Thursday, January 13, 2011

Pepsi Good Idea $100,000 Challenge!

Hello Everyone!

C.J. Skateboard Park & School is very excited to announce that we have been accepted to participate in an online grant program and we need your support!

Starting January 4th 2011 everyone will be able to vote online for their favourite cause. Please visit http://pep.si/edDzJC to help us in our efforts to reduce the division between youth and youth with disabilities in our community. You will be able to vote once per day, and the last day to vote will be Feb 28th 2011.

Skateboarding can break down communication barriers and allow children to be on a level playing field. Even though skateboarding is an individual sport, it encourages kids to support and teach others around them. C.J. Skateboard Park & School is a place to build lasting friendships and to develop the tools kids need to become leaders in our community.


Thank you in advance for your votes!


C.J. Skateboard Park & School Team

Monday, January 3, 2011

January Skateboard Update!

HAPPY NEW YEARS
First a Happy and safe New Years to all of you and your families from of all of us at the C.J. Skateboard Park & School!!!


COMPETITION NEWS
CompetitionsPlease keep yourself informed about our upcoming competitions and spread the word:

Saturday, February 12th 2011: C.J. Skateboard Park will be holding a Valentines Day Competition. This will be held in our redesigned Street Course and best trick in the Foam Pit. As well as a game of Sk8 for cash! Note: because it's Valentines all girls get to register for free!!

Saturday, March 19th 2011: C.J. Skateboard Park will be holding a Spring break Competition. This will be held in our redesigned Mini Ramp Area (with new 6ft mini ramp) and a best trick in the Foam Pit. As well as a game of Sk8 for cash!

Our Holiday Competition was a great success. Thank you to all of our sponsors; West 49, Pizza Pizza, Groms and Protec. Here are the competition winners:

Mini
12 and under
  Mini
13-18
1) Andre Young
2) Michael Sewah
3) Jack Jarvis-Cohen
  1) Jayden Bono
2) Alex B
3) Jason Gibson
     
Mini
19+
  Mini
Girls
1) Tyler McMaster
2) Jay Dworsky
3) Brad McGinn
  1) Savannah Bein
     
Foam Pit
12 and under
  Foam Pit
13-18
1) Nick Scolaro
2) Nick Labbe
3) Ethan Akerman
  1) Luke Hackner
2) Dylan Hancock
3) Marcus Hughs
     
Foam Pit
19+
  Foam Pit
Girls
1) Kirk Harriot
2) Curtis Nicholson
3) Scott Loyst
  1) Savannah Bein
     
Game of Skate
   
1) Jay Dworsky
2) Tatem Dorder
3) Sando Angotti
   

UPCOMING PD DAYS
Don’t forget about our PD day camps which include January 14th 2011 and January 21st 2011.

CompetitionsCost is $55.00 day of or early registration is $45.00 (plus equipment rental if needed). Our PD day camps follow the same routine as our Summer and Holiday camps, and are a great way for children to not only have fun, but gain more experience in skateboarding and making new friends.

Includes group stretch, lessons, healthy snack, lunch, organized games and free skate with an afternoon snack

Don’t forget about our PD day camps! Upcoming PD camps include January 14th 2011 and January 21st 2011.Cost is $50.00 day of or Early registration is $45.00 (plus equipment rental if needed). Our PD day camps follow the same routine as our Summer and Holiday camps, and are a great way for children to not only have fun, but gain more experience in skateboarding and making new friends.


CompetitionsMARCH BREAK CAMP
Holiday camp was a great success! Have your kids be a part of the next C.J. Camp experience!

Registration is still open for March Break Camp. The day begins at 8:30 am with a group class and a healthy snack. We then break into smaller classes according to each camper’s ability. After lunch (included), campers can skate anywhere in the facility, enjoy an afternoon snack and other activities until 4:30 pm. Registration costs $250.00 for the 5-day camp (March 14th – 18th) or $225 if booked before March 1st.


EXCITING NEWS!
C.J. Skateboard Park has decided to expand its mini ramp section! We felt the need to add something different, so we’ve started construction on a 6ft mini ramp! The ramp should be completed soon!

Also, Friday nights will be changing on April 1st at C.J.’s! Bank of Montreal Insurance has helped us to sponsor another recession session. With their help, Friday nights will now be "BMO Insurance Friday's" which will be 7pm-10pm for only $5! This new night will be effective from April 1st - November 30th for the next 3 years. We are also working on a sponsor for Tuesday's, Wednesday's and Saturday's!!


PROGRAMS
We have exciting news about a new program!

CompetitionsStarting January 18th 2011, we will have a six week group lesson package for $120.00 which will include a 1 hour lesson and 1 hour of free skate. Students can attend a structured lesson program weekly where they will be a part of a consistent class of other skateboarders, learning skateboarding and progressing their skill levels. There will be a report filled out for each student showing his or her progress and areas to improve upon.

This program will replace our current Tuesday / Thursday beginner group classes. Our weekend beginner classes will continue. Remember to register for these programs by January 14th.

Family Skate is the best way to have fun with your children, every Sunday from 10am until 12pm. Our Family Skate program is a one hour group lesson, followed by one hour of open skate. The best part about Family Skate is that it is only $10 and includes any rentals needed


SPONSORS
We would like to thank all of our new and old sponsors for all of the support we receive. Thank you to Bank of Montreal Insurance for making our new non winter Friday night recession session possible (which will be starting April 1st - November 30th). We are looking for more sponsors, to help us create more recession sessions Monday through Thursday, and are hoping to have more by the end of January. West 49 (also a newcomer) has donated many prizes for our upcoming contests, including Redstar Decks and West 49 Gift cards!

BMO

We would like to also thank Thomas Power, a student from the Oasis Skateboard Factory for donating his time and effort into making us a skateboard deck from scratch, which we will be displayed in the lobby. 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 wall and create a mural.

Please remember that C.J Skateboard Park is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT Corporation specializing in hosting a safe environment for all kids including those with special needs.

We are still in particular need of the following from sponsors:

  • An enclosed trailer to move portable ramps for off-site demos
  • 8 Macs for our film school
  • Commercial air-conditioner units
  • Film editing software

No matter how big or small a donation is we here at C.J. Skateboard Park appreciate any help given. Thank You!


Demos
Please feel free to contact us to arrange an on-site demo:
416-259-6888. We are more than happy to bring our best instructors and volunteers to your school, event, or special occasions to perform a demo and show you what we are all about including small talk on safety and prizes for correct answers by the people attending.

Birthday Parties
Want the coolest and most fun birthday party ever!!!! Its easy just book a birthday party online or simply call us at 416-259-6888 for all the details.

ID Cards
ID Cards are now mandatory. Next time you come in, we may ask you to have a picture taken.

Our ID Cards are only $5 and last an entire year. We are enforcing this program to enable us to serve you faster at our front desk, and to limit the amount of paper we use here at the park.

Friday, June 18, 2010

Competition Announcement

Hi Everyone,


COMPETITION ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!

C.J Skateboard Park & School, along with Michael Brooke and Concrete Wave Magazine presents our 2nd Annual Father’s Day Competition tomorrow! Saturday June 19th 2010!


Registration is at 6pm and the Competition will start at 7pm

Entry fee is $10 (plus any equipment rental)

Prizes, lots of goodies and a few surprises!


Street Contest 12 and under and 13 and over

Open Vert Contest

Most Outrageous Foam Pit Trick

Girls Street Competition



Cash Prize for Game of Skate! Entry fee is $2 and C.J Skateboard Park & School will match $ for $ 1st place will receive 60% and 2nd place will receive 40% of the winnings!


CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!


C.J Skateboard Park & School will be hosting the

“GIMME MORE SUMMER TOUR” on Tuesday June 22nd

Come on out an see Rosedale and Victory by Revenge perform from 6pm to 9pm


Speaking of summer... come in now to register for a week at C.J.'s Summer Camp as spots are booking up fast!

Thanks Everyone,

Jay Mandarino

Monday, May 31, 2010

Summer Camp Ahead!

Hi Everyone,


Super Summer Camp

The deadline is fast approaching for early bird pricing! So come in to reserve you spot for camp before May 31st! Price goes up to $250 June 1st. All snacks and lunches are included in this great deal! Book more than one week of camp, or register multiple family members and receive a 10% discount!

CJ Team Demos

Our demo dates are booking up fast, so if you want us to come to your school put in your requests now to have us come to you and show you what CJ Skateboard parks is all about.

Competitions!

Come down for “Best trick Fridays” happening every week!

Fun and prizes to be won at every competition!

We are hosting our 2nd Annual Father’s Day Competition on Saturday June 19th 2010 along with Concrete Wave! Only $10 to enter!

Prizes, lots of goodies and a few surprises! Registration is at 6:00 and the competition starts at 7:00! A great opportunity to spend some time with the family. Cash prize for GAME OF SKATE, $2 per person to enter.




One Stop Shopping At CJ’s

You can always pick up the latest gear, hardware and CJ merchandise from our pro shop.Reasonable prices and quality products!

New at the Snack Bar

We have just received SOBE drinks to keep you hydrated while learning your next big trick!

Remember the season is just starting and you can always go to our website www.cjskateboardpark.com for up to date information about programs, lessons and about what is happening here at the park. You can also check out the recent news posted on our founder’s blog at http://jaymandarinoat.blogspot.com/

The park may be closed during the Summer Camp hours due to capacity restrictions so please call to confirm hours of operation on theses days!

We always want to hear from you; your suggestions, questions and comments so feel free to give us a call, send us an e-mail or submit them in the suggestion box in the front at the park!



Thanks,

Jay

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Upcoming Events & Summer Camp!

Hi Everyone!


Summer is not far away and our Summer Camp Registration is open!

Come into the park and reserve your spot before May1st to take advantage of the early bird discount!

Book more than 1 week of camp, or register multiple family members and receive a 10% discount!

March Break Camp was a great success Thanks Everyone!


Sony Playstation room is now open for members and birthday parties!

Our Yogen Fruz machine will be open to serve you within the next 2 weeks!


WE ARE OPEN MONDAY NIGHTS FROM 7:00pm – 10:00pm FOR A SPECIAL RATE OF $5.00, and GIRLS RIDE FOR FREE!!


We would like to welcome all schools, Boy Scout, Girl guides or any other group into the park for field trips! If you would like to make the park a destination for a group visit. Please contact nicole@cjskateboardpark.com with any inquiries.


UP COMING CONTESTS!!!


Starting April 2nd, every Friday at 6:00pm we will be holding a Best Trick Competition!

Admission to the park is your entry fee. 1 winner from each age category will be chosen and their name will appear on a trophy which will be held on display at the park.

All winners from each age groups will compete at the end of the year for a cash prize and a trophy!


Our first ever Freestyle Rollerblade Competition is on Saturday May 1st. Registration starts at 6:00pm and the competition will run from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. A cash prize will be awarded for The Best Trick Competition. Prizes will also be awarded in the Vert and Street Competition! (Amateur and expert)


A Skateboard Competition will be held every month starting on Saturday May 8th. Registration is at 6:00pm, contest runs from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. A cash prize will be awarded for The Best Trick Competition. Prizes will also be awarded for each group in the Vert and Street Competition! (3 age groups for boys and 1 group for girls)


We still have a wide selection of protective gear available for purchase, but it is selling fast so be sure to come down and get it before it’s gone!

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Welcome Nate Taylor

First off, we would like to introduce Nate Taylor to the CJ Family. Nate will be heading up our new and exciting Rollerblading program as the Director of Inline Programming.

Additionally, we will be offering Inline students the chance to be included in the summer camp 2010 season, also private and group lessons are now available!! Please inquire at the park for further details.

We have got in BRAND NEW PRO-TEC HELMETS AND PADS!!!!! Lots of new colours and styles!!!! Come in and get yours today, because they are selling fast!!!!!

As of May 1st, summer camp prices will go up to $250.00 plus the cost of pad, helmet and skateboard rentals. So please book now and take advantage of the early bird price!!! Save $25.00!!!!

We would love to welcome all schools into the park for field trips. We have had two very successful ones already, with exceptionally positive feedback from the students, teachers and principals. Also, we would love to have any Boy Scout, Girl guides or any other group that would like to make the park a destination for a group visit. Please contact nicole@cjskateboardpark.com with any inquiries.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!!

Starting March 15, 2010; we will BE OPEN MONDAY NIGHTS FROM 7:00pm – 10:00pm FOR A SPECIAL RATE OF $5.00, and GIRLS RIDE FOR FREE!!!!!! Getting through the winter can be tough on everyone, especially everyone’s wallets, so starting these “RECESSION SESSION MONDAYS” should prove to be a lot of fun for a lot less!!!! Please see the attached PDF Flyer.

Another SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!

We are going to be holding the first ever Inline Competition at CJ Skateboard Park on April 30th 2010!!!!! There will be two levels of competitors; Amateur and Professional (more details to follow). The competition entry fee will be $15.00 and will include a slice of Pizza, provided by Pizza Pizza!! The Competition will be judged on y our lines, style and number of tricks landed. There will also be a best trick and hammer prizes. Please call to register or do so at the park!! Registration day of will be 6:00pm with the competition beginning at 7:00pm sharp on April 30th 2010. Hope to see everyone there!!!!!!

Sunday, February 14, 2010

Special Announcement - Family Day

Hi Everyone,


Announcement!!!


CJ Skateboard Park & School will be open this Monday Feb 15th for FAMILY DAY!!

Hours for public skate will be from 9:00am to 5:00pm.


We will also be holding a camp on FAMILY DAY!!
Please sign up soon!!
Priced at $45 for the day!!

Drop off is from 8:30am – 9:00am and pick up is from 4:30pm – 5:00pm. The day begins with a group stretch, followed by a group class and a healthy snack at which time we will break for lunch (included). After lunch, campers can skate anywhere in the facility, take part in organized games, or enjoy arts & crafts. Campers will have another afternoon snack and more skate time until 4:30pm.

Please take advantage of early registration for March Break camp, priced at $225.00 (plus pads, helmet or skateboard rentals). Early registration will be closing on March 8th, 2010. After this date, Camp will be priced at $250.00 (plus any pads, helmet or skateboard rentals).

We have reduced prices for our G.C.M.S. (Group Camp Morning Sessions on Saturdays from $25 to $20) and our P.P.F. (Pizza Party Fridays from $20 to $15) Please sign up soon for our Saturday morning G.C.M.S program, which includes a 15 minute group stretch and warm-up, 1 hour group lesson, 1 ¾ hours free skate and/or choice of organized games in the park, healthy snack and Gatorade (powdered). There are 13 spots still available and the Saturday Program runs from 9:00am – 12:00pm

New prices: $2.00 per set of pads ($1each). $20.00 per all day pass. $20.00 deposit for skateboard rentals.

We are buying new pads to replace the old pads.

Everybody, please check out the new website www.cjskateboardpark.com
Please look at the new “Carpool” section under the Guardian/Parents section.
Also please let us know how we can make it work better for everyone and if you want us to add a new section!!

We are expecting our next shipment NEW PADS by the end of next week!! So come by and pick some up before they are all sold out!!

The Great Rock n Roll Flea Market has been cancelled for Saturday, March 13th, 2010. However, we will be holding another similar event scheduled for April where we will be organizing the whole event, details to follow.

We have a new In-line program!! Please inquire at the park for details and sign up for a lesson!!

Please stay posted for details about a new exciting class that will be available for registration soon!!

The CJ Academy explores the basics of digital development from still shots to live action segments.

Students learn the art, science, theory of research and planning, character development, storytelling, design, editing, programming, and project management. Our programs will focus on basic skills, objectives, teamwork and basic knowledge of digital media compositions.

Wacky Wheels Monday!!!

On Monday, February 22, 2010 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm; we will allow scooters and unicycles (along with skateboarders and in-liners) to use the park. There will be park limitations to the scooters and unicycles; the foam pit and vert ramp will be off-limits. Additionally, we will inspect all scooters and unicycles and they will need to comply with our safety requirements or they will not be allowed. A special price of $13 for the 3 hour session.

Thanks to everybody for your continued support!!