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Exposure’s 2024 annual flagship event was the most impactful women’s skateboarding event to date. An international field of skaters pushed boundaries while raising money for survivors of domestic violence. History was made with multiple tricks that have never been done before. 

EXPOSURE 2025 – NOV 1 & 2 – ENCINITAS, CA

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Exposure Skate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering women, girls and nonbinary individuals through skateboarding and teaching compassion through service. We offer a range of classes, camps, retreats, college scholarships and events for all ages which incorporate social and emotional learning through skateboarding, mindfulness and community service.

Exposure’s unique programming creates an outlet for women, girls and nonbinary individuals to build confidence, community, education and healthy mental and physical well-being.

 

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Community Skateboarding

Lesli Cohen and Amelia Brodka created the nonprofit in order to feature year-round programming dedicated to empowerment through skateboarding and compassion through service. In addition to skateboarding, Exposure’s programs include elements of giving back to at-risk communities, social and emotional development, inclusion, leadership, service and college scholarship opportunities.

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Domestic Violence

Exposure Skate has helped to raise $300,000 for Domestic Violence Support programs. Our major event supports the CRC.

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By creating welcoming spaces since 2012, Exposure Skate has cultivated a rich community that impacts participants and volunteers alike.

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Exposure also works with communities to develop inclusive events throughout the globe. Past collaborations have included partnerships with Monster Skatepark in Sydney, Australia, Speaking engagements at Waikato University in New Zealand, a skatepark with free clinics at the 2023 Summer X Games, Exposure Weeks at Woodward West and Skate Sanctuary retreats for women, trans and nonbinary skaters.

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Exposure’s competitions have created an avenue for amateur, professional and Olympic skateboarders to thrive. Since 2012, Exposure’s events have brought nontraditional skateboarders from 25 countries together to share their passion for skateboarding. Each event offers street, vert and bowl disciplines for skaters ranging in ability from amateur to pro.

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IMPORTANT for DIVERSITY

EXPOSURE is important for the diversity and inclusivity of skating. I love seeing what’s possible

Tony Hawk
Professional Skater
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EXPOSURE is the most significant women’s skate event on the pro calendar...the importance of this annual ‘state-of-women's-skate' continues to grow

Miki Vuckovich
Director of Strategic Initiatives, CA Skateparks
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A 501(c)(3) nonprofit empowering women, girls and non-binary individuals through skateboarding.

Alongside @pistolkee @woodburnskateboard @skaterosie @adrianne.sloboh @womxnsk8history , Exposure Skate cofounder @ameliabrodka will be a part of a panel this Thursday 3/27 from 5-7pm at the Love Library on @sandiegostateuniversity campus! Presented by @skate.sdsu and @theskateparkproject 🛹✨

A skate session will take place afterwards at @artsandrecstore in Barrio Logan from 8-10pm.

#ExposureSkate #AmeliaBrodka #SanDiego #sdsu #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community

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Alongside @pistolkee @woodburnskateboard @skaterosie @adrianne.sloboh @womxnsk8history , Exposure Skate cofounder @ameliabrodka will be a part of a panel this Thursday 3/27 from 5-7pm at the Love Library on @sandiegostateuniversity campus! Presented by @skate.sdsu and @theskateparkproject 🛹✨ A skate session will take place afterwards at @artsandrecstore in Barrio Logan from 8-10pm. #ExposureSkate #AmeliaBrodka #SanDiego #sdsu #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community

Alongside @pistolkee @woodburnskateboard @skaterosie @adrianne.sloboh @womxnsk8history , Exposure Skate cofounder @ameliabrodka will be a part of a panel this Thursday 3/27 from 5-7pm at the Love Library on @sandiegostateuniversity campus! Presented by @skate.sdsu and @theskateparkproject 🛹✨

A skate session will take place afterwards at @artsandrecstore in Barrio Logan from 8-10pm.

#ExposureSkate #AmeliaBrodka #SanDiego #sdsu #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community ...

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🌟What an incredible day at the @clairemontskatepark ! 🛹✨We were thrilled to provide free skateboarding lessons to local youth just before @usaskateboarding ‘s Big Air contest presented by @alaskaair .

Learn-to-skate participants not only worked on their skateboarding skills, but they also got creative and filled Positivity Jars with encouraging messages and words of affirmation. 🌈 Huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers who helped these kids progress their skills and, most importantly, have FUN! 👏

Thank you to the @clairemontskatepark for sharing this wonderful space, and congratulations to @anna_shea_skates and @jdsanchez___ for taking the win in the Big Air competition! 🏆 Everyone did incredible!

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#ExposureSkate #SkateRising #SpreadKindness #clairemontskatepark #USASkateboarding #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community #skateboarders

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🌟What an incredible day at the @clairemontskatepark ! 🛹✨We were thrilled to provide free skateboarding lessons to local youth just before @usaskateboarding ‘s Big Air contest presented by @alaskaair . Learn-to-skate participants not only worked on their skateboarding skills, but they also got creative and filled Positivity Jars with encouraging messages and words of affirmation. 🌈 Huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers who helped these kids progress their skills and, most importantly, have FUN! 👏 Thank you to the @clairemontskatepark for sharing this wonderful space, and congratulations to @anna_shea_skates and @jdsanchez___ for taking the win in the Big Air competition! 🏆 Everyone did incredible! Edit by @dannimerk #ExposureSkate #SkateRising #SpreadKindness #clairemontskatepark #USASkateboarding #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community #skateboarders

🌟What an incredible day at the @clairemontskatepark ! 🛹✨We were thrilled to provide free skateboarding lessons to local youth just before @usaskateboarding ‘s Big Air contest presented by @alaskaair .

Learn-to-skate participants not only worked on their skateboarding skills, but they also got creative and filled Positivity Jars with encouraging messages and words of affirmation. 🌈 Huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers who helped these kids progress their skills and, most importantly, have FUN! 👏

Thank you to the @clairemontskatepark for sharing this wonderful space, and congratulations to @anna_shea_skates and @jdsanchez___ for taking the win in the Big Air competition! 🏆 Everyone did incredible!

Edit by @dannimerk

#ExposureSkate #SkateRising #SpreadKindness #clairemontskatepark #USASkateboarding #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #community #skateboarders ...

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Registration for tomorrow’s learn-to-skate ends at 8 pm tonight. Secure your spot now! 🔗🛹

📆Saturday March 15th
⏰3-5: Free skate lessons
⏰5-6:30: High Air contest
📍3401 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, 92117 @clairemontskatepark

Exposure Skate will provide free skate lessons for youth tomorrow at @clairemontskatepark , just before @usaskateboarding ‘s High Air contest presented by @alaskaair ! ✈️

#ExposureSkate #SkateRising #USASkateboarding #clairemontskatepark #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegolife #skatelife

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Registration for tomorrow’s learn-to-skate ends at 8 pm tonight. Secure your spot now! 🔗🛹 📆Saturday March 15th ⏰3-5: Free skate lessons ⏰5-6:30: High Air contest 📍3401 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, 92117 @clairemontskatepark Exposure Skate will provide free skate lessons for youth tomorrow at @clairemontskatepark , just before @usaskateboarding ‘s High Air contest presented by @alaskaair ! ✈️ #ExposureSkate #SkateRising #USASkateboarding #clairemontskatepark #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegolife #skatelife

Registration for tomorrow’s learn-to-skate ends at 8 pm tonight. Secure your spot now! 🔗🛹

📆Saturday March 15th
⏰3-5: Free skate lessons
⏰5-6:30: High Air contest
📍3401 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, 92117 @clairemontskatepark

Exposure Skate will provide free skate lessons for youth tomorrow at @clairemontskatepark , just before @usaskateboarding ‘s High Air contest presented by @alaskaair ! ✈️

#ExposureSkate #SkateRising #USASkateboarding #clairemontskatepark #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegolife #skatelife ...

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We had a great time celebrating International Women’s Day with free skate clinics, empowering activities and a Q and A with special guest volunteer @heili_sirvio ! A huge thank you to the @catrainingfacility for having us and @bestpizzaandbrew and @starbread_bakery for feeding our team. We are grateful for the huge crew of volunteers who donated their time to set up, break down and share their skateboarding knowledge with the youth.

Thank you @etnies @triple8nyc @187killerpads for the raffle prizes!
🎥 @dannimerk
#internationalwomensday

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We had a great time celebrating International Women’s Day with free skate clinics, empowering activities and a Q and A with special guest volunteer @heili_sirvio ! A huge thank you to the @catrainingfacility for having us and @bestpizzaandbrew and @starbread_bakery for feeding our team. We are grateful for the huge crew of volunteers who donated their time to set up, break down and share their skateboarding knowledge with the youth. Thank you @etnies @triple8nyc @187killerpads for the raffle prizes! 🎥 @dannimerk #internationalwomensday

We had a great time celebrating International Women’s Day with free skate clinics, empowering activities and a Q and A with special guest volunteer @heili_sirvio ! A huge thank you to the @catrainingfacility for having us and @bestpizzaandbrew and @starbread_bakery for feeding our team. We are grateful for the huge crew of volunteers who donated their time to set up, break down and share their skateboarding knowledge with the youth.

Thank you @etnies @triple8nyc @187killerpads for the raffle prizes!
🎥 @dannimerk
#internationalwomensday ...

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Tomorrow!

📅Saturday March 8th
⏰12-3 Open Skate, 3-5 @skaterising clinic
📍1410 Vantage Ct, 92081, Vista, CA

Learn from Olympians and pros and progress your skateboarding skills during tomorrow’s @skaterising clinic at the @catrainingfacility !

There will be an open skate session from 12-3 where all women and girls will have free access to the full-size street and park courses. 🛹

We will collect snack items to donate to @lifelinecommunityservices . ❤️

#SkateRising #ExposureSkate #InternationalWomensDay2025 #catrainingfacility #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegocounty

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Tomorrow! 📅Saturday March 8th ⏰12-3 Open Skate, 3-5 @skaterising clinic 📍1410 Vantage Ct, 92081, Vista, CA Learn from Olympians and pros and progress your skateboarding skills during tomorrow’s @skaterising clinic at the @catrainingfacility ! There will be an open skate session from 12-3 where all women and girls will have free access to the full-size street and park courses. 🛹 We will collect snack items to donate to @lifelinecommunityservices . ❤️ #SkateRising #ExposureSkate #InternationalWomensDay2025 #catrainingfacility #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegocounty

Tomorrow!

📅Saturday March 8th
⏰12-3 Open Skate, 3-5 @skaterising clinic
📍1410 Vantage Ct, 92081, Vista, CA

Learn from Olympians and pros and progress your skateboarding skills during tomorrow’s @skaterising clinic at the @catrainingfacility !

There will be an open skate session from 12-3 where all women and girls will have free access to the full-size street and park courses. 🛹

We will collect snack items to donate to @lifelinecommunityservices . ❤️

#SkateRising #ExposureSkate #InternationalWomensDay2025 #catrainingfacility #skateboarding #skatelessons #sandiegocounty ...

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Happy Birthday to Exposure Skate’s Programs Director @jesskeeprollin ! 🥳
Jess brings so much positive energy to Exposure, we’re so grateful to have such a compassionate leader on our team. Her passion for empowering others through skateboarding shines brighter every year. ⭐️ Here’s to another year of inspiring change and living your best life! ❤️🎊

#ExposureSkate #GratefulForYou #PositivityIsKey #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #community #nonprofit

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Happy Birthday to Exposure Skate’s Programs Director @jesskeeprollin ! 🥳 Jess brings so much positive energy to Exposure, we’re so grateful to have such a compassionate leader on our team. Her passion for empowering others through skateboarding shines brighter every year. ⭐️ Here’s to another year of inspiring change and living your best life! ❤️🎊 #ExposureSkate #GratefulForYou #PositivityIsKey #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #community #nonprofit

Happy Birthday to Exposure Skate’s Programs Director @jesskeeprollin ! 🥳
Jess brings so much positive energy to Exposure, we’re so grateful to have such a compassionate leader on our team. Her passion for empowering others through skateboarding shines brighter every year. ⭐️ Here’s to another year of inspiring change and living your best life! ❤️🎊

#ExposureSkate #GratefulForYou #PositivityIsKey #skateboarding #skateboardingisfun #community #nonprofit ...

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