Press Release: 3/22/10
Press Release
September 18-19th
The 2010 World Championships of Freestyle Skateboarding
Philadelphia PA
www.phillyfreestyle.com
This is to inform everyone that the 2010 World Championships of Freestyle will be coming to Philadelphia this September!
The reason this one is so special is that it is the 10yr. anniversary of the re-birth of competitive Freestyle skateboarding and we would like you to be apart of the celebration!
Last years event in Tokyo Japan saw 50 competitors from 8 countries in front of 10,000 spectators, competing for product and a $5,000 Pro purse. It is a tribute to how far Freestyle has come in those 10 yrs. and how all types of people can enjoy this form of skateboarding!
Freestyle is a very spectator friendly form that focuses on the creativity and technical mastery of the skateboard. It is a very consistent and flowing form of skateboarding that is highly individual in style and tricks performed. Many of the tricks performed at the higher levels can only be done by a select few in the world or are specific and unique to that individual.
Turning is the essence of skateboarding. All other progression beyond basic turning such as "tricks" on a skateboard is the essence of freestyle.
Freestyle is referred to as the first form from where all other skateboarding forms originate.
Anyone who has flatland skills can enter, all style welcome and there is no charge for participating contestants or spectators.
We are encouraging shops, local/national/international companies participate by sending and signing up some of their team riders as well as being apart of the event in various ways.
As of 3/22/10 there are almost 70 entries representing over 10 countries competing in this years event and more are signing up everyday!
There are 5 divisions of competition: Novice, Girls,Amateur, Professional and Masters (40+)
As well as 4 different flatland competitions to compete: Contest runs(2) 1.5-2min runs to music, Best Trick, Spins and Highest Ollie
Our judges and special guests represent all of the different genres and decades of skateboarding including some of the original originators of the sport itself.
Competitors will be competing for both prizes and Pro Purse of ($5,000) winnings for appropriate divisions.
The location for this event will be held at the Rizzo Rinks in South Philadelphia. This location is easily accessible from I-95, is located directly under the bridge to protect from the elements, close to area shopping as well as offers plenty of parking. It is a secure location with plenty of space 15,000 sq.ft for competitors, spectators and a trade show area ($500 per booth) proceeds go to non-profit Franklin's Paine to continue (re)building skate areas around the city as well as fund educational youth programing throughout the city of Philadelphia.
We encourage all those who are interested in being apart of this celebration to either sign up for an event(s), contact us to be a sponsor, for booth space or to spread the good word of skateboarding!
Secure your place in skateboarding history and be apart of the 2010 World Championships of Freestyle Skateboarding!
Sincerely,
AJ Kohn
2010 WC of Freestyle Skateboarding
Events / Locations Director
215 545-2984
September 18-19th
The 2010 World Championships of Freestyle Skateboarding
Philadelphia PA
www.phillyfreestyle.com
This is to inform everyone that the 2010 World Championships of Freestyle will be coming to Philadelphia this September!
The reason this one is so special is that it is the 10yr. anniversary of the re-birth of competitive Freestyle skateboarding and we would like you to be apart of the celebration!
Last years event in Tokyo Japan saw 50 competitors from 8 countries in front of 10,000 spectators, competing for product and a $5,000 Pro purse. It is a tribute to how far Freestyle has come in those 10 yrs. and how all types of people can enjoy this form of skateboarding!
Freestyle is a very spectator friendly form that focuses on the creativity and technical mastery of the skateboard. It is a very consistent and flowing form of skateboarding that is highly individual in style and tricks performed. Many of the tricks performed at the higher levels can only be done by a select few in the world or are specific and unique to that individual.
Turning is the essence of skateboarding. All other progression beyond basic turning such as "tricks" on a skateboard is the essence of freestyle.
Freestyle is referred to as the first form from where all other skateboarding forms originate.
Anyone who has flatland skills can enter, all style welcome and there is no charge for participating contestants or spectators.
We are encouraging shops, local/national/international companies participate by sending and signing up some of their team riders as well as being apart of the event in various ways.
As of 3/22/10 there are almost 70 entries representing over 10 countries competing in this years event and more are signing up everyday!
There are 5 divisions of competition: Novice, Girls,Amateur, Professional and Masters (40+)
As well as 4 different flatland competitions to compete: Contest runs(2) 1.5-2min runs to music, Best Trick, Spins and Highest Ollie
Our judges and special guests represent all of the different genres and decades of skateboarding including some of the original originators of the sport itself.
Competitors will be competing for both prizes and Pro Purse of ($5,000) winnings for appropriate divisions.
The location for this event will be held at the Rizzo Rinks in South Philadelphia. This location is easily accessible from I-95, is located directly under the bridge to protect from the elements, close to area shopping as well as offers plenty of parking. It is a secure location with plenty of space 15,000 sq.ft for competitors, spectators and a trade show area ($500 per booth) proceeds go to non-profit Franklin's Paine to continue (re)building skate areas around the city as well as fund educational youth programing throughout the city of Philadelphia.
We encourage all those who are interested in being apart of this celebration to either sign up for an event(s), contact us to be a sponsor, for booth space or to spread the good word of skateboarding!
Secure your place in skateboarding history and be apart of the 2010 World Championships of Freestyle Skateboarding!
Sincerely,
AJ Kohn
2010 WC of Freestyle Skateboarding
Events / Locations Director
215 545-2984
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