Articles

Planting positive seeds through skating

Jun 23, 2025

At Skate Farm, learning to skate is about more than tricks โ€” itโ€™s about growing in confidence, resilience, and community. Thatโ€™s why weโ€™ve introduced a fun new tradition: planting sunflower seeds to help our skaters see just how growth works.

Planting seeds in the farm garden
Planting seeds in the farm garden
Planting seeds in the farm garden

Every time someone joins a session โ€” whether itโ€™s their first roll on a board, scooter, or blades โ€” they get a chance to plant a sunflower seed. Why? Because we believe growth isnโ€™t just something that happens in sport. Itโ€™s something you nurture.

Just like learning to skate, sunflowers need regular care, patience, and time. You donโ€™t see progress overnight โ€” but with consistency and love, youโ€™ll be amazed at what blooms.


An adult helps a child plant seeds at the Skate Farm.


Every time a rider comes back to Skate Farm, they can water their sunflower and see how itโ€™s growing โ€” just like their skills.

This simple project is our way of helping kids (and adults!) understand that success doesnโ€™t come instantly. It comes from showing up, having fun, and sticking with it โ€” especially when things feel tough.

Whether youโ€™re mastering a new trick, joining your first group session, or just learning how to roll โ€” youโ€™re planting seeds every time you skate.



And thatโ€™s what Skate Farm is all about: creating a space where growth is natural, supported, and celebrated.


Join a community that grows together.

๐ŸŒป Come plant your sunflower
๐Ÿ›น All ages & abilities welcome
๐Ÿ›ผ Weekly sessions, group lessons & private coaching
๐Ÿง  Supportive space for everyone

Divider line
Divider line

Stay in the loop

Stay in the loop

By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy.
Our newsletter includes ~monthly updates, events & early access.

Divider line
Divider line