The event will take place from 3 - 6 p.m. and will feature an all-ages skateboard jam with cash and prizes (hosted by Boarderline Skateshop), a DJ, and a FREE BBQ hosted by the Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Coaldale.
Registration for the skateboard jam begins at 3 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting will commence at 4:30 p.m.
Free BBQ will run from 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Music by DJ Archie with Applaud Entertainment for the duration of the event.
Special appearances by pro skateboarders:
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Kanten Russell a veteran in professional skateboarding, is Design Director at New Line Skateparks FL Inc. Raised in Southern California, he skated professionally for 12 years worldwide. Transitioning to skatepark design nearly 20 years ago, Kanten has led over 300 projects focused on developing accessible and inclusive all wheel skate spaces. |
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Brandon Turner is a professional skateboarder, mental health coach, and founder of West Side Recovery, specializing in personalized treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. Growing up skating before age six and overcoming his own addiction, he now uses skateboarding as a tool for recovery and support. In 2020, he gained recognition for a Switch Hardflip over the "Wallenberg" gap and won Street League's "Trick of the Year" at 38. |
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Alexis Ramirez from Chula Vista, California, is a pro skater for SK8 Mafia and a new Nike SB team member. Known for his hypnotic street style, Alexis consistently impresses with his arsenal of tricks while skating classic San Diego spots. |
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Kanten RussellPhoto: Kappel (History — Kanten Russell.com) |
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Brandon TurnerPhoto: Connelly (Thrasher Magazine - Brandon Turner: The Prodigy Returns)
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Alexis Ramirez |
The skatepark project has been made possible through the generous support of:
$400,000 from the Kinsmen Club of Coaldale
$400,000 from the Town of Coaldale
$391,715.10 from the Province of Alberta through the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP)
$125,000 grant to the Kinette Club of Coaldale for the redevelopment of the adjacent playground and basketball court
$75,000 from the Coaldale Community Wellness Association
$50,000 from Coaldale Community Wellness Association toward the adjascent playground and basketball court.
$15,000 from the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta
$5000 from the Coaldale Fun Run Committee toward the adjascent playground and basketball court.
Thank you to all of the other sponsors for their support of the skatepark and playground at the new Kinsmen Skatepark:
Coaldale Christian School
Stirling Wind Project
Bos Scapes
DH Fencing
Goldridge Hutterite Colony
Groundbreakers
Haul-All
Heidelberg Materials (Inland Concrete)
JFF Construction
Minty Pine
Thank you to the Kinsmen & Kinette Clubs of Coaldale, Boarderline Skateshop and Newline Skateparks for supporting this event to ensure we open the new Coaldale Skatepark with a bang!