International Women’s Day Skate Festival 2026

FREE Female Focused Skate Festival + JAM

Celebrate International Women’s Day at Sydney Park Skatepark with a free, inclusive skate festival celebrating women and girls in skateboarding, while welcoming people of all ages, genders and skill levels to come along and be part of the day.

This event includes free Totem Skateboarding workshops, fun skate games, a bowl jam mini comp, art activations, self-defence workshop, live music, markets and a community fundraiser by Foenix Cruisers, Respect is Rad, as well as co-hosts 2GirlsSk8 and Tiljunefor charities, BighART's Skate of Mind project and Skateistan and Women and Girl’s Emergency Centre.

You do not need to participate in skate workshops to attend.
Everyone is welcome to come down, watch, cheer, connect and get involved in the festival atmosphere.

FREE TOTEM SKATEBOARDING WORKSHOP + JAM

Totem Skateboarding will be running free, structured skate workshops throughout the day, delivered by experienced and supportive coaches.

Workshop info:
• Open to all skill levels
• Designed with women and girls at the centre
• Supportive, non-judgemental learning environment
• Participants grouped by skill level on the day
• Limited spots available for workshops

Skateboarding equipment may be available in limited numbers. Please bring your own board and safety gear if possible.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

WHO CAN ATTEND

You don’t need to skate to be part of the day!

• All ages welcome
• All genders welcome
• Skaters and non-skaters welcome
• Beginners through to experienced riders
• Friends, family and community encouraged to attend

Skate workshops are suitable for beginners through to intermediate skaters. Experienced skaters are welcome to join the jam sessions and bowl comp.

TICKETS & REGISTRATION (IMPORTANT)

Tickets are for preregistration only.
Registering helps us manage numbers for skate workshops and activities.

• Tickets do not restrict general attendance
• You are welcome to attend even if you are not skating
• You are welcome to attend without registering if you are just coming to watch or hang out
• Preregistration gives you access to participate in workshops and organised activities

EVENT SCHEDULE (SNAPSHOT)

• 11:00 am – Welcome & Acknowledgement of Country
• 11:45 am – Skate workshop warm-up
• 12:00 pm – Skate workshops
• 1:00 pm – Lunch, art activation & markets
• 1:45 pm – Fun division skate games
• 2:45 pm – Bowl Jam mini comp
• 3:40 pm – Thank you & wrap up

The final schedule will be shared closer to the event.

Please note: Times may vary on the day.

⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION

SAFETY & IMPORTANT INFO (TOTEM CONDITIONS)

• This is a drug and alcohol-free event
• Helmets are compulsory for participants under 18 years and strongly recommended
• Participants can must pre-register via Eventbrite or in person on the day
• All skaters must complete a Totem Skateboarding waiver
• Under 18s require a parent or guardian to complete the waiver
• Photography and filming will take place on the day

By registering, participants acknowledge and agree to Totem Skateboarding’s safety guidelines and workshop conditions.
👉 Totem Skateboarding Waiver Form
(Note: The waiver is NOT a ticket.)

Bookings: Spots are limited ~ register via Eventbrite to secure your place.

Weather: This is an outdoor event and may be postponed or cancelled due to wet weather (anywhere from 48 to 2 hours before the event).
We cannot skate on wet ground for safety reasons.

Equipment: Professional-grade skateboards, helmets, and safety pads (optional) are supplied. You’re also welcome to bring your own gear.

ABOUT THE LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES

We believe in having a go, so students are encouraged to go at their own pace under the guidance of our coaches. By combining the physical and creative elements of skateboarding, Totem allows students to try and practice a wide, unique range of skills to build self-esteem in a fun, safe, and supported environment.

The lessons cater for Newcomers and beginners to "transitioning to intermediate" Skaters.

ABOUT THE SELF-EXPRESSION JAM SESSION

This is not a class, but a chance for participants to have extra support to focus on their own progression. Giving them the experience of a comp setting with loads of prize giveaways to be won. The session will help to boost their confidence and become familiar with and keep the momentum going to move to the next level of competing in bigger jams and comps. All while highlighting and appreciating the time, energy, and effort they have put into getting good at skating.

WHAT CLASS SHOULD I REGISTER FOR?

We have created this simple guide to help you decide which class will be best suited for you/your child.

Our beginner class is for skill level 0 to 1, and the intermediate class and self-expression jam session are for skill level 2 to 3.

Level 0 - The Newcomer

New to skateboarding and has no experience. Might have had a go, but feels uncomfortable on a board.

Level 1 - Beginner

Has skated a few times, with limited experience, and needs to practice to build more confidence and a basic skill set(foot & body positions).

Level 2 - Transition into Intermediate

Knows the foundational skills(tick tac, calving, etc) and wants to start exploring tricks such as ollies, drop-ins, etc.

Level 3 - Intermediate

Is confident on a skateboard, knows the foundational skills(tick tac, calving, etc), a few tricks(ollies, drop-ins, etc), and wants to advance to the next level(flip tricks, grinds, etc)

Important Please Read

This event may be filmed or photographed!

Images may be used on Council websites, publications, social media channels and circulated to the press and other media organisations for publication, transmission or broadcast.

If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify Council or Totem staff during the event.

GIVING BACK

This event is also a fundraiser supporting women-focused skate and mental health initiatives, including BighART's Skate of Mind project and Skateistan, an international organisation using skateboarding as a tool for youth empowerment and education.

This FREE community event is proudly brought to you by Foenix Cruisers & Respect is Rad as well as co-hosts 2GirlsSk8 and Tiljune as well as charity, Women and Girl’s Emergency Centre(WAGEC)

Want to DONATE?? HIT THE LINK HERE

For any questions, contact: bookings@totemskateboarding.com

Totem Skateboarding ~ Inspiring Communities through Skateboarding since 2010.