On Saturday, July 21st, CJ's Skateboard Park & School was in Orangeville at the 5th annual Throwdown in O-Town! Our Team Demo Manager, OJ was there with Parent Volunteer Sean Bittle and a bunch of CJ's Team Riders to support the contest and promote the upcoming King of The Groms/Ams event coming up in September. Check out the photos below:
| Billabong's 5th annual Throwdown in O-Town |
Left to right: OJ and Sean Bittle |
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IN HOUSE EVENTS
KING OF THE GROMS
CJ’s is proud to be a part of the 10th annual 2012/2013 King of The Groms / Ams contest! CJ’s will be the first international host location since the contest began! Stay tuned for more details.
2012 / 2013 King of the Groms & King of the AMs Contest Schedule:
- Qualifier #1: C.J. Skatepark in Toronto, Canada - Sept. 27 -30, 2012*
- Qualifier #2: 3rd Lair SkatePark in Golden Valley, Mn. - Oct. 18-21, 2012*
- Qualifier #3: Progressive Skatepark in Canton, Ga. - Nov. 9-11, 2012
- Qualifier #4: The Skatelab in Simi Valley, Ca. - Dec. 7-9, 2012
- Qualifier #5: Southside Skatepark in Houston, Tx. - Jan. 11-13, 2013
- Qualifier #6: Kids That Rip Skatepark in Mesa, Az. - Feb. 14-17, 2013*
- CHAMPIONSHIP: 3rd Lair SkatePark in Golden Valley, Mn - June 13-16, 2013*
(* Vert Ramp event included)
OFFSITE EVENTS
We welcome Seb as co-Team Manager with OJ!If you’ve got demo suggestions, opportunities, or are interested in becoming a C.J. Volunteer, please contact us at info@cjskateboardpark.com, or at 416-259-6888. We are more than happy to bring our best instructors and volunteers to your school, event, or special occasion to perform a demo, including a talk on safety and answering any questions attendees might have about CJ’s and what we’re all about.
If you’re interested in becoming a C.J. Team Rider, C.J. Demo Rider please email OJ directly at chris@cjskateboardpark.com
CAMPS
SUMMER CAMP
CJ’s Summer Camp with all the new changes has been the best summer camp we have ever had and people are thrilled.
Our experienced and trained staff are introducing beginners to safety and maneuvering fundamentals getting them started on a healthy path of safe and fun skating. Our intermediate camp presents kids with the opportunity to develop their ‘bag of tricks’ as they’re lead through various lessons learning to be comfortable on a variety of terrain
These camps offer plenty of opportunity to practice these skills and new tricks while offering lots of complimentary activities to keep kids engaged and learning throughout the days. To celebrate our 5th season of Summer Camp, CJ’s is giving all our campers a free special custom made red CJ camp t-shirt on the Friday when camp is completed. Also receive a 10% discount off multiple siblings OR multiple weeks. Click on the following link for more info or to register: http://cjskateboardcamp.com/The CJ Summer Camp Schedule for 2012 has the following weeks available:
- August 6 - 10
- August 13 - 17
- August 20 - 24
- August 27 - September 31
ADVANCED SUMMER CAMP (NEW)
Our first summer of Advanced Camp is going well. We’ve had numerous campers in our first few weeks and we’re hearing lots of positive feedback – advanced campers are really enjoying visiting numerous parks across the GTA and having Head Coach, Eric Bono (right) help them learn new tricks and much more.Limited spaces are still available for remaining weeks this summer – so don’t miss your opportunity to take your skating to the next level with our Advanced Camp experience – schedule your interview and assessment today!
Register online, pay online, and download all necessary forms and info easily with a click of your mouse:
https://www.cjskateboardcamp.com/register/
ONGOING PROGRAMS COMING
THIS FALL!
We’re pleased to be launching new for Fall 2012, ongoing programs that will run for 12 weeks, through fall, winter, and spring. These programs will serve all levels of skaters, and will be run as group lessons. Registration will open very soon for sessions this fall. For more information about these programs please email ariel@cjskateboardpark.com
STAFFING
Work Opportunities
We are always on the lookout for new people to add to the excellent team we’re building at CJ’s. If you believe you have something to add and are interested in becoming a part of the CJ’s Skateboard Park and School Team, please drop by or email your resume to info@cjskateboardpark.com
SOCIAL MEDIA
Be sure to visit and 'Like' our Facebook group page: CJ's Skateboard Park & School (OFFICIAL).
http://www.facebook.com/cjskatepark
EXPANDED PRO-TEC PRO-SHOP NEWS!
Come into our Pro-Shop and have a ProTec helmet properly fitted by our knowledgeable staff. While here you can check out new products from: ETCetera Insoles, Independent, Anti Hero, Thunder, Spitfire, Element, Gold, Skate Mental, ATM, Shorty’s, Venture, DGK, Theeve Trucks etc, etc… including a huge assortment of stickers, and a larger wheel, bushing, truck and hardware selection.
The CJ Pro-Shop is expanding! Be on the lookout for a bigger and better shop with a huge selection to keep you rolling smoothly. Pro decks, longboards, Nike shoes, and much, much more on the way!
CJ’s and Kickboard Canada Inc. have partnered to bring you Micro Scooters. Now available in our pro-Shop, we have 2 great models available to choose from. The Kick Bullet Street Pro retails for $190.00 and the Kick MX Park for $250.00. We’ve also got demo models available for rent so you can try them out before a purchase, or even just for fun when you’re here at the Park! Stay tuned also, for an in house scooter demo and contest. Micro will be bringing in some of their international pro riders and their friends.
| Micro Bullet Street Pro | Micro MX Park |
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Want the coolest and most fun birthday party ever?!
It’s easy! Just call the amazing Shannon Davidson and book a birthday party online or simply call her at 416-259-6888 for all the details. You can also email her directly at Shannon@cjskateboardpark.com
Membership Cards
Memberships are recommended and save you a lot of money, quickly. Next time you come in, we may ask you to have your picture taken. Our Cards are only $10 and last an entire year, the renewal fee for our membership cards will be $10 per year! Cardholders are entitled to:
- Better pricing on open skate, Day pass: 12pm – 5pm or Night pass: 5pm – 10pm for only $10! Non-Members $15
- Better pricing on All Day passes, 12pm – 10pm for only $15! Non-Members $20
- Free safety equipment rentals with all Lessons.
- Anything with Wheels and Bike Night for only $10! Non-Members $15.
- Use of the Sony Play station room, when not being used for Birthday Parties or Camp days.
- Use of Parent lounge with TV and shuffleboard, when not being used for Birthday Parties or Camp days.
- Discounted Sponsor nights.
SPONSORS
We would like to thank all of our new and old sponsors for all of the support we receive. We are always looking for more sponsors to help so just call or email us for more details on what you can do to help!!! We are always in need of sponsors to help support all our programs and kids in the community.
If you have any old Skateboard decks that you no longer need, please drop them off at the park, as we are collecting skateboards to hang on our walls to create a cool visual. Also if you have any used equipment, please drop it off so we can donate it to people who may need it.
Please remember that C.J. Skateboard Park is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT Corporation specializing in hosting a safe environment for all skaters including those with special needs.
We are still in need of the following from sponsors:
- An enclosed, single axle trailer to move portable ramps for off-site demos
- 4 Macs for our coming up film school
- Commercial air conditioner units
- Film editing software
Thank You!
We are introducing an exclusive first year pilot of a brand new concept in camp designed to serve skaters who have outgrown the recreational camp experience, and who are ready to take their skateboard development more seriously. 
ADVANCED SUMMER CAMP (NEW)
June 11th / 2012
PRO-TEC PRO-SHOP NEWS! 
Sumo Skateshop is open for business at 2883 Lakeshore Blvd West! The location is very close to both the 8th Street Skatepark and CJ’s. The shop looks great and it’s filling up with hot products: Nike SB, Vans, Fallen, Omit, Altamont, Creature, Independent, Thunder, Spitfire, Anti-Hero, etc... Everyone involved has done a terrific job! Stay tuned for a newer, better, tougher Sumo Skateshop to keep you barging!
There’s always something happening in our Pro Shop! Come in and have a ProTec helmet properly fitted by our knowledgeable staff. While there you can check out all of our new products from: ETCetera Insoles, Independent, Anti Hero, Thunder, Spitfire, Element, Gold, Skate Mental, ATM, Shorty’s, Venture, DGK, Theeve Trucks etc, etc... including a huge assortment of stickers, and a larger wheel, bushing, truck and hardware selection.
During March, Hall of Famer & world class jockey Sandy Hawley was in to visit the Park and shoot an upcoming segment for his weekly show on ESPN Sports. See links below:
Also don't forget about our Summer Day Camps we're offering throughout the year. Register fast as our programs fill up very quickly!
