Top Skateboarding Parks, Lessons And Gear In Singapore

SKATE PARKS IN SINGAPORE

POR VIDA SKATEBOARDING: Off Dhoby Ghaut

To ensure you get to skate no matter rain or shine, head to the new indoor Por Viida Skateboarding park, which has slopes and ramps to practice your skills. The space is suitable for both newbies and seasoned skaters to attempt. After working up a sweat, cool off at their shower facilities and a drink or two at their vending machines.

Por Vida Skateboarding, 1 Selegie Rd, B1-11 GR.iD (GR.iD Singapore), Singapore 188306, +65 8428 2010, pvskateboarding.com

SKATEPARK @ LAKESIDE GARDENS: Lakeside

Over at the West side of Singapore lies a new skatepark at Lakeside Gardens. In fact, it’s the largest skatepark in Singapore with over 1700 square meters. Besides ramps to practice at, there are also parkour walls for an alternative kind of fun. The skatepark is open from 8am to 10pm daily.

Skatepark @ Lakeside Gardens, Yuan Ching Rd, Jurong Lake, www.nparks.gov.sg/juronglakegardens/explore-our-gardens/attractions/skatepark-@-lakeside-garden

XTREME SKATEPARK: East Coast

If you want to hone your skate skills like Rodney Mullen, then Xtreme SkatePark is the place to be. This all-inclusive, 1.4-hectare skate park is designed to fit into the beach setting and has areas for both novices and pros. It's decked with a combo bowl, a vertical bowl, and a street course featuring a mix of obstacles for skaters to nail their flips, grinds, and other gravity-defying tricks. Not only for skater boys (and girls), the park also welcomes BMX enthusiasts and their two-wheelers.

Xtreme Skatepark, East Coast Terrace, Singapore 458912 (Behind Car Park F)

SOMERSET SKATEPARK: Orchard

Located right in the heart of the shopping district, this skate park is a fave among the youths. Somerset Skatepark is fitted with ramps for beginners plus a graffiti wall for local artists to showcase their work. What's more, there are also various fun boxes that feature obstacles including rails, ledges and ramps. Weekends can get pretty busy so best to time your visits especially if the kids are in tow.

Somerset Skatepark, 1 Somerset Road, Singapore 238162

STADIUM SKATEPARK: Kallang

This skate park is right near Gate 14 of the National Stadium and it allows you to be acquainted with the basics which are great for kids. There's a mini ramp that's set up along with a fun box and several low rails. For advanced skaters, check out the quarter mini pipe.

Stadium Skatepark, 14 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397641

TAMPINES SKATEPARK: Tampines

Not too far from Tampines MRT is this simple space for skaters across all skill levels. It's fitted with all the essentials for a skate park like a flat ramp, grind box, flat rail, and a facing quarter-pipe. The spine here is smaller and gentler, so it's safer for the kiddos. There are also malls within walking distance so it's super convenient for hungry kiddos after.

Tampines Skatepark, Tampines Ave 4, Singapore 529538

BISHAN HARMONY SKATE PARK: Bishan

The Bishan Harmony Park skate park features ramps of different heights and gradients. There is also a bowl for skaters to practice stunts! After some skating fun, kiddos can also venture to the other areas of Bishan Park where there are playgrounds and even a maze! You can also catch the resident otters in action.

Bishan Harmony Skate Park, Bishan Road, Singapore 579778

BUANGKOK SPORTS PARK: Buangkok

Located between Punggol and Sengkang, this skate park is within the grounds of Buangkok Sports Park, a community fitness arena for the residents around the area. Although this skate park is small, it is fitted with half- and quarter-pipes and rails for riding and practicing skate tricks. There's a lot of space for beginners to practice around the park as well.

Buangkok Sports Park, 985C Buangkok Crescent, Singapore 533985

JURONG WEST SKATE PARK: Jurong

For those living in the West, there's no need to travel far to get your skateboarding fix. The Jurong West Skatepark is a walking distance from NTU. The park features gently sloped small flat ramps that are suitable for younger kids as well.

Jurong West Skate Park, 846 Jurong West Street 81, Singapore 640846

SKATEBOARDING LESSONS IN SINGAPORE

UNITED SKATES: Jurong

Skateboarding continues to gain popularity with kids in Singapore and this group is dedicated to the sport! Not only do they teach your kids the basics of hitting the ramps and riding in the park, but they also focus on all the extra benefits for your children that come with skateboarding like problem-solving, communication and interaction skills, balance, and resilience. United Skates offers a focused, dynamic coaching program designed to suit all levels of skaters and allow them to reach their peak. They also host periodic two-day skate camps during the holidays for kids to get fully immersed in skateboarding! The United Skates coaching team is led by Nic Ferguson who is certified by SportSG in Skateboard Coaching and works with a team of coaches to provide comprehensive, structured training for all levels of skateboarding. Go on now - book it up!

United Skates, The Collective Indoor Skatepark and School, 10 Science Centre Road, #01-05, Singapore 609079, +65 9489 0946, admin@unitedskates.com.sg, www.unitedskates.com.sg. Instagram: @unitedskatessg,  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unitedskates

SKATE WITH US: Mountbatten

Skate With Us is the only skate school with a specialized program for children aged 3 to 12 years old. Their programs are carefully researched and catered to meet the different needs of their students. provide professional coaching of inline skating and related roller sports to children, adults, and seniors. Their programs are accredited internationally and locally by local organizations like Singapore Sports Council and People’s Association. They also organize school holiday skate programs!

Skate With Us, 229 Mountbatten Rd, Singapore 398007, +65 9761 9169, www.skate-with-us.com

THE LONGBOARD ACADEMY: Kallang

The Longboard Academy provides longboard classes for all skill levels and ages, enabling you to reach a higher level of movement and self-expression. Their experienced and capable academy instructors who have a ton of teaching experience, having taught more than a thousand students are here to guide you toward your goals. Whether you want to cruise around and explore Singapore, or dance and land tricks on a longboard, they'll guide you along the way.

The Longboard Academy, lessons conducted at Singapore Sports Hub,  www.longboardacademysg.com

SKATE DRAGONS: Somerset

Suitable for kids aged 6 to 12, Skate Dragons has skateboarding lessons and camps so your little one can be a daredevil on wheels in no time. Through fun weekly classes by professionals, kids will also learn other invaluable skills like confidence, resilience, and focus.

Skate Dragons, Somerset Rd, Singapore 238162, www.skatedragons.com

POR VIDA SKATEBOARDING: Off Dhoby Ghaut

Por Vida Skateboarding features a passionate team of certified skateboard instructors who are serious about having fun while promoting skateboarding positively. You and the kids can pick up this exhilarating sport with them and strengthen your/your child’s ability to build self-confidence, control, and balance — while learning about life along the way.

Por Vida Skateboarding,  Selegie Rd, #B1-11, GR.iD Singapore, Singapore 188306, +65 8428 2010, www.pvskateboarding.com/lessons

For more options for skateboarding lessons in Singapore, check out Top Skateboarding And Roller-Blading Lessons In Singapore.

SKATEBOARDING GEAR IN SINGAPORE

LONGBOARD LOVE: Telok Blangah

Longboard Love stocks over 300 longboards and skateboards for all types of skaters. If you're looking for fancy decks, there are those with Star Wars and Stranger Things graphics too! You can find specialized skateboarding brands here and the approachable staff will know exactly where to point you. From beginner boards to advanced levels, they've stocked everything.

Longboard Love, 52 Telok Blangah Road, Telok Blangah House #01-06, Singapore 098829, +65 8318 8200, www.longboardlovesg.com

418 SKATE SHOP: Bedok

Check out this popular shop at Bedok that has a whole range of boards. They have uber cool decks with limited edition designs plus you can also find a generous selection of penny boards for the kiddos!

418 Skate Shop, Blk 418 Bedok North Ave 2, Singapore 460418, www.418skate.com

INLINEX: Kallang

Inlinex is largely a roller sports store, but its range of skateboards is also decent. If you're not too sure what is suitable for yourself or your kids, approach their staff to customize a deck for you.

INLINEX, 37 Kallang Pudding Road #09-06 Bldg, B, Singapore 349315, +65 8123 3425, www.inlinex.com.sg

GO SPORTS SINGAPORE: Orchard

Go Sports Skate Shop offers just about everything you need to start of your skateboarding journey. There are tons of limited edition decks, but beyond those, there are the usual skateboards ranging from plastic cruisers and longboards to surf skates and even fingerboards!

Go Sports Singapore, 277 Orchard Road, #02-09/10, Orchard Gateway, Singapore 238858, +65 66340067, www.gosports.com.sg

THE RIDE SIDE: Kallang

The Singapore Sports Hub at Kallang is a popular spot for casual skaters and skateboarding classes, so it’s only natural that there’s a place to shop for skateboards at the adjacent Kallang Wave Mall. The shop stocks up skateboards, longboards, and cruiser boards of various designs, so you can pick out one that represents you best!

The Ride Side, 1 Stadium Pl, #01-10, Kallang Wave Mall, Singapore 397628, +65 8028 9895, www.therideside.com