Bailey Te Maipi

Guest writer

Bailey Te Maipi (Tuhoe, Te Aitanga ā Mahaki, Rongowhakaata) was born and raised in the skateparks of the Kāpiti Coast. She is the founder and lead instructor for Waa Hine Skate, empowering wāhine and takatāpui to give skating a go.

Amber Clyde founded Girls Skate NZ to empower and educate young women in the sport. (Photo: Back on the Board)

How to get into skateboarding when you don’t know where to start

From gear to tricks to finding a community, here's what you need to get on the board at any age.

By Bailey Te Maipi | 8th March, 2023