The world’s largest skateboarding event for women & nonbinary skaters. Featuring vert, street & bowl competitions, learn-to-skate clinics and a vendor village. Proceeds support survivors of domestic violence.
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.
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.
Exposure Skate has helped to raise $300,000 for Domestic Violence Support programs. Our major event supports the CRC.
By creating welcoming spaces since 2012, Exposure Skate has cultivated a rich community that impacts participants and volunteers alike.
Head over to our shop and get some gear. Merchandise sales support our mission and programs
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.
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.
Donors and sponsors throughout the years
Cultivating compassion through service is at the core of our mission. Connect with us and you can make an impact while becoming a part of a community.
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Our programs leave an impression. Check out the feedback we have gotten from skateboarding legends, parents and industry leaders.
EXPOSURE is important for the diversity and inclusivity of skating. I love seeing what’s possible
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
Exposure 2024 is this weekend! 🛹
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Documentary “Beyond the Board” highlighting @margielyndidal ‘s road to the Olympics will screen Saturday 11/2 7pm at @lapalomatheatre . Get your ticket for free at the link in bio. 🔗
Graphics by @hannaheddyart
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #skateboarders #encinitascalifornia
Exposure 2024 is this weekend! 🛹
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Documentary “Beyond the Board” highlighting @margielyndidal ‘s road to the Olympics will screen Saturday 11/2 7pm at @lapalomatheatre . Get your ticket for free at the link in bio. 🔗
Graphics by @hannaheddyart
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #skateboardingisfun #skatelife #skateboarders #encinitascalifornia
@reallyrahaf shares her thoughts on Exposure Skate’s mission to empower women through skateboarding. ✨
Exposure 2024 is going down this weekend! 🛹
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
🎥competition footage: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #etnies #etniesskateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skateboarders
@reallyrahaf shares her thoughts on Exposure Skate’s mission to empower women through skateboarding. ✨
Exposure 2024 is going down this weekend! 🛹
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
🎥competition footage: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #etnies #etniesskateboarding #skateboardingisfun #skateboarders
Patti McGee’s heartwarming presence would light up any room she walked into. She gave the warmest hugs, wore the kindest smile and offered the most encouraging words. Patti’s support for Exposure Skate, women’s skateboarding and community will forever be appreciated.
Exposure Skate will be holding a special ceremony for Patti on November 2 at 5pm on the vert ramp at Exposure 2024.
Join us in honoring Patti, women’s first pro skateboarder who paved the way for girls to chase their dreams in skateboarding.
Patti McGee’s heartwarming presence would light up any room she walked into. She gave the warmest hugs, wore the kindest smile and offered the most encouraging words. Patti’s support for Exposure Skate, women’s skateboarding and community will forever be appreciated.
Exposure Skate will be holding a special ceremony for Patti on November 2 at 5pm on the vert ramp at Exposure 2024.
Join us in honoring Patti, women’s first pro skateboarder who paved the way for girls to chase their dreams in skateboarding.
@91xsandiego Skate Report with @martyinyourear and @ameliabrodka keeps us informed on upcoming skateboarding events.. 🛹👇
- 10/26 1pm-dark at Dallas Skatepark in La Mesa: @local_skateshop presents Death Race, which will include costume contests, best tricks and a game of SKATE. 🎃
- 10/26 12-3pm at the @catrainingfacility in Vista: a Halloween costume jam and open skate session are going down, best costume wins one month of free open skate sessions! 🕺
- 11/2&3 9am-5pm at Encinitas Community “Poods” Park: Exposure 2024 is going down! Admission is free for anyone to come watch some of the world’s most talented women in skateboarding compete in street, bowl and vert events. 🏆@margielyndidal ‘s documentary “Beyond the Board” will screen at La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas Saturday 11/2, tickets available on Eventbrite.🍿
Tune into @91xsandiego Thursday and Friday mornings to stay in the loop on all things skateboarding with @martyinyourear and @ameliabrodka . 📻
#91x #91xsandiego #ExposureSkate2024 #ExposureSkate #lapalomatheatre #skateboardingisfun #skatelife
@91xsandiego Skate Report with @martyinyourear and @ameliabrodka keeps us informed on upcoming skateboarding events.. 🛹👇
- 10/26 1pm-dark at Dallas Skatepark in La Mesa: @local_skateshop presents Death Race, which will include costume contests, best tricks and a game of SKATE. 🎃
- 10/26 12-3pm at the @catrainingfacility in Vista: a Halloween costume jam and open skate session are going down, best costume wins one month of free open skate sessions! 🕺
- 11/2&3 9am-5pm at Encinitas Community “Poods” Park: Exposure 2024 is going down! Admission is free for anyone to come watch some of the world’s most talented women in skateboarding compete in street, bowl and vert events. 🏆@margielyndidal ‘s documentary “Beyond the Board” will screen at La Paloma Theatre in Encinitas Saturday 11/2, tickets available on Eventbrite.🍿
Tune into @91xsandiego Thursday and Friday mornings to stay in the loop on all things skateboarding with @martyinyourear and @ameliabrodka . 📻
#91x #91xsandiego #ExposureSkate2024 #ExposureSkate #lapalomatheatre #skateboardingisfun #skatelife
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Exposure 2024 is next weekend!
Sign up to compete at the link in bio. 🛹
🎥competition footage: @brent_hyden @ho_sway
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #etnies #etniesskateboarding #streetskateboarding #skateboarders #communityovercompetition
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Exposure 2024 is next weekend!
Sign up to compete at the link in bio. 🛹
🎥competition footage: @brent_hyden @ho_sway
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #etnies #etniesskateboarding #streetskateboarding #skateboarders #communityovercompetition
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
We’re stoked to have @vans sponsor the Vert Best Trick and Vert Highest Air segments at Exposure 2024! 🛹
Don’t forget to stop by their booth for autograph signings with Olympic gold medalist @arisa_trew alongside steezy rippers @lizziearmanto and @cocona.hiraki . ✍️💥
🎥: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #vans #vansskate #arisatrew #encinitaslife #sandiegocounty
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
We’re stoked to have @vans sponsor the Vert Best Trick and Vert Highest Air segments at Exposure 2024! 🛹
Don’t forget to stop by their booth for autograph signings with Olympic gold medalist @arisa_trew alongside steezy rippers @lizziearmanto and @cocona.hiraki . ✍️💥
🎥: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #WomenInSports #vans #vansskate #arisatrew #encinitaslife #sandiegocounty
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Exposure 2024 is less than 2 weeks away! We’re so excited to watch such talented shredders like @mazelparis skate and have fun. 🛹
Don’t forget to sign up to compete at the link in bio!
🎥competition footage: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate2024 #ExposureSkate #WomenInSports #mazelparis #skateboarders #encinitaslife #sandiego
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Exposure 2024 is less than 2 weeks away! We’re so excited to watch such talented shredders like @mazelparis skate and have fun. 🛹
Don’t forget to sign up to compete at the link in bio!
🎥competition footage: @ho_sway @brent_hyden
#ExposureSkate2024 #ExposureSkate #WomenInSports #mazelparis #skateboarders #encinitaslife #sandiego
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Thank you @merge4socks for supporting Exposure 2024 as a premium sponsor!
@merge4socks art by @adamkeely
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #MERGE4 #skatelife #skateboardingisfun #encinitasca #sandiegoevents
📍Encinitas Community “Poods” Park, November 2 & 3
Thank you @merge4socks for supporting Exposure 2024 as a premium sponsor!
@merge4socks art by @adamkeely
#ExposureSkate #ExposureSkate2024 #MERGE4 #skatelife #skateboardingisfun #encinitasca #sandiegoevents
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