About This Listing
Cal Skateboarding is a youth-focused skateboarding program operated by the University of California, Berkeley’s Recreation Sports department. Based at 2601 Warring St in Berkeley, California, it offers structured skateboarding instruction for children. The program is designed to develop fundamental skateboarding skills in a supportive group setting. The facility provides a dedicated space for skateboarding activities, with an emphasis on teamwork and skill-building. It is wheelchair accessible, featuring an accessible entrance and designated parking spots. Basic amenities include restrooms. The program has received consistent positive feedback, particularly for its supportive environment and focus on teaching kids. For practical details, visitors can check the official website for registration, schedules, and contact information. The program is managed through UC Berkeley Recreation Sports, ensuring coordination with other youth sports initiatives. Prospective participants or parents should verify current offerings, as availability may vary by season.
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Rating & Reviews
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What visitors are saying
“My son has been taking classes here for four years. The instructors are amazing, they have really fostered a sense of fun, community, perseverance and endurance, and confidence in him through the years. I highly recommend joining the program!”
— Amee T. · ★★★★★
“Great program for learning to skateboard. Nice variety of ramps and obstacles for beginners and up. My son loves it!”
— Ben K. · ★★★★★
“My daughter first came to a day camp in February 2019. She immediately fell in love with skateboarding, and the camp was able to get her started with kickturns on the ramps. Since then she has continued to flourish with the instructors at Cal, and continues to do so. They are a fun group of instructors, that know how to break down instructions and know how to help kids get past their fear with skateboarding. I…”
— Maya K. · ★★★★★
“Cal Skate team is super fun and awesome. My child loves going here to practice and see his friends!! If you want reliable instructors that can teach your kid on how to become an awesome skater and have fun while doing it this is the place to go. I highly recommend taking lessons or joining the first ever NOR-CAL SKATE TEAM they created.”
— dude b. · ★★★★★
“UPDATE TO MY LAST REVIEW: My daughter had to drop out of practice for a few weeks as we were out of town. She had obviously lost some of the expertise that she had gained during prior weeks. I applaud not just the instructor but also every kid who is there for supporting her and encouraging her to get her back to where she had left off and beyond. Highly recommend! That my child has improved more in her 4 weeks at…”
— aditi r. · ★★★★★
“We are so grateful for the community created by the Cal Rec Skateboarding team and camps. The program is headed by Sean O’Laughlin who is a huge supporter of the youth skateboarding community in the East Bay at large. He has created a positive environment that has supported my son’s skate progress from age 7 through now early teens. The development of the competitive team this year has brought a new level of skill…”
— Heather M. · ★★★★★
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cal Skateboarding located?
Cal Skateboarding is located at 2601 Warring St, Berkeley, CA 94720, United States.
Does Cal Skateboarding have wheelchair access?
Yes. Accessibility features at Cal Skateboarding include: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking.
How is Cal Skateboarding rated?
Cal Skateboarding has an average rating of 5/5 from 8 customer reviews on Google.
Does Cal Skateboarding have a website?
Yes. Cal Skateboarding's official website is https://recsports.berkeley.edu/youth-programs/year-round-programs/cal-youth-skateboarding/.
