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2023 Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games – Rollerskates, BMX, Scooter, Skateboard competition

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Since 2011, the Action Sports Games has been the ultimate event for Western Australian action sports fans, and Mandurah provides the perfect backdrop with its stunning beaches, breathtaking inland waterways brimming with wildlife, and an epic skatepark that’s just waiting for this kind of competition. The Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games presented by Drug Aware will be held from the 17th to the 19th of March at Hall Park on the Mandurah Western Foreshore, and it promises to be an unmissable event. Featuring wakeboarding, freestyle motocross, skateboarding, BMX, scooter, and, for the first time, rollerskating events, this action-packed weekend of extreme sports has something for everyone. The wakeboarding competition will take place over two days on Mandjar Bay, with freestyle motocross demos happening throughout the day. The skateboard, scooter, BMX, and rollerskate competitions will undoubtedly be a highlight, with top competitors battling it out for over $4000 in prize money and prizes. The BMX competition will be round 1 of 3 rounds for the Western Australian BMX freestyle championships, so you can expect some great riding from the BMX crews. Competitors of all ages and skill levels can enter a range of classes, including pro classes with cash prizes on the line. Don’t miss out on this thrilling weekend of non-stop action and fun at the Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games presented by Drug Aware. Join us and witness Western Australia’s best action sports athletes as they compete in one of the most stunning settings in the state!

 

Kicking off on the evening of Friday, March 17th, the skatepark action begins with the rollerskate competition, included for the first time ever. On Saturday, March 18th, round 1 of the Action Sports Games begins with the small bowl competition, with BMX leading the way before moving onto the scooter competition and finishing up with the skateboard competition. Sunday, March 19th is all about round 2 and the big bowl. The morning starts with the scooter competition, followed by skateboarding in the mid-afternoon and BMX in the evening as the sun sets. This is set to be an epic weekend of non-stop action that you won’t want to miss. Be sure to join us at the Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games presented by Drug Aware and witness some of Western Australia’s best action sports athletes in action!

Want to check out the 2022 Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games, its all here

CLASSES, DIVISIONS, ONLINE ENTRY LINKS

SCHEDULE

  • Friday 17th March – Rollerskate – Small bowl competition
  • Check in and warm ups – 6:30pm – 7:00pm / Competition – 7:00pm – 8:00pm
  • Saturday 18th March – Small bowl competition round
  • BMX – Check in and warm ups – 9:30am – 10:00am / Competition – 10:00am – 1:00pm
  • Scooter – Check in and warm ups – 1:30pm – 2:00pm / Competition – 2:00pm – 3:30pm
  • Skateboard – Check in and warm ups – 4:00pm – 4:30pm / Competition – 4:30pm – 7:30pm
  • Sunday 19th March – Big bowl competition round
  • Scooter – Check in and warm ups – 8:30am – 9:00am / Competition – 9:00am – 10:30am / Presentations – 10:30am – 11:00am
  • Skateboard – Check in and warm ups – 11:30am – 12:00pm / Competition – 12:00pm – 3:00pm / Presentations – 3:00pm – 3:30pm
  • BMX – Check in and warm ups – 4:00pm – 4:30pm / Competition – 4:30pm – 7:30pm / Presentations – 7:30pm – 8:00pm

COMPETITION FORMAT – Each competitor gets 2 x 1 minute individual run on both days.(except beginners in scooter and BMX). Your best run counts for your score (highest points win). Both competition places will be combined to find the Mandurah Mazda Action Sports Games champion. Any ties for 1st, 2nd or 3rd is decided by a run off.

JUDGING CRITERIA – There are 3 judges to award points according to the judging criteria

  • Difficulty. Best score possible from one judge – 20 points
  • Definition – Tricks that are difficult to execute, Technical tricks, difficult lines within the park, large gaps or high airs will also be taken into account
  • Diversity. Best score possible from one judge – 20 points
  • Definition – A run consisting of various types of tricks (grinds, stalls and airs), Using the park to its full capability (tricking on as many obstacles as you can), Using the park in ways that other competitors are not (original lines through the park or tricking parts of the park that no one is tricking.), The more varied the run and the more obstacles ridden the higher the score.
  • Consistency. Best score possible from one judge – 20 points
  • Definition – A run that has been done without any feet touching by mistake or crashes. Tricks done but not pulled smooth will also come into account with consistency points, the less touches or crashes and the smoother the run the higher the score the competitor will receive.

 

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York school BMX scooter and skateboard engagement session

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Freestyle Now recently hosted a BMX, scooter and skateboard incursion for students at the York Primary and High school. The school arranged the sessions with the goal of motivating and inspiring students while promoting the advantages of physical activity for both mental and physical health.

Freestyle Now squad members Shaun Jarvis, Oben McHoull, and Amos Hadad attended the day to provide coaching and guidance to students of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Freestyle Now supplied a few small ramps and a ledge, along with skateboards, scooters and bikes.  The squad members showed off an array of BMX stunts, skateboard tricks, and scooter moves, motivating the students to attempt them themselves. The engagement sessions were a huge success, with students expressing their enthusiasm and excitement for the sports. Some students even showed potential for becoming skilled riders in the future. Freestyle Now squad member Shaun Jarvis had this to say to the students “We do this not because it is easy, but because it is hard. We fail over and over again, until we succeed. When you learn something new, it is yours, you own it!” Emily Hughes from the Department of Education said “Thank you for coming out, the kids absolutely loved it! We hope to be able to get you back out in the future.” The event was an excellent opportunity for students to explore their interests and gain new abilities. Similar activities can have a positive impact on student engagement and motivation.

Freestyle Now is well-known for promoting action sports and inspiring young riders to follow their dreams. Our participation in the York School engagement sessions showcased our dedication to the cause. Visit our website to learn more about booking a school presentation or engagement session for your school or event. With our passion and expertise in action sports, your audience can expect an unforgettable experience that will inspire and motivate them.

Clockwise from top left – Amos ollies onto the ledge. – Freestyle Now supplied some small ramps and this student made good use of them. – Hands up in the air, how long can we balance, balance is key. – Shaun helping build confidence. It can be scary riding over the ramps and everyone has a different level of fear.

 

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Mount Lawley Primary school presentation – riding to school is important

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Riding to school is important for your physical and mental health.

Freestyle Now squad members Kareece Furneyvall and Shaun Jarvis recently attended Mount Lawley Primary School for a BMX and scooter school presentation. The presentation focused on the importance of riding to school, being active, and wearing your helmet.

Kareece and Shaun are both experienced riders, and they shared their passion for BMX and scootering with the students. They talked about the benefits of riding to school, including the exercise and fresh air that students can get by riding instead of being driven. They also stressed the importance of wearing a helmet to stay safe while riding.

The presentation was a hit with the students, who were excited to see Kareece and Shaun perform some BMX and scooter tricks in the small assembly area. The duo demonstrated some impressive moves, which had the students cheering and clapping.

The message of the presentation was clear: riding to school is a fun and healthy way to start the day, but it’s important to do it safely. Kareece and Shaun emphasized the importance of wearing a helmet, and they encouraged the students to make sure that they have the right gear before they hit the road.

The Mount Lawley Primary School presentation was just one of many that Freestyle Now has conducted over the years. Freestyle Now is committed to promoting the benefits of BMX and scootering, and they work hard to encourage young people to get involved in these fun and exciting sports.

Overall, the BMX and scooter school presentation at Mount Lawley Primary School was a great success. The students had a blast watching Kareece and Shaun perform, and they learned some valuable lessons about staying safe while riding. If you’re a student, parent or teacher and you would like Freestyle Now to visit your school please get in contact.

 

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Bunbury skatepark scooter competition – October 2022

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The new Bunbury skatepark recently hosted its first scooter competition, and it was a huge success. In the morning before the skatepark competition Freestyle Now held a series of skatepark coaching sessions to help build skills and gain confidence to skatepark users. The scooter competition drew riders from all over the region, even as far as Perth, who gathered to showcase their skills and compete for prizes. The competition featured beginner, intermediate and open categories. The judges were impressed by the level of skill displayed by the participants, many of whom had been practicing relentlessly in preparation for the event. Spectators were amazed as riders flipped and spun their scooters in the air, landing perfect tricks every time. The energy and excitement in the air was obvious, and the crowd cheered on their favorite riders with enthusiasm. Aside from the competition, the event also featured food trucks and other activities for spectators. Families and friends gathered to enjoy the day, and the atmosphere was fun and lively.

The Bunbury Skatepark, which was recently opened to the public, proved to be the perfect venue for the competition. Its state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of obstacles, provided ample space for riders to showcase their skills. Overall, the Bunbury Skatepark Scooter Competition was a huge success, and it is hoped to have a return for 2023. Keep up to date with all of our events on our coming events web page here.

Clockwise from top left – Jaxon Baker is progressing really well with their skills and took a 1st in the beginner class at Bunbury, consistency is key. – Lucus Lenane had the diversity to just take the win in the intermediate class. – Damian Van powering a kickless over the bank to bank hip in the open class to take the 1st place. – Jayce Blakers wont be in the intermediate class for long, hes getting really good really quick. – More photos can be found on our Facebook page here

 Bunbury skatepark scooter competition 7th October – official results

Open – 1st Damian Van, 2nd Jobe Lee, 3rd Cody Pearson, 4th Max Power

Intermediate – 1st Lucas Lenane, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Liam Camilleri, 4th Ashton Watson, 5th Keon Himiond, 6th Sabian Marshallsay, 7th Jack Brown

Beginners – 1st Jaxon Baker, 2nd Nash Young, 3rd RJ Marshall, 4th Jordan Duane, 5th Jonathan Maiwald, 6th James Davis, 7th Tyler Hayes, 8th Archer Cocking, 9th Max Allen, 10th Cruze Payne, 11th Mahlia Bell, 11th Addison Hall, 11th Maddie Bone, 14th Cooper Hopley, 15th Calais Blakers, 16th Lily Shaddick

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Groundswell Festival 2022 – BMX scooter skateboard Rail Jam

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The Groundswell festival was an epic event taking place at the ever so awesome Scarborough beach. The Groundswell festival is a 3 day event including many action sports and music. Its definitely an event you need to attend to feel the hype of the weekend. 2022 saw the inclusion of the rail jam event. BMX, scooter and skateboard athletes sending themselves down the rail at the Scarborough beach skatepark with the hopes of winning $200 cash and some of the prize products. It was a super rad and a loose format. The best trick down the rail, over the rail or on the stairs in the 60 minute jam session was the winner.  The Animal bikes BMX rail jam was won by BMX legend Dempsey winning $200 cash prize. Taking home the in the Urban Artt and Oath Components Scooter rail jam was Will Harrold. The Modus Bearing skateboard rail jam was won by Dani Campbell who was stoked to take home $200. Be sure to watch the below videos to see all the crazy radical action that took place and make it to the Groundswell festival in 2023

Clockwise from top left – Dempsey with a double peg grind up the rail to whip off – Will Harold winning $200 in the Urban Artt and Oath Components Scooter rail jam – Down the rail, over the rail or on the stairs, it didn’t matter as long it was the best trick – Good crowd turn out for the rail jam. Skateboard was the last to roll on the day. More photos can be found on our Facebook page here

 

 

 

 

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Helmet safety ain’t no joke – Be sure your helmet is a certified helmet for your safety

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Helmets save lives. Wearing a helmet at the skatepark is vital. Wearing the proper helmet is vital. Wearing the helmet properly is vital. Shaun Jarvis runs through helmet information that can either give you a trip to the hospital, stop your riding session for the day, have someone wipe your bum and feed you for the rest of your life, give you a bit of a headache, or let you keep on riding for the day. There is no point wearing an ice cream container with padding, it’s not going to do much. Remember your choice can not only affect you but those around you in the moment and in the long term. Safety never takes a holiday so be sure you have the right helmet that fits right.

 

 

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Australian’s Got Talent – Freestyle Now stunt show

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Freestyle Now took to the Australian’s Got Talent stage with pure raw freestyle energy.

Freestyle Now got to perform a stunt shows for Australia’s Got Talent auditions. We assembled a rad crew consisting of Freestyle Now squad members Shaun Jarvis and Luke Tooze along with Gonzalo Bellanti, Chris James, Matty Ceravolo, Zeth Bennett and Nathan Philps. The crew hit the AGT stage with pure raw freestyle energy. Filming of the show took place in Sydney at the end of June 2022 and unfortunately, we did not make it to the next round. There were many challenges around the set up on stage, difficult blind run up, challenging run off and a full change to the performance routine due to having to make the jump smaller, which was a challenge in itself to work that one out. We managed to run through the show routine only twice. Once on the set up outside which was perfect conditions and once on stage. Had we had more stage rehearsal time then who knows our performance might have been tighter. We rolled out the rad and made people stoked and motivated, we fulfilled what has been our main goal for the last 35 years. Big thanks to AGT for getting us on the show, we all had a blast. The on-air audition was cut up a bit and did not show the entire 8 minutes, but what was shown we are stoked on. Thanks to the team of performers we had, you all are rad.

 

Be sure to check out our performance which aired on Channel 7

Clockwise from top left – Matty Ceravolo getting inverted – Nathan Philps 360 turndown – Chris Jame big 360 no hander – Luke Tooze 360 whip.

More photos can be found on our Facebook page here

 

Our raw video footage from the rehearsals and performance

 

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Cooloongup skatepark competition – September 2022

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Freestyle Now hosted a skatepark competition at the Cooloongup skatepark thanks to the City of Rockingham. What a super fun event with a good range of participants in skateboard, scooter, rollerskates and BMX out to get rad. For many competitors it was their first time being in a competition and were nervous. Relax and breath and just focus on your riding it the best advice for new comers into competitions, and remember the more competitions you do the more relaxed you get with them. You’re not out to win the competition but out to do the best you can and feel you did a good run. Thank you to all who attended.

Competitions are great to attend to meet new people and see other riders and their styles of riding. Hope to see you at the next competition soon. Be sure to check our coming events page for more information on all of our coming events. A full list of all the competitions that Freestyle Now has hosted can be found on the past competitions page here.

Clockwise from top left – Arya Powell took second in the intermediate skateboard, it had been their first competition entered in over 2 years and they were a little nervous, but just relaxing and breathing through it they had two solid runs – Brendan Taylor took some time off from studying to have a roll at the Cooloongup competition and took the first place in the rollerskating division, it’s always a pleasure to see him skate – Dempesy rode BMX and did radical maneuvers, just like Dempsey does – Sampson Martin was the only scooter beginner in the competition but that did not waver his determination and you can tell by his tongue out riding style.

More photos can be found on our Facebook page here.

 

Cooloongup skatepark competition 29th September – official results

Skateboard open – 1st Oli Lane, 2nd Lily Henry, 3rd Jake Turnbull, 4th Kieran Treasure, 5th Tyler Rodden, 6th Miles Harding

Skateboard intermediate – 1st Lewis Reise, 2nd Arya Powell, 3rd Dylan Squires-Ryrie, 4th Indigo Dale, 5th Hudson Beck, 6th Lex Mark Javier

Skateboard beginners – 1st Lea Tomolowicz, 2nd Zara Jones, 3rd Sophie Stahlhut, 4th Maddison Brown, 5th Logan Tomolowicz, 6th Harrison Squire-Ryrie, 7th Alice Stahlhut, 8th Gus Stahlhut, 9th Hayden Bales

Scooter open – 1st Tristan Sinclair, 2nd Max Power, 3rd Shannon Darce

Scooter intermediate – 1st Lachlan Humes, 2nd Campbell Pitchers, 3rd Brandon Black

Scooter beginners – 1st Sampson Martin

Rollerskate – 1st Brendan Taylor, 2nd Chloe Pizzuto, 3rd Arinka Dale

BMX – 1st Dempsey, 2nd Sebastian Yong
 

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KWINANA SKATEPARK SCOOTER COMPETITION – June 2022

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Freestyle Now hosted a scooter competition at the Kwinana skatepark. What a super fun event this one was. The energy on the night was great, everyone was enjoying the vibe. It was a good turnout given that it was held on a week night. Kwinana is a fun park and has some great elements for competitions. The level and diversity of the riding is a credit to the diversity of the Kwinana skatepark. Thank you to all who attended and a big thank you to the Kwinana youth team for helping this night be an awesome one. Competitions are great to attend to meet new people and see other riders and their styles of riding. Hope to see you at the next competition soon. Be sure to check our coming events page for more information on all of our coming events. A full list of all the competitions that Freestyle Now has hosted can be found on the past competitions page here.

Winners are grinners and some rad products

Kwinana skatepark scooter competition 29th June 2022 – Official results

Open – 1st Aaron Burrage, 2nd Lloyd Edward, 3rd Jeremy Clowry, 4th Dylan Mestravich

Intermediate – 1st Keigan Gulliver Vickers, 2nd Jayce Blakers, 3rd Cyrus Evans, 4th Phoenix Ashwin, 5th Ethan Duirs

Beginners  – 1st Luke Denison, 2nd Peter Calyun, 3rd Adam Garlett

 

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Scooter fakie triple whip challenge

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Everyone loves a good challenge. If we didn’t then we would not be learning tricks and building skills. Whats a better way to have fun with a challenge than setting one with your friends. Freestyle now squad members Kareece Furneyvall and Oben McHoull set a fakie challenge at the Fremantle skatepark. 180 whip out into fakie, tailwhip and then tailwhip back in. Lets roll with the challenge and see who has it and how long it takes.

 

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