Roots and Wings: Skate Club

We had such a great time during the Roots and Wings: Rise and Ride program we did with the Chill Foundation, that we decided to do another program with them, this time with skateboarding.

Over five weeks, teens showed up and connected through the sport, being outdoors, and experiencing new things. As with the Rise and Ride program, each week teens were taught about a life value. Through this they learned what it means to respect themselves and each other, found the courage to try something new, talk about what they were proud of, and practiced the kind of persistence that comes from believing in yourself, even when it's hard.

They took responsibility for their choices, supported the people around them, and by the last day they were celebrating each other's progress with a confidence that was beautiful to witness.

This is what joy and connection look like, and we are so proud of every one of these teens!