5 Skateparks in India you probably didn't know about

Skateboarding in India has been confined to a very close-knit community. States like Bangalore and Goa have more than one skateparks while other parts of India are now starting to catch up.

Updated on: Jun 23, 2021 10:22 AM IST

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Recently, a film was also released on the OTT platform Netflix titled 'Skater Girl' which is about a teen girl from rural India discovering a life-changing passion for skateboarding. Places like Hampi, Ranchi and Kovalam have also opened up their skateparks. Here are a five skateparks in India you probably didn't know about. (Unsplash)

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Carter road, Mumbai: Located in Bandra West, this painted skatepark was inaugurated in 2020. Divided into North and South, this passion project started and sustained by six urban planners and architects. (Instagram/@bombay_sb)

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Play Arena, Bengaluru: They offer a wide range of sports for everyone coming in to join their community. Their skate park is one of the many activities they offer. It is loaded with a 10 ft bowl, a 30 ft run, spines, ramps and funboxes. (Instagram/@playarenablr)

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The Cave, Bengaluru: Located in North Bangalore close to Jakkur Airfield, this skatepark opened in September 2015. The graffiti work on the park done by local artists makes the park even more interesting and appealing. (Instagram/@stylolabe)

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Freemotion Sk8, Delhi: Located in Freedom Fighter’s Colony, this is built in a compact basement. It is multiple ramps and pillars, making it challenging for the skater. (Instagram/@freemotionsk8)

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Janwar Skatepark, Janwaar Castle: Located in the eastern buffer zone of the Panna National Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh, this is India's first rural skatepark and also the largest. It was built by German community activist, Ulrike Reinhard, center, for the local kids. (Instagram/@inspire.crew)