latest skatepark news
Vans / Haro BMX Pro Camp
Posted 11/30/2011 by Chase
Vans BMX Pro Camp registration is now open at Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA. This year we teamed up with Haro BMX to bring you some of the best pros. Cory Nastazio, Colin Mackay, Josh Harrington, Ronnie Napolitan and a possible special guest will be on tap to help you brush up on your skills. Cost is $150 for members and $175 for nonmembers. On top of pro instruction, all students receive 1 pair of Vans Shoes & 1 Pro-tec helmet. Read the rest for more details & sign up today because spots are limited.
Summer Skate Camp 2012
Posted 11/30/2011 by Chase
Vans Summer Skate Camp 2012 registration is now open! Make sure your summer plans include a week at Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA. There will be six weekly sessions available starting July 9th. Skateboard instruction is given by Vans approved instructors for ages 6 - 16. Cost is $170 for members and $195 for nonmembers. Spots are limited so sign up today!
Man, I Need Vans Game of S.K.A.T.E. @ The Block
Posted 10/14/2011 by Chase
It's that time of year again for the 5th annual Man, I Need Vans Game of S.K.A.T.E. @ Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA. The event will go down on Saturday, February 18th and two winners will go home with a year's supply of Vans shoes! Registration starts at the park at 12pm and the contest starts at 3pm. No registration fee, just have to pay to skate the session that day.
Orlando Farewell Parties With Vans Pros
Posted 10/13/2011 by Chase
Vans Skatepark Orlando is going out with a bang! We will be throwing farewell parties at the Orlando, FL park on Thursday, January 19th & Friday, January 20th. First up is a BMX night on 1/19 from 6pm - 10pm. Vans BMX Pros Cory Nastazio, Scotty Cranmer, Colin Mackay, Trey Jones and special guests will be in attendance. Next up is a skate night on 1/20 from 6pm - 10pm with Vans skate pros Tony Trujillo, Omar Hassan and Alex Perelson. Both nights will include free skating in the park, autograph singings, free food & drinks plus tons of giveaways. Read more below for details...and thank you Orando!
Jan / Feb Skate Clinics @ Vans Skatepark The Block
Posted 10/12/2011 by Chase
After you get that new board over the holidays, come out to Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA to brush up on your skate skills. Vans Skatepark will be holding two instructional skateboard clinics on January 21st and February 25th from 8am - 12pm. Vans approved instructors will be offering their knowledge for beginner to advanced street skateboarders ages 6 - 16, and cost is $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers. Spots are limited so sign up today at the park!
Holiday Skate Clinics!
Posted 10/11/2011 by Chase
Tired of tagging along on holiday shopping trips? Brush up on your skate skills instead! Both parks will be hosting instructional holiday skateboard clinics in December. These special skate clinics include a pizza lunch and run from 8am - 1pm. There are two clinics to choose from 12/10 & 12/17 and cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. Spots are limited and check out the flyers below for more information.
We Want Your Pictures Orlando
Posted 10/10/2011 by Chase
If you have fond memories of Vans Skatepark Orlando, please share your photos with us. Email your photos to vans.orlando@gmail.com and share your stories. We will use your photos online at vans.com and at our farewell parties in January 2012. Read the rest for more information and stay tuned for details on the January 2012 parties.
Black Friday Free Skate 11/25
Posted 10/10/2011 by Chase
Join us on November 25, 2011 for free skateboarding at either Vans Skatepark! There will be tons of giveaways and raffles all day while supplies last. Vans Skatepark The Block in Orange, CA will be open at 12am on 11/25 for skating! Vans Skatepark Orlando will open regular hours at 10am. Please be aware that sessions have the possibility of reaching maximum capacity. Read the rest for more information and we will see you there!
Upcoming Skate Clinics
Posted 10/09/2011 by Chase
Want to learn to skateboard or need to brush up on some skills? Both Vans parks will be holding instructional skate clinics in October & November for beginner to advance street skateboarders. Cost is $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers ages 6 - 16. Two separate clinics are being offered, one on October 22nd and the other on November 19th. The clinics run from 8am - 12pm and spaces are limited. See you there!
Vans presents Girls Combi Pool Classic
Posted 10/08/2011 by Kelly
Vans is happy to present the 2nd Annual Girls Combi Pool Classic coming November 4th and 5th to the Vans Skatepark in Orange, CA. Serving up $10,000 in prize money, all the best ladies will be in attendance! This is a private event.
Vital Game Of B.I.K.E.
Posted 08/31/2011 by Chase
Vans Skatepark at The Block in Orange, CA will be hosting the 2nd annual Vital Game of B.I.K.E. on Saturday, October 1st. 28 Pro BMX riders will be competing in a head-to-head competition that will be webcasted live at vitalbmx.com. Spectating is free to the public and the rest of the course not used for the contest will be open to BMX riders all day. Please be aware that skate sessions are canceled on 10/1 at The Block. See the flyer below for more details and see you there!
September Shred Winners!
Posted 08/31/2011 by Chase
Both Vans Skateparks rocked the September Shred Skate Contest last weekend. Fun was had by all and a ton of riders went home with loot and prizes from the sponsors. Read the rest to check out winners and pictures. Thanks to everyone that came out for the contest!
