Shanko’s Skate School C.I.C. is an accessible and inclusive skateboarding organisation, founded and led by professional coach, Cath Shanks.

Shanko’s primary focus is to help people access skating, no matter what barriers they may currently face. We’re on a mission to provide a safe space where everybody feels welcome, supported, free to be themselves and able to learn without fear of judgement.

We’re currently running regular school sessions, as well as delivering and developing two targeted funded projects, which focus on Mental Health awareness and SEN inclusive sessions.

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WHY SHANKO’S EXISTS

Shanko’s founder, Cath, was diagnosed with Epilepsy when she was just 14 and is still navigating different treatments to try and gain seizure control. Having unstable epilepsy, alongside trying to manage Autism and ADHD as an adult woman has proved a real challenge, but it’s the reason Shanko’s Skate School exists today. Shanko’s is the byproduct of all these challenges, in an attempt to both create work that is accessible for herself, whilst also creating a safe and inclusive environment for others; particularly those who also have long term health conditions, disabilities or have experienced mental health struggles.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

Cath has over 15 years of sports coaching experience, is a nationally qualified skateboard coach and also has experience as a course tutor and coach mentor for both of the Skateboard GB coaching qualifications.

All coaches who work with Shanko’s Skate School C.I.C. hold an Updated Enhanced DBS check, are first aid qualified and safeguarding trained. Coaches are also encouraged to have additional qualifications and attended training on Mental Health, Promoting Inclusivity and Understanding Autism.

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CONTACT

Cath Shanks
cath@shankosskateschool.com
WhatsApp: +447591492107

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