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Community Comes Together for the Carine Skate Festival: Rad Times, Tricks and Energy

by on 20. Mar, 2025 in Bmx, Competitions, Rollerskates, Scooter, Skateboard, Skateparks

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The sun was blazing, the energy was electric, and the Carine Skate Festival brought together an epic day of riding, community, and progression! With the City of Stirling backing the event with a sausage sizzle and setting up the area for viewing comfort, the day was as much about community as it was about competition. From jaw-dropping tricks to unforgettable moments of sportsmanship, this event had it all.

Rollerskating opened the day with some serious style. Sasha Berg took 1st place, attacking the whole park with big airs and technical tweaks that had the crowd on their feet. Her fearless approach set the tone for the day. Larissa Hendry followed in 2nd, skating with a unique artistic flow that showed off her refined technique. We’re excited to see how she continues blending that artistry into more aggressive park riding.

Clockwise from top left – Sasha Berg showing off the precision in her skating, fully grabbing her rollerskate as she airs. – Flynn Deyonker getting huge air time and setting the bar as the first competitor in scooter for the day. – Garnet Rock who came away with 1st place in BMX open. – Kai James  floating up the euro and making great use of the park. To see the full album of photos from this day head to our facebook page here.

The Scooter Beginner division was a battle of consistency and confidence. The Deyonker brothers made their presence known, with Flynn taking 1st place through clean execution and solid trick selection. James held it down in 3rd, while Bailey Popkes claimed 2nd with smooth lines and great use of the park. In the Intermediate division, Jayce Blakers secured 1st with yet another massive backflip—his commitment to progression is unreal. Ljey Whitton’s technical riding and Spencer Park’s fast-paced flow earned them 2nd and 3rd, respectively. In the Open division, it was all about hard work paying off. Brandon Black, a regular at nearly every comp, finally stood atop the podium with a well-deserved 1st place finish. Joshua O’Neil kept it stylish in 2nd, mixing bar twists into his run, while Dominic Berezvai’s sharp, consistent riding locked in 3rd.

The Skateboarding divisions were a showcase of raw talent and determination. In the Beginner category, Kai James didn’t hold back, sending huge gaps up the euro and stomping handplants on the 6ft quarter to take 1st. Taylor Eastman’s flow was effortless, earning him 2nd, while Eva O’Driscoll’s resilience and technical ability landed her in 3rd. The Intermediate division was one of the tightest of the day, with Tikal Weatherall edging out Max James by just 0.67 of a point—both riders put down solid, creative runs. Izak Nowakowski followed in 3rd, bringing smooth execution and confidence. The Open division was a heavy-hitting battle, with vert specialist James Rixom proving he’s just as skilled in park riding, taking 1st with a dominant run. Zayle-Bay Straight’s unique approach to the park locked in 2nd, while Dominic Berezvai’s clean and controlled tricks secured 3rd.

Max James with a seamless melon grab over the box, Max came out ibn second place in the Skateboard Intermdiate division. To see the full album of photos from this competition head to our facebook page here.

The BMX divisions were a display of power, progression, and insane air time. In the Beginners division, Garnet Rock proved he’s one to watch, securing 1st place with huge airs and aggressive riding. Bodhi Bradley was right behind him in 2nd, showing off his growing confidence, while Benjamin Bodinner rounded out the podium in 3rd. In Intermediate, Jake Whelan made a strong return from injury, bringing precision and commitment to take 1st. The Open division saw an all-out showdown between some of the best riders. Kody Strong came out on top, living up to his name with a flawless, consistent run full of power moves and technical tricks. Josh O’Neil’s relentless progression and dialed-in execution earned him 2nd, while Ryan Aquilina stole the show with a massive gap over the back railing—an insane move that didn’t get him the win but definitely won the crowd’s admiration.

This competition wasn’t just about podiums—it was about pushing limits, supporting each other, and having a blast. Whether it was first-timers giving it their all or seasoned riders stepping up their game, Carine Skate Festival proved once again that action sports are as much about community as they are about competition. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made the event one to remember!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Carine Skatepark Competition Official Results 8th March 2025

Scooter beginner – 1st Flynn Deyonker, 2nd Bailey Popkes, 3rd James Deyonker, 4th Archie Edwards, 5th Bodhi Bradley, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Noah van Wyk, 8th Jonah Grund, 9th Sam Stathakis, 10th Calais Blakers, 11th Dawid Cieszynski, 12th Leon O’Driscoll, 13th Adrian Fariborzy
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Ljey Whitton, 3rd Spencer Park, 4th Jet Donald
Scooter Open – 1st Brandon Black, 2nd Joshua O’Neil, 3rd Dominic Berezvai
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Kai James, 2nd Taylor Eastman, 3rd Eva O’Driscoll, 4th Ellie Stathakis, 5th Nyah Gutcheon, 6th Imogen Allen, 7th Bodhi Dressino, 8th Archie Johnson, 9th Thomas Lucas
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tikal Weatherall, 2nd Max James, 3rd Izak Nowakowski
Skateboard Open – 1st James Rixom, 2nd Zayle-Bay Straight, 3rd Dominic Berezvai, 4th Jet White
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Bodhi Bradley, 3rd Benjamin Bodinner, 4th Calais Blakers, 5th Noah van Wyk, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Lucas Del’prete, 8th Hux Bradley, 9th Sam Tetlow
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jake Welhan, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Channing Brough, 4th Timothy Pearson, 5th Parker Eastman, 6th Gavin Penny, 7th Levi Heerema
BMX Open – 1st Kody Strong, 2nd Joshua O’Neil, 3rd Ryan Aquilina
Roller Skate Open – 1st Sasha Berg, 2nd Larissa Hendry

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Coolbellup Skatepark Competition Brings the Heat!

by on 06. Mar, 2025 in Bmx, Competitions, Scooter, Skateparks

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The Freestyle Now competition team rolled into Coolbellup Skatepark for an epic day of BMX and scooter action. With the sun blazing and a stacked lineup of competitors, the energy was high, and the tricks were flowing. We were stoked to deliver another skatepark competition to the City of Cockburn. 

The Scooter Beginner division was a fierce battle, with Levi Hereema claiming 1st place through his confident riding and solid park use. Logan Knibbs landed 2nd, proving his skills across multiple disciplines as he also competed in BMX. Sunny Cordwell, a new face, grabbed 3rd—he was just riding at his local park when the comp kicked off, signed up on the spot, and absolutely sent it! In Scooter Intermediate, Hamish Gaze took 1st with clean, consistent lines, while Flynn Read followed in 2nd—a rider we first met at a coaching session when he was just 8 years old! Taj Driessen rounded out the podium in 3rd with a solid performance. The Scooter Open division was stacked, but Nathan “Jonesy” Jones threw down a flawless run to take 1st place. Tristan Sinclair and Dylan Mestrovich battled hard for the podium, with Tristan landing 2nd and Dylan’s impressive second run earning him 3rd.

 

Clockwise from top left – Logan Knibbs showing off right infront of the judges table. – 1st place getter in Scooter Open, Nathan Jones giving his all on the rail. – Garnet Rock with a flawless air over the hip. – Hamish Gaze, 1st place getter in Scooter Intermediate making good use of the half pipe. For the full photo album head to our facebook page here.

The BMX Beginner class was full of excitement, ending in a tie for 1st place between Garnet Rock and Salva Hogan. A tiebreaker showdown saw Garnet edge out the win, showcasing his next-level skills. Lachlan McGough brought creativity to the table, securing 3rd, while Logan Knibbs stole the show with his infectious energy and impressive seat stands. BMX Intermediate kept the momentum going, with Bianca Martin taking 1st place—she sent some wild tricks that no one else was attempting, even coming back for redemption on a backflip attempt later in the day! Jayce Blakers and Levi Hereema put down solid runs to finish 2nd and 3rd. The BMX Open division came down to a thrilling face-off between Joshua O’Neil and Gerard McGough, two friends pushing each other to new heights. Joshua took 1st place, with Gerard securing 2nd, making for an epic final showdown.

From first-time competitors to seasoned riders, Coolbellup Skatepark was buzzing with progression, good vibes, and community spirit. A massive thank you to The City of Cockburn and everyone who came out to compete, watch, and support the event. Whether it was big tricks, bigger smiles, or unforgettable battles, this competition had it all. See you at the next one!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Coolbellup Skatepark BMX and Scooter Competition Official Results 1st March 2025 

Scooter beginner – 1st Levi Heerema, 2nd Logan Knibbs, 3rd Sunny Cordwell
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Hamish Gaze, 2nd Flynn Read, 3rd Taj Driessen
Scooter Open – 1st Nathan Jones, 2nd Tristan Sinclair, 3rd Dylan Mestrovich, 4th Luke Matthews, 5th Brandon Black, 6th Joshua O’Neil
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Salva Hogan, 3rd Lachlan Mcgough, 4th Logan Knibbs, 5th Pacey Park, 6th Calais Blakers
BMX Intermediate – 1st Bianca Martin, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Levi Heerema
BMX Open – 1st Joshua O’Neil, 2nd Gerard Mcgough
 

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Shaun Jarvis Sets the Challenge – 26 Skateparks, Limited Time, Intense Heat and Be Creative

by on 28. Feb, 2025 in Bmx, Shaun Jarvis, Video

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Over the December and January school holidays, Freestyle Now co-founder, CEO, and team rider Shaun Jarvis embarked on an epic journey, visiting 26 different skateparks for coaching sessions. But it wasn’t just about coaching, Shaun set himself a unique challenge. At the end of each session, he aimed to capture a clip or two within a tight 10-minute window. There was no time for do-overs or perfection. If it wasn’t smooth, that was just part of the game. This raw and real approach reflects the true spirit of action sports, where nothing is perfect, and that’s what makes it exciting. The challenge wasn’t easy, especially with the pressure of a busy coaching schedule. To make things even tougher, most days were blisteringly hot, with temperatures soaring above 35°C and even hitting 41°C at some skateparks. In Albany, it was a different challenge with rain, but with a small window of opportunity Shaun managed to squeeze in some riding before heading back to Perth. Shaun has ridden at these skateparks countless times before, but this challenge was about more than just revisiting familiar spots. He didn’t want to repeat old tricks, instead, he aimed to bring a fresh perspective to each location. It was about reimagining possibilities, finding new ways to interact with the skatepark, and pushing his creative boundaries. This approach sparked new ideas and kept things exciting. The result is a raw, authentic video that captures the true essence of riding, unpredictable and full of passion and creativity.

 

We’re excited to share this new video edit with you all. Give it a watch to see how Shaun tackled the challenge of 26 skateparks in true Freestyle Now style. Keep rolling, keep progressing, and always push your limits!

Be sure to connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future events, and explore our past competition page  and past stunt shows page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.
 

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Get ready for the 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games

by on 24. Feb, 2025 in Bmx, Competitions, Inline, Rollerskates, Scooter, Skateboard, Skateparks

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Since 2011, the Action Sports Games has been the pinnacle event for Western Australian action sports enthusiasts, and Mandurah sets the perfect stage with its picturesque beaches, stunning inland waterways, and an epic skatepark primed for intense competition. The 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games are set to take place on the 15th and 16th March at Hall Park on the Mandurah Western Foreshore, promising an unforgettable experience for all attendees. This action-packed weekend will feature wakeboarding, freestyle motocross, and the major highlight the skatepark competition including rollerskates, inline, skateboard, scooter, and BMX, with $4000 in prize money and a plethora of prizes up for grabs. The weekend offers something for everyone passionate about action sports. Mark your calendars and secure your spot at the Mandurah Action Sports Games by registering here. If you want to check out last years event recap its all here on our website. We would like to thank our competiton supporters who without we would not have as many great prizes to give out to our competitors – Colony, Fiend, Grit, Core, Crisp, Modus, The 4 Skate Co, Folklore, Lucky Skates, Old Sckool Baby, Star surf and skate.

Competition Schedule

  • Saturday 15th March – Rollerskate and Inline competitions 9am – 11am
  • Saturday 15th March – Skateboard competition 12pm – 8pm
  • Sunday 16th March – Scooter competition 10am – 1pm
  • Sunday 16th March – BMX competition 2pm – 5pm

Competition Format

  • Rollerskates, inline, scooter, BMX
    • 1 competition zone, (small bowl and street section)
    • 2 x 60 second runs
    • Scores from both runs will be combined to form final score
    • Competitors are not required to use all of the competition zone, choose to use the bowl or street sections or a combination of both
    • Diversity points will not be affected
  • Skateboard
    • 2 competition zones, small bowl & big bowl (small bowl runs will be first)
    • 2 x 60 second runs per zone (4 runs in total)
    • Best run from each zone will be combined to form final score
    • All small bowl runs will be completed from all competitors before moving to big bowl

Divisions

  • Rollerskate – Beginner, open
  • Inline – Open
  • BMX – Beginners, intermediates, Open ($1000 prize money)
  • Scooter – Beginners, Intermediate, Open ($1000 prize money)
  • Skateboard – Mens and Womens in each 9 and under, 12 and under, 16 and under, Open woman’s ($1000 prize money), Open men’s ($1000 prize money), Masters (over 35)

Competitors of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in various classes and divisions register here. It’s guaranteed to be an epic weekend filled with non-stop action, showcasing the finest talent in Western Australia’s action sports scene. Join us and witness thrilling performances against the backdrop of Mandurah’s breathtaking scenery!

For further inquiries or details, feel free to contact us through our website or social media channels – Instagram or Facebook. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza at the 2025 Mandurah Action Sports Games!

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Fremantle Skatepark Comp Delivers Nonstop Action and Progression

by on 20. Feb, 2025 in Bmx, Competitions, Scooter, Skateparks

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The Fremantle BMX and Scooter Skatepark Competition at Esplanade Youth Plaza delivered a wicked evening of BMX and scooter action that brought the community together in an atmosphere of excitement and progression. Thanks to the support of the City of Fremantle, riders of all skill levels had the chance to throw down their best tricks in a competition that showcased their talent, determination, and passion for skatepark culture.

Competitors faced off in a unique two-round format, curated specifically for the unique layout of the Fremantle skatepark. Their skills were tested in both the street and bowl sections of the park. Each rider had one minute to make their mark in each round, with scores from both runs combined to determine their overall scores. It wasn’t just about big tricks; it was about putting together smooth, consistent runs with technical difficulty and creative lines to impress the judges and the crowd alike.

The scooter division saw fierce battles from start to finish. In the beginner class, Curtis Gepp led the charge with confidence, taking first place and setting the tone for a field of eager riders who brought their best. Followed closely by a repeat competitor, Thomas Hollingsworth, who has remained on the podium in either scooter or BMX at all of our summer competitions. In third place we had another familiar face, Calais Blakers, it has been great to see Calais’ determination increase and his progression shine through. The intermediate riders didn’t hold back, with the second half of the Blakers brothers, Jayce,  throwing down some big hitters including a backflip and a flare, making him a hard competitor to beat and scoring him first place. Kodi Weston pulled through with second place after an awesome display of his skill in the street section and a consistent bowl run. Seeing Kodi climb the ladder to the podium over the last few competitions has been awesome and we are excited to see him continue the progression. Third place was Chevy Smaller who always brings huge energy to our competitions, he rides hard and is a very fun competitor to watch. The open division was a spectacle of skill and control, with Lucas Lenane dominating the rail, ramps, and bowl with some very technical skill and clean, clean runs. Hoping to see Lucas at more competitions in the future. Nathan Jones made an appearance and came away with second after a radical display of skill that definitely caught the judges attention. Awesome to see Brandon Black on the podium after months of competing in our competitions,  he landed some very clean tricks and put together a couple of solid lines, it’s no surprise he was able to come away with third place.

Clockwise from top left – Nathan Jones flying high over the A Frame hip. – Lucas Lenane gliding effortlessly on the downrail. – Logan Knibbs showing off his skills down the bank. – Kody Strong setting the bar high for the use of the A frame in BMX Open. To see all photos from this event head to the facebook album here.

BMX riders delivered an unforgettable show, with each division pushing the limits of creativity and flow. In the beginner division, Garnet Rock showed great control and commitment, earning first place with solid lines and smooth combos. Blade Coleman came away with second place, awesome to see him involved and competing and making great use of the course available in both street and bowl. In third place we saw Logan Knibbs with lines full of charge and originality, Logan wowed the judges with creativity, executing a perfect seat stand. The intermediate riders kept the energy high, with Jayce Blakers once again impressing and taking the win. This multi talented rider has a bright future ahead of him and we are excited to see what he achieves. Charlie Hill followed closely in second, he has been a regular lately at our competitions and watching him progress has been a treat. Timothy Pearson came in third and it was rad to see him execute the 540 in a competition, not once but twice! We know he has been working on that trick tirelessly. The open class saw a standout performance from Louis Johnstone, a seasoned rider with flow that can only be achieved by riding consistently for years. Daniel Cowell took second place, good to see him back competing in our competitions and putting his skills on display. Kody Strong came through with third, after an awesome show of skill, with a huge flare in the bowl to solidify his spot on the podium. 

Jayce Blakers, who came 1st in the Intermediate BMX division, showing style and precision over the A frame hip.

Throughout the event, the park echoed with the sound of wheels, pegs, and decks grinding and sliding, as riders put it all on the line for the love of their action sport. Skatepark competitions like this are a celebration of community and the passion that unites riders. The crowd participation and spectators were on a new level at Fremantle, the crowds drawing more people down to the esplanade to see what all the action was about, this definitely added to the energy of the evening. A huge thanks to the City of Fremantle for supporting the event and to everyone who participated or came out to cheer on the action. Congratulations to all the competitors who took part — it was a day of incredible riding and great vibes. Stay tuned for more competitions and events in the future!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today. 

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Fremantle  Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 18th January 2024 

Scooter beginner – 1st Curtis Gepp, 2nd Thomas Hollingworth, 3rd Calais Blakers, 4th Jake Mckechnie, 5th Ashton van Bree, 6th Archie Johnson, 7th Adam Rakowski, 8th Malki Thebaud
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Kodi Weston, 3rd Chevy smaller, 4th Ljey Whitton, 5th Spencer Park
Scooter Open – 1st Lucas Lenane, 2nd Nathan Jones, 3rd Brandon Black, 4th Dylan Mestrovich, 5th Tristan Sinclair, 6th Luke Matthews, 7th Isaac Carey
BMX Beginners – 1st Garnet Rock, 2nd Blade Coleman, 3rd Logan Knibbs, 4th Lucas Walker, 5th Calais Blakers, 6th Jake Jorgensen
BMX Intermediate – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Charlie Hill, 3rd Timothy Pearson, 4th Thomas Hollingworth, 5th Liam Rhodes, 6th Zac Trainor
BMX Open – 1st Louis Johnstone, 2nd Daniel Cowell, 3rd Kody Strong, 4th Joshua O’Neil, 5th Bailey Smith, 6th William Payne
 

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Bremer Bay Skatepark Competition: Epic Progression, Fierce Battles, and Next-Level Stoke!

by on 12. Feb, 2025 in Bmx, Competitions, Scooter, Skateboard, Skateparks, Travels

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Freestyle Now hit the road for a massive 12-hour round trip to bring the stoke to Bremer Bay, and what a trip it was! The energy from the town was absolutely next-level, with the local community embracing the action sports vibes and creating a fantastic atmosphere for both the coaching session and the competition. Before the main event, we ran a coaching clinic to help riders sharpen their skills, dial in their tricks, and build their confidence — and it definitely paid off when it came time to throw down in the competition! We want to shine a spotlight on young Meave Belton who pushed herself to master a drop in on her biggest quarter pipe to date, she mastered this with help with Shaun Jarvis, Freestyle Now founder and then brought her new skill into the competition which is exactly what the judges wanted to see. 

Despite sketchy weather threatening to put a damper on the day, we pushed through and managed to stay dry, keeping the session alive and the competition rolling. The turnout was awesome, with riders across BMX, scooter, and skateboard divisions showing up ready to shred. We even had some people who were holidaying in Bremer Bay come down to take part in the annual event. We have travelled down to Bremer Bay many times since facilitating the grand opening of the skatepark and it is one of our favourite towns to re-visit and experience the progression of all the riders from the years before. 

In the scooter beginner division, Kelsea Roukens led the charge with a solid and confident performance, claiming 1st place. Macy Richard Hall followed closely in 2nd and was very happy with her achievement, with Jack Oppo rounding out the podium in 3rd showing us exactly how to ride bremer bay skatepark. The scooter intermediate division saw a great battle between Paddy Belton and Victor Formica, with Paddy taking 1st place and Victor securing 2nd, it was great to see victor pulling off some of the tricks he had been practicing the day before. The scooter open division was particularly intense, featuring an epic face-off between the top two riders. Scott Rystenberg and Ayden Maley tied for first place, meaning we had no choice but to run a tie breaker. It was a back-and-forth battle that kept the crowd on edge as they pushed each other to the limit in an unforgettable showdown. In the end, Scott’s precision and flair sealed the win, taking 1st place, with Ayden finishing in 2nd.

Clockwise from top left – Joel Welner with a massive tailwhip. – Scott Rystenberg Showing us how comfortable he is in the Bremer Bay bowl. – Austin Bailey hitting huge airs over the jump box. – Kai Hill flowing around the park with ease. Find the full album on our facebook here.

The skateboard beginner division was packed with young talent. Taz Johnston showcased great skill and creativity to earn 1st place, with Sienna Johnson finishing 2nd and Hunter Ramsay landing in 3rd. The skateboard intermediate division saw impressive technical runs from riders, with Louie Bailey taking the top spot in 1st, Victor Formica riding smoothly into 2nd, competing in his second discipline of the day, and Jordy Thomas came away with 3r, seeing Jordy progress over the last few years has been a treat and we can’t wait to see what he gets up to over the next year. 

BMX brought the heat, with the beginners riding hard to impress. Matthys Burger claimed 1st place with a determined run, followed by Hunter Pedro in 2nd and Jacob Ramsey in 3rd. In the intermediate class, it was a standout performance with some big tricks from Joel Welner that earned him 1st place, with Austin Bailey coming in 2nd.

We’re grateful to the town of Bremer Bay for the warm welcome and epic vibes that made this event one to remember. Huge shoutout to all the riders who competed and gave it their all — it’s always inspiring to see the progression, creativity, and passion in action sports communities. Until next time, Bremer Bay, keep shredding!

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation. Head to rightbyyou.org.au if you need to help a friend or yourself today. 

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bremer Bay Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 11 January 2025

Scooter beginner – 1st Kelsea Roukens, 2nd Macy Richard Hall, 3rd Jack Oppo, 4th Zach Birrell, 5th Matthys Burger, 6th Braxton Roukens, 7th Hunter Pedro, 8th Lukas burger, 9th Jordan Roukens, 10th Chase Predo 
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Paddy Belton, 2nd Victor Formica 
Scooter Open – 1st Scott Rystenberg, 2nd Ayden Maley 
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Taz Johnston, 2nd Sienna Johnson, 3rd Hunter Ramsay, 4th Meave Belton, 5th Kai Hill, 6th Chase Predo 
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Louie Bailey, 2nd Victor Formica, 3rd Jordy Thomas
BMX Beginners – 1st Maithys Burger, 2nd Hunter Pedro, 3rd Jacob Ramsey, 4th Indi Pedro
BMX Intermediate – 1st Joel Welner, 2nd Austin Bailey 
 

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The 2024 Western Australian BMX freestyle state championships

by on 18. Dec, 2024 in Bmx, Competitions

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The Western Australian BMX freestyle state championships took place at the Bayswater skatepark as the final competition of 2024. On a beautiful hot sunny december day the bayswater skatepark witnessed some great bmx skills on display. With the whole skatepark to be used there was a great diverse range of riding from the competitors. Some of the highlights from the day was 5 year old Hux Bradley powering around the park in their first competition. He was helped by his brother who rode next to him to help ease the nerves and boost his confidence. Taking the win in the under 11’s was Ilay Godfrey who was not going to miss this day no matter what happened. His unique style and crazy supermans helped him take the win. Bayswater local and young radster Jayce Blakers did what Jayce does best, threw down some radical riding and took the win the under 13’s category. Jayce is hungry for more and it shows in his thirst for skills. Making the trip from Geraldton Koutaro Furukawa went home with the gold in the under 15’s with some great barspins and tailwhips along with this flow and consistency gave him the points needed. The over 15’s was the one to watch with some great riding for all. In 1st it was all Oskar Thomas who had the skills and the consistency to get the points. Expect to see his name at the top of the results and more competitions. The silver went to Maison Russel, another rider we have been seeing more of at recent competitions. Good speed and flow from him. Third was Jay Furukawa who had travelled from Geraldton with his brother. Jay rides wide open with lots of power and sends casual 720’s. The over 30’s class had Josh Dunston take home the gold. Josh has been living in New Zealand for over 10 years and has returned to Western Australia. It was good to have him back and to see some crazy riding like a double handed front pag grab and nose pick to bar spin on the spine. Bayswater legend Ryan Aqulina went home with the 2nd place. Ryan has been riding at Bayswater since the old Bayswater skatepark was built back in the beginning of the 2000’s. Always rad to see him riding and hitting rails. 3rd place in the over 30’s went to 56 year old Freestyle Now co-founder and CEO Shaun Jarvis with his unique riding style.

The Western Australian BMX freestyle state championships was a great way to finish up the 2024 competition calendar. We would like to thank all the competitors and spectators who attended. Looking forward to the 2025 state championships and to see the progression of the riders.

Clockwise from top left – Oskar Thomas taking out the over 15’s state championship with a no hander over the first jump box. – Maison Russel taking a close 2nd in the over 15’s. Massive nac nac on the second box. – The oldest competitor in the competition was 56 year old Shaun Jarvis competing in the over 30’s class. – The youngest competitor is 5 year old Hux Bradley. 50 years between the youngest and oldest competitor.

Clockwise from top left – Ilay Godfrey sending a superman on his way to win the under 11’s. – Jayce Blaker took the win in the under 13’s with the help of this backflip. – From Geraldton with radness is under 15’s state champion Koutaro Furukawa, truck driving out of the bowl. – Winner of the over 30’s is Josh Dunstan, super rad double front peg grab. – More photos can be found on our Facebook page here

Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions as Freestyle Now continues to celebrate the passion and skill of our incredible action sports community. Freestyle Now is dedicated to delivering high-energy events and inspiring communities. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports.

Western Australian BMX freestyle state championships – official results – 15th December 2024

Under 7’s – 1st Hux Bradley
Under 11’s – 1st Ilay Godfrey, 2nd Bodhi Bradley, 3rd Calais Blakers, 4th Trey Pike
Under 13’s – 1st Jayce Blakers, 2nd Jye Pike, 3rd Parker Eastman, 4th Nate Pike
Under 15’s – 1st Koutaro Furukawa, 2nd Liam Rhodes, 3rd Seth Cooper
Over 15’s – 1st Oskar Thomas, 2nd Maison Russel, 3rd Jay Furukawa, 4th Cody Strong, 5th Josh O’Neil, 6th Jacob Roughton, 7th Gavin Penny
Over 30’s – 1st Josh Dunston, 2nd Ryan Aqulina, 3rd Shaun Jarvis
 

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Dedication, Progression, and Community Spirit: South Metro Ride and Roll Series Ends with a Bang

by on 16. Dec, 2024 in Bmx, Competitions, Scooter, Skateboard, Skateparks

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3 months in the making, the South Metro Ride and Roll Series saw qualifying rounds all over the south metro area from Singleton to Bibra Lake to Kwinana to Mandurah. We wrapped up this wicked series at Spearwood Skatepark and it was a show down to remember. The spearwood skatepark is equipped  with a bowl, spine, mini, jump box and ledges. There’s something for everyone here and each rider got to display their skills on this sunny December day.

Clockwise from top left – James Deyonker hitting a no footer over the spine. – Jayce Blakers showcasing a huge no foot can can. – Dylan Mestrovich ripping it up in the bowl. – Davie Howes proving he is not afraid of the spine with an awesome blunt. – Find more photos on our facebook page here

The scooter competition was large and in charge with 18 riders going head to head. Scooter Beginner kicked off the competition with Braydon Ford coming out on top. The Deyonker brothers followed closely in second and third. It’s been rad to see these riders progress through the qualifiers and other Freestyle Now competitions. Scooter intermediate saw Judd Morrison taking the win with Luke Matthews in second and Rhyder Howard in third. Shout out to Kody Weston who has been attending all of our qualifying rounds, he had an extremely seamless run and seeing him progress in this series has been wicked. Scooter Open had Dylan Mestrovich in first place, Tristan Sinclair in second and Brandon Black in third. Most of these riders attended most of, if not all of our qualifying rounds, their dedication to their riding is unmatched and we can’t wait to see them at the next one. 

Although skateboard attendance was a little light, we still saw some heavy hitters taking the park by storm. Davie Howes blew the crowd away with a run full of talent and finesse beyond his years. Davie took out first place with a huge smile, stoked is the right word to use here. Scarlette Harrington pulled through with second place and Huon Cocks followed closely after in third. Tayah Payne came away with first place by default in the intermediate section due to low attendance, but we know very well the kind of skater Tayah is and the tricks she can throw down – Tayah was definitely deserving of this placement. One thing that never lacks in the skateboard divisions is comradery, fun and sportsmanship. It’s awesome to see these young people patting each other on the back, cheering for their competitors and celebrating together at the end of it all. 

Scarlett Harrington charging over the spine with finesse and confidence. We heard from Scarlett’s dad that our competitions have been a driving force in Scarlett’s progression. It has been amazing to see herself and her sister Opal show up with so much excitement and progress each and every competition. We look forward to seeing where this young skater goes, the sky is the limit. 

BMX followed in Scooter’s footsteps, having 15 competitors all up it became our second largest discipline of the day. In the beginners section we saw Rhys Sockett take first with a run that just couldn’t be beaten, Jake Jorgensen came away with second place, putting together a solid line and Thomas Hollingsworth in 3rd. Thomas has been attending many of our competitions and you can always hear him cheering people on or see him offering to film their lines. He is a great sport and a good representation of the community culture that we try to provide with our competitions and events. BMX intermediate had Archie Welton on top followed by Jacob Roughton in second and Charlie Hill taking third place. The BMX open division was one to remember with Kody Strong taking first place. It has been a while since Kody made a competition appearance so it was great to see him back into it for the series and we hope to see him at future events. Oskar Thomas took second place and it was well deserved. Oskar had great use of the park and he wowed the crowd with a backflip attempt he didn’t quite make for his line but managed to persevere and get it on the 3rd attempt, impressing all the spectators. Joshua O’Neil wasn’t too far behind, in third place. Josh is a regular at our competitions, participating in not only BMX but scooter as well. We are big fans of the supportive energy he brings. If there was an award for best action sports hype man, he would win it. 

A massive thank you goes out to the City of Cockburn, Rockingham, Mandurah and Kwinana and to all of our competitors, without you, this series wouldn’t have been possible.The series brought a lot of value to actions sports enthusiasts in the south metro area, providing a platform for them to showcase their skills and an event where they can positively engage with their community. We can’t wait to be a part of it next year. Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions as Freestyle Now continues to celebrate the passion and skill of our incredible action sports community. Freestyle Now is dedicated to delivering high-energy events and inspiring communities. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports.

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Spearwood South Metro Ride and Roll Series Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 14th December 2024 

Scooter beginner – 1st Braydon Ford, 2nd Flynn Deyonker, 3rd James Deyonker, 4th Thomas Hollingworth, 5th Archie Edwards, 6th Tyson Kolk, 7th Lucas Walker, 8th Raidan Hyde, 9th Archie Johnson
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Judd Morrison, 2nd Luke Matthews, 3rd Rhyder Howard, 4th Jayce Blakers 5th Kodi Weston
Scooter Open – 1st Dylan Mestrovich, 2nd Tristan Sinclair, 3rd Brandon Black, 4th Zanthany Caporn
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Davie Howes, 2nd Scarlett Harrington, 3rd Huon Cocks, 4th Eva O’Driscoll, 5th Willow Wiseman, 6th Isla Currey, 7th Nyah Gutcheon, 8th Opal Harrington
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tayah Payne 
BMX Beginners – 1st Rhys Sockett, 2nd Jake Jorgensen, 3rd Thomas Hollingworth, 4th Lucas Walker, 5th Thomas Armstrong, 6th Calais Blakers
BMX Intermediate – 1st Archie Welten, 2nd Jacob Roughton, 3rd Charlie hill, 4th Jayce Blakers, 5th Liam Rhodes
BMX Open – 1st Kody Strong, 2nd Oskar Thomas, 3rd Joshua O’Neil, 4th Jake Welhan
 

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DownUnderGround 16 Brings Australia’s Best BMX Flatland Riders to Melbourne

by on 14. Dec, 2024 in Bmx, Competitions, Flatland, Victoria, Video

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The 16th annual DownUnderGround BMX Flatland Championships returned to Melbourne, bringing together riders from across Australia for an epic day of competition, progression, and good times. Known as the heartland of BMX flatland in Australia, Melbourne set the stage for another unforgettable showdown, despite the looming threat of rain and storms. After last year’s event was hit by wet weather, riders were hoping for better conditions. A pre-jam session on Friday night at the IMAX spot saw some showers, forcing riders to dodge water streams, but by Saturday morning, the skies cleared, making way for sunshine and prime riding conditions. DownUnderGround’s unique format gives each rider three runs, with the lowest score dropped and the best two combined for their final result. This system keeps the pressure manageable while allowing riders to stay focused and push their limits. Unfortunately, a few local riders were sidelined due to injuries, reminding everyone just how unpredictable BMX can be.

The expert class saw some intense competition, with Scott Hone taking a well-earned victory through a series of impressive combos. Shaun Jarvis, Freestyle Now CEO, secured 2nd place on his new bike, throwing down classic smooth combos. Jimmy, making a return after a few years away from competition, claimed 3rd place with his signature tricks. It was also great to see Rusty Eylward-Piko back in the mix after recovering from a snapped Achilles tendon, and Kevin Filmer adding to the competitive energy.

Clockwise from top left – Was good to see Rusty back on the bike, 4th place experts. – Jimmy came and rode and did boomerangs and got 3rd in experts, – Shaun Jarvis seat grabbing backward wheelies to 2nd in the expert class. – Scott Hone up and over the front of the bike with a decade for the 1st place in expert class. – Photos Stephen Pretty

 

The open class delivered world-class riding, with Melbourne’s Indonesian BMX flatland community making their presence known. Bagus impressed with his no-handed rolling backyards, while flatland legend Grant Cruise showed why he’s one of Melbourne’s BMX OGs. Yuki, who has stepped up massively over the past year, rode his way into 3rd place. Lee Kirkman, known for his smooth style and technical ability, took 2nd place with a solid performance. However, it was Gonzalo Bellianti who stole the show, securing 1st place with unstoppable skill, jump switches, and insane spins. Having been on the world circuit, Gonzalo’s progression has been next level, making him the clear winner on the day. It was great to see such a high level of world class riding from him. A notable absence from the competition was Heru Anwari, a regular at DownUnderGround over the past few years and last year’s champion Botay Agata. Both are now back in Indonesia. While they were both missed, Melbourne’s Indonesian flatland crew was still well represented, ensuring their legacy lived on in the competition.

Clockwise from to left – Bagus cliffhanging to 4th in opens. – Yuki sets the spin and get the 3rd in opens. – Living BMX legend Lee Kirkman was on fire in the competition and got a well deserved 2nd place. – The Australian BMX flatland champion Gonzalo Bellanti, 1st in opens. – Photos Stephen Pretty

DownUnderGround 16 would not have been possible without the support of Freestyle Now, Colony BMX, Sneaky Wholefoods, Penumbra, and Blanker. Their commitment to BMX and the flatland scene keeps events like this thriving.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

DownUnderGround – The Australian BMX flatland national championships – official results 8th December 2024

Open – 1st Gonzalo Bellanti, 2nd Lee Kirkman, 3rd Yuki Tokui, 4th Haditri Bagus, 5th Grant Cruise 

Expert – 1st Scott Hone, 2nd Shaun Jarvis, 3rd Jimmy, 4th Rusty Eylward-Piko, 5th Kevin Filmer

 

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Redemption, Radical Lines, and Resilience at Bassendean’s Summer Skatepark Showdown

by on 10. Dec, 2024 in Bmx, Competitions, Scooter, Skateboard, Skateparks

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Perth’s summer has finally made an appearance and on the first of many scorching days, we headed out to Bassendean Skatepark to facilitate a fierce competition with divisions in Skateboard, Scooter and BMX. The day was filled with fun, laughs and healthy competition as the riders braved the heat, putting together radical lines and flowing around this classic Perth skatepark. 

The riders tried to pace themselves as the day kicked off, warming up but not wanting to wear themselves out in the heat. First in line to show us what action sports in Perth are all about is the scooter divisions. The scooter divisions are always some of our largest and many of the riders use our competitions as a community space to catch up with friends and have some fun. Special mention to Flynn Deyonker for taking out 1st place in beginner, he has attended a few of our competitions of late and we can see that he will go far in scooter riding. He held a flawless first run with no bails which certainly helped to capture the win. Our judges are looking for difficulty, diversity and consistency in every rider and their lines. 

As the day progressed, we moved into the skateboard competition and it did not disappoint, Beginner saw two of our favourite up and comers, the Harrington sisters. Scarlette took out the win with a consistent run which utilised the whole skatepark. Showing off her skills in the half pipe with an awesome rock and roll. Opal Harrington had a delayed start due to an ant bite but she came back, guns blazing and took out her first ever 2nd place title. She was stoked and it was well deserved indeed. Tayah Payne and Kyle Wisniewski battled it out in Intermediate. Tayah took the win, showing off seamless board slides on the down rail, something her opponent Kyle just couldn’t top. Both riders brought the heat, at the hottest time of the day and for that we were left thoroughly impressed with their perseverance and discipline. Skateboard Open was one to remember, although Maximilliano went home with the win, we have to give a shout out to Jason Hills’ family of about 12! They were sitting on the sidelines cheering Jason on with choreographed dances and rhythmic chants. I think all of our spectators can take a leaf out of their book.

Clockwise from top left – Jayce Blakers in the middle of a flare attempt. – Timothy Pearson airing out into a 540. – Oliver Lane being unconventional and getting the judges attention with originality. – Mason Russel with a flawless can can. – Find more photos on our facebook page here. 

Finally, we rolled into BMX. This was a very fun competition to watch and the comradery between riders reminds us of one of the important “Whys” when it comes to facilitating these events. Community. A massive shout out to father son duo, Gerrard and Lachlan McGough. Lachlan took out 2nd place in our Beginner division and his run was full of so much confidence, originality and fun. Smiling all the way through. As for Gerrard McGough, he managed to come away with 1st place in the Open division. The last time he rode Bassendean competition back in February  he ended up in hospital with a broken collar bone? Talk about a redemption story! Another special mention to Timothy Pearson who tried mightily for the 540 that he got seamlessly in the warm up, unfortunately tricks from the warm up don’t count for your final scores, but we know he can do it and can’t wait to see him incorporate it into his line in the next competition. 

A massive thank you goes out to the Town of Bassendean for making this event possible and to all of our competitors. This day was a wonderful way to welcome in the warmer weather. Stay tuned for more exhilarating skatepark competitions as Freestyle Now continues to celebrate the passion and skill of our incredible action sports community. Freestyle Now is dedicated to delivering high-energy events and inspiring communities. From thrilling stunt shows to engaging coaching sessions and well-managed competitions, we promote active and healthy lifestyles while pushing the boundaries of action sports.

We would like to thank our partner, Right By You. Rightbyyou.org.au is a mental health resource made for young people, by young people. There is easy to understand, useful information on the website if you or your friends are in a mental health crisis situation.

Connect with us on  Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on our latest news, events, and behind-the-scenes action. For booking inquiries or to learn more about Freestyle Now, please contact us directly. Be sure to check our coming events page for information on future competitions and other events, and explore our past competition page to look back on all the exciting action from previous events.

Bassendean Skatepark Competition – Official Results – 8th December 2024 

Scooter Beginner– 1st Flynn Deyonker, 2nd Curtis Gepp, 3rd Will Kacperek, 4th Jayden Hynds, 5th Jake Mckechnie, 6th Calais Blakers
Scooter Intermediate – 1st Noah Altinier, 2nd Dean Morrison, 3rd Jayce Blakers, 4th Hamish Eaton, 5th Timothy Pearson, 6th Kodi weston
Scooter Open – 1st Judd Morrison, 2nd Luke Matthews, 3rd Cj Morrison, 4th Nathan Kollar, 5th Luke Denison, 6th Ethan Duirs
Skateboard Beginner – 1st Scarlett Harrington, 2nd Opal Harrington
Skateboard Intermediate – 1st Tayah Payne, 2nd Kyle Wisniewski
Skateboard Open – 1st Maximiliano Moraga, 2nd Jason Hills, 3rd Reggo Pain
BMX Beginners – 1st Parker Eastman, 2nd Lachlan McGough, 3rd Gavin Penny, 4th Levi Stokes, 5th Reef Cavalea, 6th Calais Blakers, 7th Cayden Mcconnell, 8th Thomas Armstrong
BMX Intermediate – 1st Maison Russel, 2nd Archie Welten, 5th Jayce Blakers, 4th Charlie Hill, 5th Kyle Wisniewski, 6th Chevy Smaller
BMX Open – 1st Gerard Mcgough, 2nd Timothy Pearson
 

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