Ten important skateboard spots in Hong Kong (2024)
1. Southorn Playground Skate Park
Southorn Playground Skate Park, located in Wan Chai, is one of the most popular skateboarding spots in Hong Kong. This well-equipped skate park features a mix of ramps, rails, and street-style obstacles, catering to skateboarders of all skill levels. The park's central location and quality facilities make it a hub for the local skateboarding community.
2. Tseung Kwan O Skate Park
Tseung Kwan O Skate Park, situated in the New Territories, is another prominent skateboarding spot in Hong Kong. The skate park boasts a large concrete surface with various ramps and obstacles, providing skateboarders with ample opportunities to challenge themselves and showcase their skills.
3. Choi Hung Estate Basketball Court
Choi Hung Estate Basketball Court, located in Kowloon, is a popular spot for various outdoor activities, including skateboarding. While not officially a skateboarding spot, its smooth surface and wide area attract skateboarders seeking an open space to ride and practice tricks.
4. Vans Skate Park (House of Vans)
Vans Skate Park, also known as House of Vans, is a dedicated indoor skate park in Kwun Tong. It is a collaboration between the popular skateboarding brand Vans and the local creative community. The park offers a unique space for skateboarders to ride and hosts various skateboarding events and workshops.
5. Victoria Park
Victoria Park, located in Causeway Bay, is one of the largest public parks in Hong Kong. While not specifically designed for skateboarding, its smooth pathways and open spaces could potentially attract skateboarders seeking a place to cruise and enjoy leisurely sessions.
6. Central and Western District Promenade
The Central and Western District Promenade, along the northern coast of Hong Kong Island, offers a picturesque view of the city's skyline. While not an official skateboarding spot, its smooth surfaces and scenic backdrop could potentially attract skateboarders looking for a unique urban environment for riding
7. North Point Skate Spot
North Point, in Hong Kong Island, is an area known for its vibrant street life. While not officially designated as a skateboarding spot, its urban setting and various architectural features attract skateboarders seeking creative lines and street-style skating.
8. Penny's Bay Skate Park
Penny's Bay Skate Park is located in Lantau Island, near Hong Kong Disneyland. The park features a spacious concrete surface with ramps and obstacles, making it a popular destination for skateboarders seeking a challenging and diverse skateboarding experience.
9. Kennedy Town Swimming Pool
Kennedy Town Swimming Pool, while primarily known for its aquatic facilities, could potentially serve as a skateboarding spot for skateboarders seeking a smooth surface for riding and practicing tricks.
10. Western District Public Cargo Working Area
The Western District Public Cargo Working Area, although not an official skateboarding spot, has attracted skateboarders seeking a unique and gritty urban environment for street-style skateboarding.
Skateboarding is tribal and most locals are welcoming, but if you're new to a spot, or just passing through, have respect for the locals. Listen. Be smart. Have fun.
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Art can change the world – and everybody is an artist. Those who scribble stickmen. Those who paint chapel ceilings. Those who tattoo biceps. Those who are careful with pigment on canvas. Those who create fantasy characters. Those who paint pet portraits. Those who yarn bomb. Those who write poems on crappy old cardboard.
My art lives on the bottom of skateboard decks. It's designed for you to destroy. For you, the rider, my art may come second to the deck’s ability to perform – and that’s awesome. To me, art comes first. Always.
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