SKATEPARK CONSTRUCTION

Brevard North Carolina will soon be home to a new concrete Skatepark.

Phase 1 is set to begin, stay tuned for updates.

SKATEPARK DESIGN

Construction has been APPROVED! The Hart Family Memorial Skatepark, the first concrete skatepark in the Lakes Region, is officially coming to Meredith, New Hampshire this summer. Four years ago Brendan Hart began campaigning to rebuild the Skatepark, which was a beloved facility that was built in the memory of his late father. After the sudden passing of his mom who was also the skatepark’s biggest advocate, this special recreational space will be named the Hart Family Memorial Skatepark.

We are honored to be apart of this exceptional project and supportive community.

SKATEPARK OPENING

The City Owosso, MI contacted us to see what could be done with their budget of +/- $100,000. After working together and including in-kind donations we were able to provide them with this 3,000 sq. ft. custom concrete Skatepark.

Construction is complete and the park is open. The City will be planting grass soon.

Since the moment the park was open it has been full of Skaters. If you build it, they will come.

No matter the size and or budget, concrete is always possible. Congratulations Owosso!

SKATEPARK CONSTRUCTION - DUBUQUE, IA

Construction has begun on the Dubuque Skatepark. The Artisan crew have wasted no time and things are beginning to take shape. We will be on-site next week to check on the progress. Stay tuned for more updates and photos. 

SKATEPARK CONSTRUCTION - BARBADOS

This month we were on site in Barbados to kick off construction with Artisan Skateparks on the Barbados Skatepark Facility. When complete this will be the first Olympic skatepark training facility in Barbados, The  60,000 sq. ft. state of the art facility includes a 13,000 sq. ft. Skatepark, restrooms, Skate shop, snack bar spectator viewing areas and lighting and located in the Olympic Centre at Garfield Sobers Sports Complex. Stay tuned for updates, you can see the entire design here. 

Artisan Skateparks on-site and making it happen. 

SKATEPARK OPENING: PHASE II - SALISBURY SKATEPARK

What could be better than another Pillar Artisan Skatepark in the ground, that park completing Phase II of a three-phased master plan.  Salisbury has now completed two of three phases planned for the Salisbury Skatepark. We could not be more proud to be apart of this amazing project and group of individuals. After years of grant submissions and perseverance, Salisbury became home to a custom Skatepark in 2015 - but the City didn't want to create just any kind of Skatepark, they wanted a world-class, Skatepark. Designed in Phases the Salisbury Skatepark when completed will be 13,000 sq.ft. of Skatepark heaven.

Phase II now open to public! 

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SALISBURY SKATEPARK II IS UNDERWAY

Salisbury Skatepark has received their second round of funding through DNR and the City wasted no time moving forward with Phase II. Designed in Phases, the masterplan divided the park into three manageable sections that allowed for fundraising efforts to continue while users and local residents could enjoy a finished product. 

Phase I included an 8' deep bowl with pool coping and tile, as well as a back and fourth street section. During Phase I our design team also handled all necessary stormwater management and overall cost estimating. Streamlining the design process and allowing Phase II and III to be about design aspects of the park.

Phase II will be an additional 4,500 sq. ft. The original masterplan, shows Phase II as mostly street - complimenting Phase I of the Skatepark but of course the final design will take into account the local Skaters request. A public meeting to discuss Phase II design elements is set for January 18th from 5:30PM to 7:30PM at the City Center Building - Atrium Area on Main Street. We encourage local skaters to attend the meeting and give their input on the design. 

Phase I was completed and opened December 2015. Phase II set to be completed this summer.  Phase 3 will follow, to complete the Skatepark Masterplan layout. 

Skatepark hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to dusk.

Summer = Construction

We are all over the East Coast this summer. With new parks in North Carolina, Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut and more! Stay tuned for construction photos and Grand Openings. 

Another Design Build set to open this weekend. Bar Harbor ME - MDI Skatepark 

JUST A FEW REASONS WHY YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS A SKATEPARK

#1 – Skateboarding is the 3rd most popular recreational activity for kids between 6 to 18 years of age. While team sports participation has consistently declined, skateboarding has millions of participants. Yet, most communities do not have a dedicated space for Skateboarders.

#2 – Skateboarding is a healthy, physical activity that anyone can enjoy. Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30 years in the U.S, with more than one third of children and adolescents being overweight or obese.

#3 - Skateparks provide a safe and legal place for Skateboarders to practice their sport. Statistics show that the majority of deadly skateboarding accidents involve a motor vehicle. Offering diverse terrain and a quality Skatepark means less Skateboarders on your streets, at your local businesses, parking lots and sidewalks.

#4 – Skateparks can provide great revenue opportunities for their communities. A destination style Skatepark attracts skaters from all over the United States, which in turns means increase in lodging, shopping, meals as well as other local recreational activities. Remember typically, it’s not just the skater coming to the area but an entire family. Depending on the Skatepark design and size, there is also opportunity to hold events, competitions, etc. drawing even bigger crowds.

#5 – Skateparks bring communities together. They are a social gathering place offering its users the opportunity to meet with other community members with similar interests. We often see entire families at the Skatepark, some users and some just enjoying the show. It is common for young skateboarders to volunteer for Skatepark cleanup and take ownership of the space.

If your City does not have a Skatepark than we can promise you it is the Skatepark.

Roanoke Rapids, NC