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A week of Telluride skatepark progression: The Drop Boardshop’s summer shred camp
A one-week, coach-led skate camp in Telluride that guides kids from first push to confident park riding and life-skill growth.
A week of Telluride skatepark progression: The Drop Boardshop’s summer shred camp.
Join a week-long skateboarding camp that transforms kids into more confident riders: expert coaches meet skaters at their ability level and run progressive sessions across Telluride’s three skateparks, pairing trick instruction with life-skill lessons in patience, perseverance and self-confidence.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Expert, ability‑based instruction
Coaches assess each skater—from complete beginners to intermediate and advanced—and structure lessons to build skill, confidence and progression in a safe, supportive environment.
Three different Telluride skateparks
The program rotates through Telluride’s three skateparks so campers get flatland, street plaza and bowl exposure—covering everything from ollies to street tricks to bowl riding.
Skateboarding as a tool for life skills
Beyond tricks, the camp emphasizes patience, perseverance, focus and respect—skills organizers say repeatedly transfer from the skatepark into everyday life.
What the day feels like
What a week feels like
Mornings are coach‑led sessions that place each camper with peers at a similar level, drilling fundamentals and layering new moves as they rotate between Telluride’s skateparks; the week is designed as a sustained progression so players leave with tangible trick improvements and boosted confidence.
THE COACHING
Expert, ability‑based instruction
Coaches assess each skater—from complete beginners to intermediate and advanced—and structure lessons to build skill, confidence and progression in a safe, supportive environment.
THE PARKS
Three different Telluride skateparks
The program rotates through Telluride’s three skateparks so campers get flatland, street plaza and bowl exposure—covering everything from ollies to street tricks to bowl riding.
THE IMPACT
Skateboarding as a tool for life skills
Beyond tricks, the camp emphasizes patience, perseverance, focus and respect—skills organizers say repeatedly transfer from the skatepark into everyday life.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All skatecampers must bring close‑toed athletic shoes, a water bottle, snacks, and a positive attitude.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the duration and schedule for the camp?
The offering is a one‑week morning session (listed as 9–3 for the weeklong rate).
What are drop‑off and pick‑up times and where do we meet?
Meet at Telluride TownPark Skatepark (500 East Colorado Ave). The provided meeting info lists drop‑off at 9:00am and pick‑up at 12:00pm.
How much does the camp cost?
The listed rate for the morning session, one week, is $420.
What skill levels are accepted?
Camp accepts a range of ability levels—coaches work with complete beginners through intermediate and advanced skaters and place campers by ability.
What will my child learn at camp?
Camp curriculum covers core skateboard skills—flatland ollies, street plaza tricks and bowl riding—alongside lessons in patience, perseverance, focus and respect.