Queenstown & Wanaka
Free Community Events
Ride Together.
Vibe Together.
Wellness Riders is a community-led not-for-profit using skateboarding to support positive physical, mental and social wellbeing.
We deliver youth skate programmes for tamariki and rangatahi.
We also offer adaptive-specific skate programmes for people with disabilities, neurodivergence and additional support needs.
Our sessions are beginner friendly and led by experienced coaches, with skateboards, helmets and protective gear provided. We meet people where they’re at — whether someone is stepping on a board for the first time, building confidence and skills, or needs a more adaptive approach to participate.
Our focus is simple:
• Movement
• Confidence
• Connection
• Belonging
Through skateboarding, we aim to reduce barriers to participation and create positive experiences where people can learn at their own pace, feel supported and be part of a community.
Queenstown
About this session
Wellness Riders is bringing two free skate sessions to Howden Skatepark, Queenstown: A Youth Skate Class and an Adaptive Skate Event. Both delivered in collaboration with Whakatipu Youth Trust and supported by Sport Otago.
No previous skateboarding experience is needed — our coaches tailor each session to suit individual goals, abilities and comfort levels. Skateboards, helmets and protective gear provided. Parents, carers, whānau and support workers are welcome to attend and support participants throughout.
Queenstown – Free Youth Skate Class (age 5 - 18)
Thursday 1 October 2026, 11:00am–12:15pm
→ Youth sign-up form
Queenstown – Free Adaptive Skate Event (age 5 - 21)
Monday 5 October 2026, 11:00am–12:15pm
→ Adaptive registration form
Spaces are limited to 8 participants per class.
See the registration forms at the bottom of this page to secure your place.
Attending with Whakatipu Youth Trust?
Please tick this option on the registration form. We’ll then send you their Parent/Guardian Consent Form, which also needs to be completed.
They are able to provide transport options for participants attending through their programmes.
SUPPORT PEOPLE WELCOME.
Parents, carers, whanau, friends and support workers are welcome to attend and
support participants throughout the session.
What's Included
Guided skateboarding coaching
Skateboards, helmets and protective gear provided
What to Bring
• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
• Closed-toe shoes (no Crocs or jandals)
• Water bottle
• Snacks if needed
• Any personal medication
• Please bring your own helmet if you have one, as this will usually provide the best and most comfortable fit. We'll also have helmets, skateboards
and protective pads available to borrow.
• A parent, carer, whānau member, friend, or support worker if additional support would be helpful.
Dates and Location
Howden Skatepark
Hanley's Farm, Queenstown
Youth Skate Class (age 5 - 18)
Thursday 1 October 2026
11:00am–12:15pm
Adaptive Skate Event (age 5 - 21)
Monday 5 October 2026
11:00am–12:15pm
Wānaka
About this session
Wellness Riders is bringing two free skate sessions to Northlake Skatepark, Wānaka: a Youth Skate Class delivered in collaboration with Kahu Youth Trust, and an Adaptive Skate Event delivered in collaboration with M!NT. Both are supported by Sport Otago.
No previous skateboarding experience is needed. Our coaches tailor each session to suit individual goals, abilities and comfort levels. Skateboards, helmets and protective gear provided. Parents, caregivers, whānau and support workers are welcome to attend and support participants throughout.
Wānaka – Free Youth Skate Class (age 5 - 18)
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 10:30am–11:45am
→ Youth registration form
Wānaka – Free Adaptive Skate Event (age 5 - 21)
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 12:00pm–1:15pm
→ Adaptive registration form
Spaces are limited to 8 participants per class.
See the registration forms at the bottom of this page to secure your place.
Attending the youth class with Kahu Youth Trust?
Please tick this option on the registration form. We’ll then send you their Parent/Guardian Consent Form, which also needs to be completed.
They are able to provide transport options for participants attending their youth programmes.
SUPPORT PEOPLE WELCOME.
Parents, carers, whanau, friends and support workers are welcome to attend and
support participants throughout the session.
What's Included
Guided adaptive skateboarding coaching
Skateboards, helmets and protective gear provided
What to Bring
• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
• Closed-toe shoes (no Crocs or jandals)
• Water bottle
• Snacks if needed
• Any personal medication
• Please bring your own helmet if you have one, as this will usually provide the best and most comfortable fit. We'll also have helmets, skateboards
and protective pads available to borrow.
• A parent, carer, whānau member, friend, or support worker if additional support would be helpful.
Dates and Location
Wānaka – Free Youth Skate Class (age 5 - 18)
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 10:30am–11:45am
→ Youth registration form
Wānaka – Free Adaptive Skate Event (age 5 - 21)
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 12:00pm–1:15pm
→ Adaptive registration form
Choose your region and class type below.
We have adaptive and youth classes in both Queenstown and Wānaka.
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