Freedom for all to skate and have fun.
SkateFree is an organization committed to promoting the sport of skateboarding to the youth community as a safe and healthy form of physical activity. We see skateboarding as an alternative sport for at-risk children from low-income environments and kids all over the city of Miami. We are dedicated to sharing positivity of skateboarding in the city of Miami and abroad.
Our main goal is to build safe and free skateboard facilities in underserved areas of our community that are centrally located and accessible from public transit.
Skate Free is an organization committed to helping young boys and girls gain confidence and life skills through skateboarding as well as offering them the facilities to build and grow.
All donations we receive support the construction of world-class skate facilities in our area, skateboard outreach and learning programs and providing equipment to low-income children who cannot afford their own.
Phone
(305) 205–9962
Address
1035 N Miami Ave
4th Floor Desk 1d
Miami, FL 33136
info@skatefree.org
Our Team
Our Team is made up of dedicated members who love the sport of skateboarding and want to see it supported in Miami,FL.
Danny Fuenzalida, Founder
Danny Fuenzalida is a Pro Skateboarder who has dedicated his life to pushing the limits of skateboarding forward. Danny has been promoting skateboarding in Miami for over 10 years and he is one of leaders of the local skateboard community. As and advocate for skateboarding education and mentorship, Danny created Skate Free teach skating to underprivileged kids and give the skater of Miami,FL a place they can call their own.
Nick Katz, Director
Nick is skateboarder and artist with a BFA from New World School of the Arts. Nick was the creator of the Grand Central Skate Spot project in down town Miami and is one of the leaders of the DIY skatepark movement in Miami,FL. Nick is an advocate for redeveloping underserved areas in Miami and he is the 2014 winner of The Miami Foundation Public Space Challenge Grant Contest for The Lot 11 Skate Plaza project.
Richie Effs, Partner
Richie Effs is the Owner of local Miami staple "Morgan's" in Midtown Miami and a active member of the downtown community. Richie got involved with skateboarding when his five year old son become infatuated with the sport and began getting lessons from Founder Danny Fuenzalida. Richie has over 25 years of business experience and is active in local Miami charities.