Back in 2012 when I first stepped into the surf and skate scene I felt that the presence of Ladies was lacking. A place for us all to be completely ourselves while diving into sports that are a bit terrifying.
It's always been about team work, community building, and changing a culture that has somewhat casted our Ladies as watchers instead of doers.
Ladies Shred is for everyone, when the Ladies are empowered so are we all.
Whether it's our After School Skateboarding Classes, Mom / Adult Daytime Classes, Community Events, or our epic SURF/SKATE/CREATE school break camps we are dedicated to include who ever wants to join. Though we predominantly cater to girls/ women we LOVE watching everyone rise and progress in these sports.
What you learn with Ladies Shred:
- team work
- etiquette
- balance/flexibility
- how to ride
- how to stop
-how to fall
- rules of the ocean and ramp
Ladies Shred is more than lessons and camps, it's a community of like minded shredders who encourage and cheer each other on.
If you want to be apart of our crew don't hesitate to reach out!
Much Love,
Lil
Entering the world of board sports is a testament of wanting to connect. Learning any type of board riding requires balance and patience. That's why I choose to incorporate visualization, goal setting and beginning yoga (discussing how taking care of our bodies helps us to grow as boarders)
Knowing how challenging it can be to learn something new, we keep a very easy demeanor when teaching. Learning should always be fun. Constantly reminding ourselves to be easy on our progress, even the tiniest steps are greatly important.
When something scares us we know it's time to do it, we will always encourage you to push your fear boundaries safely by building confidence first.
Hello and welcome to the Ladies Shred website, my name is Lilja (pronounced Lil-Ya), but most call me Lil.
I grew up here in Marin County and discovered an incredible passion for learning and coaching surf and skate back in 2012.
I fell in love with the rhythm of the board sports, how riders look so effortless and graceful (even as they took brutal slams).
I've also always loved falling (being a gymnast and competitive cheerleader as a youth) surfing and skating seemed like a perfect fit. Sports that encourage individuality, community and most importantly persistence.
The road to Ladies Shred has definitely been an interesting one. I began learning tricks when I was 17 years old after gaining employment at Proof Lab Surf Shop. Before I knew it I was helping coach at Big Dog Surf Camp during the summers, learning the ins and outs of surfing. Then working for surf/skate camps and coaches all over Marin.
In 2013 I asked PL if I could host a skate night for women on Friday nights, they were happy to oblige. Here Ladies Shred was born.
What began as a way to meet other ladies who shred turned into a beautiful teaching opportunity, encouraging youth from as young as 3 years old to 50 years old. No one is ever too old to skate.
My philosophies lie in taking slams and hopping back up, testing our boundaries yet respecting them, holding space for others, and creating environments in inclusivity while highlighting the empowerment of GIRLS.
When we support each other we grow.
When we come together we create change.
This is what I stand for and this is what Ladies Shred will always be.
Much Love,
Lil
Not all of us feel comfortable busting into the line up or showing up at the skatepark with little to no skill. This is why ladies shred is important, it is a space for those of us who don't feel like we fit in with the pop culture that is skating or surfing.
That being said this is also a place for those who identify as girls, non-binary, and yes for the boys too! We love all those that are searching for something a little kinder, something a bit slower.
We will always encourage you to move to the beat of your own drum!
Surf / Skate / Create
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