Creating the
Next Generation of Skatepark Designers

START Designing Skateparks!

SketchUp is the most accessible and efficient way to design skateparks and we’re going to break down all the steps you need to get started!

If you're asking yourself "How do I become a Skatepark Designer?" or "Where do I start?" and want to stop wasting your time with internet searches that generate zero results, you're in the right place. We're consolidating three decades of specialised knowledge, training, resources, processes and techniques just for you.

Get those unique ideas out of your head and produce clear, accurate and professional 3D (CAD) models and concept plans for ANY skatepark.

And because our courses are online, you can access them from anywhere in the world!

Ready to Start Today?
The D.I.Y. Course is Ready for YOU!

While the GROUP Training and V.I.P. Coaching are run at specific times during the year, the D.I.Y Course is open all the time. It’s our flagship course "START Designing Skateparks" set to your own timetable and speed.

Self-paced to suit whatever works for you.

INSTANT ACCESS: You can sign up and START Designing Skateparks today!

YOU GET:

Unlimited lifetime access

6 Skatepark Design Modules

7+ hours of video content

Skatepark Design CHEAT SHEET

Access to Member Only Facebook Group

D.I.Y. Course (Payment Plan)
$135.00
For 4 weeks

START AT ANY TIME!

D.I.Y. Course (Pay in Full)
$497.00
One time

START AT ANY TIME!

What is the Course?
Step by Step Training for Skatepark Design

We are industry leaders, having created more than 700 skateparks in Australia and around the world. We understand the value of your ideas and presenting them in a clear and professional manner is important.

How else can they be seen, understood, financed and ultimately, built for everyone to enjoy? 

✅ Use SketchUp to start designing and bring your ideas to life

✅ Develop tangible skills and boost your confidence

✅ Produce clear, accurate and professional 3D CAD models and concept plans

Why Should I Join?
$35,000+ Degree or a $497 Course

Traditionally, the gateway into Skatepark Design has been a degree in Landscape Architecture, which costs over $35,000! It's an expensive 4 year commitment offering an overwhelming amount of information that may be largely irrelevant when designing skateparks. You could also try an Advanced Diploma of Building Design (2 year commitment) for around $25,000...

In both cases, there will be an extended period of time before you even get the chance to try and design a skatepark - what if you realise you don't actually like it?

The Skatepark School compresses your timelines just like The Matrix (when Neo learns Kung Fu in a few seconds) so you can see in a matter of weeks if Skatepark Design is the right fit for you.

Don't waste time wading through unnecessary information! Jump straight in with content tailored specifically for Skatepark Design; then decide where you take it next.

What Are The Benefits?

We are professional Skatepark Designers with over 30 years of experience, working with clients, local communities and skatepark builders to help deliver what they need and WANT!

1. Experience

Your computer, keyboard and mouse are critical for speed and performance. We know there are many expensive software options available, but you’ll see that skatepark design can be done with low cost or even FREE software! You’ll see our setups, what we use and why we use it.

2. Efficiency

SketchUp gives us the ability to show skateparks in 3D and present our designs in new ways with greater detail. During the delivery of more than 700 skateparks we've evolved our process to use perspective images and QR codes (that automatically put the skatepark onto your phone so you can explore and walk through it!). You can even plug into Virtual Reality or Augmented Reality environments! These, combined with professional 2D plans include more detailed information for presentations and review than ever before. 

3. Proven Results

What's it Like?
Let Some of Our Members Tell You!

Hear how a supportive environment, technical learning, and problem solving can expand your skills to open up new opportunities that help your Skatepark Design career move forward.

“Super helpful, very generous with their time”
Josh F.

“Specific advice, constant support & guidance”
Allison C.

  • "They've been instrumental in me getting to the point where I can now do my own skatepark projects and company, which has been a lifelong dream of mine!"

    Josh F.
    The Gnarchitect & Skatepark School Member

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We’ve created Skateparks with:

What’s Included?
6 Training Modules Covering Everything You Need

Module 1: Game Plan

This is where you start, prepare and get an overview of the whole course.

1.1 - The big picture
1.2 - Learn to identify components and break down designs
1.3 - Entry level knowledge

Module 2: Dramatically Increase Design Performance 

Your computer, keyboard and mouse are critical for speed and performance.

2.1
 - Hardware and software requirements
2.2 - What we use
2.3 - How to install templates, hot keys, etc. to get up and running fast

Module 3: The Simple Skatepark Design Process

Get those unique ideas OUT of your head and start designing!

3.1
 - List it
3.2 - Sketch it
3.3 - Draw it

Module 4: Turn Your Sketches Into 3D Models!

As skaters, we already see the world differently, and we’re going to take this to the next level by breaking down obstacles into component parts so that you can model absolutely anything!

4.1 - Manual Pad
4.2 - Ledge         
4.3 - Wallie End
4.4 - Stairs            
4.5 - Mogul
4.6 - Flat Bar (Square)          
4.7 - Bank Ramp
4.8 - Quarter Pipe           
4.9 - Platform
4.10 - Banked Hip       
4.11 - Euro Gap
4.12 - Kerb
4.13 - Hubba
4.14 - Handrail (Round)
4.15 - Roll In
4.16 - Quarter Pipe Hip & Bowl Pocket
4.17 - Platform (Round Corners)
4.18 - Base Slab / Flat Bottom
4.19 - Steel CHS Coping (Round)
4.20 - Steel Angle Coping (Square)
4.21 - Steel Angle Coping (Hubba)
4.22 - Pool Coping

Module 5: The 3 P’s - Preparation, Production and Presentation

Show your designs in a clear and professional manner so they can be understood, financed and ultimately, built for everyone to enjoy!

5.1 - Preparation and clean up
5.2 - Applying materials
5.3 - Using styles
5.4 - Setting up views
5.5 - Creating shadows and fog
5.6 - Exporting high quality images
5.7 - Layering your exported images
5.8 - Setting up presentation packages
5.9 - Export to PDF settings
5.10 - You are DONE!

Module 6: Bonuses

See how far you can go once you've learned the basics and are ready for the next challenge!

6.1 - Scale a plan drawing and add a scale bar (SketchUP WEB & SketchUp PRO)
6.2 - Using components
6.3 - Union, Subtract and Intersect tools (SketchUp PRO)
6.4 - Complex Blends (SketchUp PRO)
6.5 - Adjusting shadows (SketchUp PRO)
6.6 - Purge Model to free up space, memory and reduce file size (SketchUp PRO)
6.7 - Exporting different file formats and images (SketchUp PRO)
6.8 - Installing extensions (SketchUp PRO)
6.9 - Exporting your 3D model for AR / VR / QR so you can share it with others (Kubity)
6.10 - Our professional process (AutoCAD, SketchUp PRO & Affinity)
6.11 - Ask for help! (Members Only Facebook group)

What Options Are Available?
You Decide Which One is Best for YOU!

Choose a self-paced D.I.Y Course, join other like minded designers in our GROUP Training or for the ultimate personalised, custom made experience, select our V.I.P. Coaching.

Detailed videos, lesson transcripts, PDFs and downloadable content are included in each offer.

D.I.Y. Course (Payment Plan)
$135.00
For 4 weeks

START AT ANY TIME!

D.I.Y. Course (Pay in Full)
$497.00
One time

START AT ANY TIME!

INSTANT ACCESS

Unlimited lifetime access

6 Skatepark Design Modules

7+ hours of video content

Skatepark Design CHEAT SHEET

Access to Member Only Facebook Group

POPULAR

GROUP Training (Payment Plan)
$265.00
For 6 weeks

SCHEDULED OPENINGS

GROUP Training (Pay in Full)
$1,497.00
One time

SCHEDULED OPENINGS

Unlimited lifetime access

6 Skatepark Design Modules

7+ hours of video content

Skatepark Design CHEAT SHEET

Access to Member Only Facebook Group

PLUS

One-on-One Introduction Call

6 x 2hr LIVE Group Training Sessions
(Inc. Recordings)

Q&A Sessions

* Minimum of 5 Members Required

V.I.P. Coaching (Payment Plan)
$895.00
For 6 weeks

SCHEDULED TO SUIT YOU

V.I.P. Coaching (Pay in Full)
$4,970.00
One time

SCHEDULED TO SUIT YOU

Unlimited lifetime access

6 Skatepark Design Modules

7+ hours of video content

Skatepark Design CHEAT SHEET

Access to Member Only Facebook Group

PLUS

One-on-One Introduction Call

6 x 2hr LIVE One-on-One Training Sessions
(Inc. Recordings)

Q&A Sessions

Classes Matched to YOUR Skill Level

Classes Scheduled to YOUR Time Zone

Design Review on YOUR Skatepark Design

Anything Else?
How About Some Special Bonuses!

You get access to our Skatepark Design Cheat Sheet that shows the top tips and tricks to get you designing fast!

✅ Skatepark CHEAT SHEET

We want to build a community of Skatepark Designers, so you get access to a private Facebook group where you can freely ask questions, give advice, troubleshoot problems, learn from each other and share your "Ah-ha!" moments, at any time of the day or night.

✅ Members Only Facebook Group

GROUP and V.I.P. Members - You will get a bonus one hour 1:1 call with Wade or myself so you can ask questions and talk about what you’d like to do. Talk about skateparks. Talk about skating. Talk about anything at all really! Remember, the time is yours, so be prepared and armed with questions to get the most out of it.

✅ 1:1 Zoom Video Call

GROUP and V.I.P. Members - After our live training, you can ask your most pressing questions right then and there!

✅ Zoom Q&A sessions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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