Revolution Skatepark Update

Revolution Newsletter 48 April/May 2009
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Volcom Comp::
For the third year in a row Volcom Stone presents Wild in the Parks - This year at Revolution Skatepark, Broadstairs, Kent. With free entry, free food, free drink and prizes for all, you'd do well to come and session the park for the chance to win a place at the European Finals in Sweden to win one of the two flight tickets to the US WITP Champs.

With divisions for Under 15's and 16 and Over where you'll get to skate, best trick style, without the pressure of skating alone this session is not to be missed.

Wild in the Parks was born when we noticed something needed to change with the amateur skateboard contest scene. We decided to take a different path - the road less travelled - and offer something slightly removed. For those of you that are fed up with days of 1-minute runs, over and over again, we came up with a new jam format that alleviates both stress and boredom at events.

Wild In The Parks is for young up and coming skaters to come out and show their skills. Think of the event like a best trick contest; skaters are judged on the tricks they pull, never on their bails – and they are never left with the pressure of skating alone.

Wild In The Parks is about giving back to the skaters. With this in mind, the series is entirely free. There are absolutely no entry fees, you get to eat some free food, skate, cheer on your friends and go home with a ton of free prizes.


Schedule:
11:30 Registration
13:00 Contest Start
17:30: Prize Giving



WIN A SIGNED COPY OF THE NEW ASHER ROTH CD::

New US hip-hop sensation, Asher Roth, whose “I Love College” is flying high on the US iTunes chart and who is being tipped for huge things this year by hip hop royalty Kanye West, Ludacris and Andre 3000, has his debut SRC /Universal single, “I Love College” and his eagerly awaited debut album “Asleep In The Bread Aisle” simultaneously released on April 20th via Island Records. This 22 yr old suburban kid first came to attention last year when his mixtape The Greenhouse Effect aka The Greatest Mixtape Ever, became one of the most downloaded and buzzed about mixtapes of the year. Asher Roth quickly emerged as a breath of fresh air: a hip-hop anomaly grounded enough to take pride in his suburban roots but confident and talented enough to have already earned the respect of rap giants such as 50 Cent, Ludacris, Akon, and Andre 3000. Roth doesn’t talk about life on the streets but he will give astute and singular observations on everything from politics to partying. Here is a genuine student of hip-hop; an artist deftly able to weave complex rhymes and laugh out loud couplets. We have a personally SIGNED copy of this CD from Asher himself up for grabs this week here at the skate park. To get your hands on this must have album answer the question below. You can find the answer at www.asherrothmusic.com and www.myspace.com/asherroth.

What does Asher Roth love so much right now that he is singing about it?
a)School
b) Work
c) College

To enter the competition, click here and don't forget to enter the name of the competition in the subject line

Shop Refit Complete::
The main part of the Shop refit has now been finished with just a few minor tweaks here and there to be done. Upcoming plans for the future include an upstairs cafe area above the shop, an enclosed spectator area before winter and eventually, a bowl to replace the ramp room.




New Stock::
Due to overwhelming demand, we've just taken delivery of some of the coolest retro-mini setups, Lush and Loaded Longboards there are!

Dogtown Mini-Cruisers £99.99
Santa Cruz Micro-Classics £110.00
Lush Longboards from £89.99
Lush Slide Gloves
Lush Wheels
Randal Trucks
Loaded Longboards from £159.99

Summer's coming and how cool would it be to cruise up and down the prom on one of these?

WIN A COPY OF THE NEW KING BLUES ALBUM

2009 has seen the King Blues score their biggest hit to date with “Save The World, Get The Girl”. They have played a sold out London show with Rise Against at The Roundhouse, grace the cover of KERRANG magazine and get confirmed for the Give It A Name festival in London this April (appearing with Enter Shikari). They even got their own billboard in Shoreditch, London, spray-painting an open letter to Gordon Brown upon it which generated much press interest. Their album Save The World, Get The Girl was critically lauded by Kerrang, Rock Sound and Big Cheese. Kerrang! called them ‘the most exciting live band in Britain’ and hailed the album as one of the year’s best.
The next single to be released will be “I Got Love” which will be available from 4th May 2009 via both download and physical format. To coincide with the single release, the band will be pairing up with uLive to do an extensive University and College tour throughout late April/May. Check them out at www.kingblues.net or www.myspace.com/thekingblues

We have a signed album to give away this month here at the skatepark. Answer the question below to enter.
What’s the name of their new album?

To enter the competition, click here and don't forget to enter the name of the competition in the subject line


Beginners Skate Days::
This is a day designed for total beginners or new skaters who just want to pick up a few tricks and tips. You will learn from experts who are skilled at teaching and making the experience a lot of fun. There will also be giveaways and prizes for everyone! Please be aware that places are limited. The 2 hour lesson costs £8.00 (not including hire equipment) and must be pre-booked in advance. You can do this by either calling 01843 866707 or emailing info@revolutionskatepark.co.uk

Skateboard Lesson Dates 2009::

Tuesday Advanced Lessons 5th May to 9th June
16th June to 21st July
28th July to 1st September
8th September to 13th October
20th October to 24th November
1st December to 5th January
Wednesday Beginner Lessons 15th April to 20th May
27th May to 1st July
8th July to 12th August
19th August to 23rd September
30th September to 4th November
11th November to 16th December
Friday Beginner Lessons 1st May to 5th June
12th June to 17th July
24th July to 28th August
4th September to 9th October
16th October to 20th November
27th November to 15th January (minus holidays)



Climbing News::
Work is about to start on a Monkey Room section of the Centre. It will be fully self contained and will have an assortment of new features to use.

Saturday will see the start of a beginner's course whereas Sunday will become an advance course. Both courses will take place between 5.00pm and 6.30pm. The price for the courses will remain the same at £50.00.
Beginners
Saturday 25th April to Saturday 23rd May
Saturday 27th June to Saturday 25th July
Saturday 5th September to Saturday 3rd October
Saturday 7th November to Saturday 5th December
Advanced
Sunday 26th April to Sunday 24th May
Sunday 28th June to Sunday 26th July
Sunday 6th September to Sunday 4th October
Sunday 8th November to Sunday 6th December

For more information on the club or to book please call the centre or e-mail at: sam@revolutionclimbingcentre.co.uk