I skateboard regularly as a from of recreation. I like to riding and performing tricks.
Is skateboarding difficult or dangerous? I have never tried but interested in it.
Its difficult to begin with but gets easier with practise. Its a great recreational activity or could be used as a method of transportation
Are there any skateboarding competitions?
Theres loads like the X games. If your good enough it can be your job pulling off some an art form moves.
Are there any recognized skateboarding standards?
Skateboarding
Skateboarding is an action sport which involves riding and performing tricks using a skateboard, as well as a recreational activity, an art form, an entertainment industry job, and a method of transportation. Skateboarding has been shaped and influenced by many skateboarders throughout the years. A 2009 report found that the skateboarding market is worth an estimated $4.8 billion in annual revenue with 11.08 million active skateboarders in the world. In 2016, it was announced that skateboarding will be represented at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
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Skateboarding styles
A skateboard style refers to the way a skateboarder prefers to ride a skateboard. Skateboard styles can be broadly divided into two different categories: skateboarding to perform tricks and skateboarding as a means of transportation. Styles of skateboarding have evolved over time and are influenced by a number of factors including sociocultural evolution, mass media, music, technology, corporate influence and individual skill level.
The styles used by different skateboarders when riding skateboards should not be confused with skater style, the manner in which skateboarders dress or act