in Kingston for all successful participants.

If you’re ready to level up your skateboarding journey, to teach, inspire, and lead — this program is for you.
It’s more than just skateboarding. It’s about building community, opportunity, and leadership across Jamaica.

👉 Click the button below to register for the second session.

Let’s ride forward — together. 🛹💛💚

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FREEDOM SKATEPARK INSTRUCTORS START

1 rst Session to certify skateboard instructor for Saint Andrew

🇯🇲 Instructor Program in Bull Bay: Passing the Torch of Skateboarding Knowledge

From the streets of Bordeaux to the shores of Bull Bay, the spirit of skateboarding knows no borders. This month, Jamaica Skate Culture is proud to host a Skateboard Instructor Training Program led by none other than Benjamin Garcia—World Champion WCS 2017 and European Champion 2018. Benjamin is also the director of the Skateboard School of Bordeaux, one of the most respected training institutions in France.

This isn’t Benjamin’s first time on the island. Long before the Freedom Skatepark was even built, he was already rolling through Jamaica, skating at the iconic Gully with local legends like Shama, Ivah, and a very young Daniel. His return is always met with excitement and respect, and this time, he’s bringing something deeper: knowledge-sharing and empowerment.

🎓 A New Generation of Certified Instructors

The program, which runs in Bull Bay until April 21st, will culminate with a practical exam on April 26th. Eleven passionate skaters are taking part in this first training wave—including four women, a 16-year-old teenager, and even a 13-year-old prodigy who has shown exceptional talent and dedication throughout the course.

These interns are not just learning how to teach skateboarding; they’re becoming leaders in their communities.

🇫🇷 A French-Jamaican Exchange of Expertise

Backed by over 20 years of experience from the Fédération Française de Roller et Skateboard (FFRS), this initiative is a powerful example of international collaboration. The French Federation has developed an official diploma system for skateboarding instructors, and they’re now sharing this model with Jamaican youth—building a bridge for future certifications and club creation across the island.

🏅 Next Stop: Boston Bay & Kingston Bull Bay

Following this successful session in Bull Bay, a second instructor training will roll out in May, with new workshops planned for Boston Bay and Kingston. These programs are more than just training—they are seeds being planted to grow a strong, local skateboarding culture rooted in structure, inclusion, and love for the sport.

🏛️ A Celebration of Growth

To recognize this important milestone, a certificate ceremony will be held at the Embassy of France in Jamaica, celebrating the commitment and passion of our first cohort of trained instructors.

This program is financed by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with the strong support of the French Embassy and the ever-supportive Ambassador Olivier Guyonvarch, a passionate advocate of urban sports. He firmly believes in their power as a tool for crime prevention, a way to bring balance and awareness to street-involved youth, and a powerful educational weapon against the poverty of the spirit.

Stay tuned for updates, and big respect to everyone involved. Skateboarding in Jamaica is not just about tricks—it’s about community, culture, and building a brighter future one push at a time. 🛹💛💚

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Schedule SK8 Instructor Program Bull Bay FSP

SKATEBOARD INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM BULL BAY

The program begins on Sunday the 13th at 11:00 a.m. and runs until 6:00 p.m. at Freedom Skatepark 🛹 for the first day. From Monday through the 17th, sessions will run from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., making it easier for those who work—and also because it’s cooler to skate in the evening 😎.

We will leave Easter Friday free. Then, from the 18th to the 21st, there will be three full days of activities (11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.). The exam will take place on Saturday the 26th, followed by a party/ceremony in May with the ambassador at the French Embassy 🇫🇷. This event is supported by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is funding these skateboarding initiatives in Jamaica 🇯🇲. #freedomskatepark #girlsskatejamaica #sk876 #bullbaycommunity #saintandrew #jamaicaskateboarding #skatelife

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JAMAICA SKATEBOARDING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

JAMAICA SKATEBOARDING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

🛹 Ready to kickflip your skills to the next level?
Join our exclusive skateboarding training session with pro skater Benjamin Garcia (@benjigarcia) this mid-April in Saint Andrew! ( 6 days between 12 th to 27 th )

and another session with Valentin Lepagnez in MAY ( 6 days between 7 th to 26 th )
👉 6-day program to become a certified sk8 teacher !

✨ How to Join? → FILL THIS FORM ✨

What’s in it for you?
• 🎯 Limited Spots: Secure your place before they’re all gone!
• 🚌 Perks: We’ve got your transport and meals covered. (* 3500 JMD for each of the 6 days)

📣 Spread the Word:

Let’s get the buzz going! Share this with your crew 🙌
Thanks to our amazing partners:
• @freedomskateparkja
• @girlsskatejamaica
• @pariskateculture
• @bordeauxskateculture
• @france_diplo
• @france_in_jamaica

 

⏳ Don’t miss out on this rad opportunity to skate and learn from the best.
See you on board! 🛹🔥
#sk876 #skateboardjamaica #jamaicaskateboarding #teachinglearning #eachoneteachone

FILL THIS FORM ONLINE

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025

🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025  🎉

🎉 Happy New Year 2025 from JSC 🎉

As we roll into this new year, the entire Tumi Culture team sends you love, strength, and positive energy for 2025 ✨

Thank you for walking with us, skating with us, dancing, creating, and building bridges through culture and community.
Your support means the world, and it’s what keeps our movement alive. 🌍🖤

This year, we’re more determined than ever to celebrate diversity, empower youth, and keep the cultural fire burning 🔥

Let’s make 2025 a year of expression, elevation, and unity.
Stay inspired. Stay active. Stay connected.

With respect and gratitude,
Jamaica Skate Culture

#SkateCulture #HappyNewYear2025 #UnityThroughCulture #CultureIsPower #eduskateme

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SKATEPARK CANOPY PROJECT -FEF

SKATEPARK CANOPY PROJECT 8 -12 th JULY

We organise at UWI and UTECH a joint transdisciplinary creative workshop at the benefit of  Boston Bay ‘s community and youth center managed by the BOSAPS association.

Skate, rollers and BMX lovers, community members, young learners, students of architecture, civil engineering, sport education, community management, social sciences, Welcome to our team !

The goal of the workshop is to design a climate-resilient canopy in stage one and stage two is to build it in October 2024 to provide a fresh shade shelter space for all the Portland and Jamaican riders community : children, parents, teenagers , adults, improving this Boston bay sport facility to make it more vibrant for all locals and visitors…
JOIN US ! IT’S FREE ! 

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WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

– July the 8 th: kick-off on the campus, morning

– July the 9 th: whole day visit

– July the 10 th: morning & afternoon group work

– July the 11 th: morning & afternoon work on campus

– July the 12 th: group work restitution and presentation

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NEGRIL BEACH PARK PROJECT

NEGRIL BEACH SKATEPARK PROJECT

Meeting with Member of Parlement from westmoreland western, Wilson Morland for the third time, about skatepark project in Negril beach park and chamber of commerce ‘s president Elaine Allen-Bradley at @skylarknegril … #skateboarding #jamaica #negril #buildingskateparks#fidiyouthdem #jamaicaskateculture #SK876 #TEP#livinginjamaica #unitedforjamaica🇫🇷🇯🇲 #franceinjamaica#jamaicaskateparks @negrilchamberofcommerce

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Third anniversary of Bull bay Freedom skatepark

JSC Gift for the third anniversary of Freedom Skatepark

This May, JSC donated a new mini-ramp for the Freedom skatepark in Bull Bay 8 miles, to celebrate the 3 years anniversary in April of the skatepark built by the Concrete Jungle Foundation with the help of private partners including Paris Skate Culture our main donator and one of the main to that skatepark since day one. 

We decided to mark the occasion by adding a 95-centimeter-high by 6-meter-wide concrete mini-ramp to enable youngsters to learn the basics and more experienced skaters to learn new tricks. The cost was around $8,000, for a total value of $14,000 USD, with contributions from partners and volunteers including our director from Remy Walter who managed the project all the way from suggesting the idea to making it a reality with the help of a few motivated individuals…Many thanks to the Freedom skatepark staff, Blake, Ronley, Balla; to Rastaman Léon the lion, BMX Okeen Wallace, all the volunteers and Harry from UK employed as the technical construction manager. 

Many thanks to the supporters and sponsors who helped with the project: Bordeaux skate culture, VINCI jamaica Tim’, CARIB CEMENT Jamaica, Sandals Heidi, and for the discounts granted by Tankweld and Premix, Mister C block factory 10 miles…Boston skaters Zulu & Jahvi and the tourists who helped out: USA Dylan zdon, Australia Aurenin.

Our commitment to this island is a continuation of the work started in 2015 at Treasure beach and the creation of our Jamaican foundation in 2020, JAMAICA SKATE CULTURE in 2020 with our two Jamaican directors Kimberley Harris and Kayla Wheeler two involved Ladies, which is an organization with Charity status since November 2021.

Our aim is to create more skateparks and develop skateboarding in the Caribbean. The foundation has just received a $5,000 grant from the French Embassy in St Lucia to take kids from disadvantaged neighborhoods to skatepark sessions, girls’ sessions and organize two national competitions. 

Thanks to our French ambassador to Jamaica, Olivier Guyonvarcho for his support.
Long life to Freedom skatepark !

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BMX JAM Session at Freedom Bike park

BMX JAM Session at Freedom Bike park

For the first time since April 2020 date of birth of Freedom skatepark, we organize a BMX JAM session on sunday March 19 th. 20000 $ jmd  for a Tricks for cash and other gifts. Starting at 2 pm un til 6/7 pm. The park opens at 1 pm. Please car park are behind Bull Bay football club, 100 meters from the park. The BMX scene in Jamaica has been under rated as it is a part of the riding action sports culture and very close to skateboarding spirit. We’re proud to present this event as the last time we rode together in a contest was in the Wickie Wackie gully in 2019 with SK876 crew. Welcome to all riders, let’s get together and make this show happens and proof that BMX is alive and kicking in JAMAICA !

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500 Days before the Olympics 2024 in PARIS in JA

500 days before the Olympics 2024 in Paris in Bull Bay Skatepark

 Freedom Skatepark and Youth Centre, in Bull Bay –  March 14, 2023 – 9  to 10 am

*Communication from the French Embassy

 

His Excellency Mr. Olivier Guyonvarch, Ambassador of France to Jamaica, is pleased to invite our Media partners for coverage to the event “Paris 2024 – 500 days to go”. With 18 months to go until the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, over 100 French Embassies and permanent representations across five continents will join for a live 24h global relay. The relay will take place on 14 March 2023, exactly 500 days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Games. The concept is simple: during a period of 24 hours, French Embassies around the world will each organize a one-hour sporting event from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (local time). Once their event is over, each Embassy will hand over to the next one, in the next time zone that will hold the event and so on for 24 hours. The handovers will happen virtually through their respective social media networks. The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and partners will share the event through their own social networks, with a visibility of millions of followers.

The French Embassy in Jamaica will partner with French national Mr. Rémy Walter, founder of Paris Skate Culture and Jamaica Skate Culture, in association with the Freedom Skatepark Foundation, for this event, to be held at the Freedom Skatepark and Youth Centre, in Bull Bay, March 14th from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. H.E. Olivier Guyonvarch will host the event. Participants will include the local community (skaters, artistes and school children).

Skateboarding will indeed be an Olympic discipline of the 2024 Paris Games. Not only a sport, it also represents a culture on its own and is a strong tool for social inclusion, allowing people from different socioeconomic backgrounds and cultures to connect, which is in full accordance with the Olympic values. The French Embassy decided to organize this event with Jamaica Skate Culture and the Freedom Skatepark Foundation at Bull Bay, because this project also plays a strong role in supporting the community and giving back to the children of the area. 

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FREEDOM SKATEPARK GRAND OPENING

We’ve been waiting for a long time to live that moment. Built in April 2020 during the beginning of the pandemic, Bullbay skatepark AKA FREEDOM Skatepark as been functioning with help of volunteers, sponsors and donors as best as we could with Freedom skatepark foundation members and staff. It is a great success in term of impact on the youth and development of skateboarding in Jamaica. Built by volunteers from 10 countries. The project coordinated by CJF Concrete Jungle Foundation, is the first JA skatepark to be active, alive and kicking ! With its educational programs, homework, music, gardening, this is a safe place for kids and young adults, a welcoming place for the all fambly...We hope more Freedom concrete park will rise from the Will of freedom fighters and skaters. We wish long life and many children to the @freedomskateparkja and his fambly) 

ONE LOVE, ONE HUMANITY UNDER ONE SUN )

Feel free to support the project… CLICK HERE to FS website… Big up yuself’ 

 CHECK THE PHOTOS ALBUM – Link to Gleaner Article OCT 13th by asha.wilks@gleanerjm.

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Interview bout’ JSC  – extract article ” :

Rémy Walter, founder, and director of Jamaica Skate Culture Foundation told The Gleaner that his Intention and that of the other partners is to build more skateparks across Jamaica. He argued that this could not be the only locations’ kids to travel from other parishes to visit and engage in the sport. Walter stated that additional parks could result in the hosting of interparish competitions and give youth the opportunity to rack up accolades and win prizes. He also hopes to develop a mobile skatepark program, where skateparks are brought to schools across the Island for more children to be exposed to the sport.”Beyond skateboarding, we try to bring education. We’re trying to build values and respect; we try to teach them something about life, about sharing, Walter said.”lt’s action time, and the youth of this country need support. They need education because so much violence going on, not only ln Jamaica … lt’ s ugly, but what we need to do is to set an example and do our best to try to help those kids to develop into better persons; he added.  Walter said that he ls currently engaging partners in discussions to build a skatepark in Negril. 

During the opening ceremony, Alando Terrelonge, minister of state for culture, gender, entertainment, and sports, noted that sport empowers youth and has to ability to make considerably change lives. every”Sports may not be able to solve every single minute detail of crime and violence, but certainly, it is highly effective when used and combined with other that holistic interventions and programmes that can influence and engender hope; he said. 

-Photos : LEFT /Stunt by Elishama Beckford and Nicholas Thompson / MIDDLE Joshua Mattis / RIGHT /Alando Terrelonge (second right), minister of state ln the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport. is assisted in maintaining his balance on a skateboard by Remy Walter (right) of Paris Skate Culture and Jamaica Skate Culture Foundation while Heidi Clarke (second left), executive director of Sandals Foundation, is assisted by Kayla Wheeler, female representative, Girls Skateboarding in Jamaica. 

The occasion was Wednesday’s OPENING of FREEDOM SKATEPARK ln Bull Bay, St Andrew. 

Article by asha.wilks@gleanerjm.com / Photos Ian Allen

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THRASHER MAGAZINE – PRO RVCA TEAM IN JAMAICA 2022

ARTICLE THRASHER MAG Nov. 2022

RVCA ZINE JAMAICA Tour

Wanna help ? Link JSC foundation

Read Eli Reed Interview one of our Ambassador in Thrasher Magazine Nov. about Jamaica skateboarding and RVCA Jamaica Tour with PRO Team : Mark Suciu skater of the year, Curren Caples, Donta Hill, Julian Davidson, Evan Mock. Thanks to Austin and RVCA crew for this opportunity. We need more pros coming on the Island and more skateparks ) Come again ! ! !

 

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GIRL SKATE JAMAICA

Watch Kayla Wheeler one of our board director and Kadiya McDonald on TVJ Week end Smile empowering girls through skateboarding and Kayla in an interview in “Empress Golding / Nation Wide radio. On August 13th, the GIRL SKATE DAY was a big success in Bull Bay’s at FREEDOM skatepark @freedomskateparkja

Sessions THURSDAYS :  FREE

UNDER-18  2:30 – 4:00 P.M. OVER +18  4:30 – 6:00 P.M

Follow them on @girlskatejamaica 


Read more  : Gleaner august 15 th 

Skateboarder gives girl injection of self-belief

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Gleaner article-Keep the children on boards

Here is an article by Daniele Wheeler form the Gleaner about Freedom skatepark, and the development of skateboarding in JA. About the coming of the pros for a trip with demos and videos, how it will help the cause of this brand new olympic sports that brings new opportunities for new talents. How the skatepark as become a social asset for Bull bay and Kingston. Also the positive impact it has on tourism and how it could attracts new visitors on the island…All positive vibrations !  see online the article  by daniel.wheeler@gleanerjm.com

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