Beyond the Board
With our Skate Mentorship Program, GRLSWIRL dedicated volunteers, chapter leaders, and team riders guide participants in the basics of skating, fostering not only physical skills, but also personal growth. We provide a safe, supportive space for them to step out of their comfort zones, embrace vulnerability, and connect with others. It’s more than learning to skate—it’s about building friendships, community, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
Our Impact
By teaching these youth how to skate, we are strengthening a light inside of them to be fearless and tackle their vulnerability in all aspects of life. Skateboarding breaks down the typical gender boundaries that girls have instilled in their brains from birth. It teaches them that they can do anything regardless of their gender. We teach our mentees to support one another, be thoughtful and most of all be kind. We believe that pairing younger generations with older mentors , we are giving them a positive role model to aspire to be.
Our Reach
We’ve hosted over 70 skate mentorships worldwide, teaching 600+ kids and bringing our Skate Mentorship Program to communities across the globe. Along the way, we’ve partnered with organizations like Love Activists, Mondays at the Mission, Boys & Girls Club, Girlpowerful Inc., Think Lab, YMCA, and more.
