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Esteemed skatepark designers from Denmark will be dropping into Jersey after they were officially appointed to take the new skatepark project to the next level.
Representatives from architectural company Glifberg-Lykke, which specialise in skatepark design, will be over next week to scout out potential venues for a new park and listen to views from locals.
Senator Steve Pallett, who has been instrumental in supporting local riders in their ongoing mission to secure a sustainable skating zone, thinks the appointment of Glifberg-Lykke, which was made with the help of Jersey Sport, is a huge leap forward for the project.
“The initial designs will give a clearer picture to all islanders of what could be achieved in the potential location and help everyone visualise what’s possible as we begin to consider the fundraising element of the project.”
Video: The Oslo Skatehall project offers a snapshot of the zones Glifberg-Lykke are capable of creating. (Glifberg-Lykke/Facebook)
Two public consultation events will be held for anyone who wishes to voice their opinion. The first will take place on 10 September at St. James’ School from 18:00 to 20:30. The second is a drop-in session at St. James’ Church Centre on 11 September from 12:00 to 14:00.
Karl Payne, Chairman of the Jersey Skateparks Association (JSA) is relishing the prospect of their arrival. “It is excellent to know that some of the best designers of skate-parks in the world are involved at this stage. It will be an amazing space for all to enjoy," he said.
Pictured: Warning signs posted up at the North Quay skatepark informing users of its partial closure earlier this year.
The JSA was formed earlier this year after a decision was made to close the New North Quay skatepark. Their ultimate goal of fulfilling rider’s desires for a new world-class facility has moved another inch closer with this appointment, which they assisted in making.
Rune Glifberg, co-founder of Glifberg-Lykke will be part of the team visiting the island and is looking forward to collaborating with islanders in order to give them what they want.
He commented: “We very much look forward to meeting the skateboarders and rider community of jersey next week at our open sessions and to hearing your views to help us design a great new park.”
The news follows 11 islanders becoming qualified at professional skateboard coaches to help kickflip prejudices about skaters, and prove that the island is capable of rearing Olympic-level riders.
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