Board Women London Culture Skate - Tracey Emin: A Second Life, Tate Modern

Shout out to all women aged 30 and above, as well as gender minority skaters, residing in London, Sussex, and the neighbouring regions! Join us for a day of skateboarding followed by a visit to the Tate Modern to see Tracey Emin's 'A Second Life' exhibition.

We’ll meet in the morning at Hop Kingdom for a 2 hour private session, with the brilliant Sarah from @yellowhatskateschool along to give everyone some tips.

From there we’ll refuel over lunch (food is not included, but we’ll have a private area booked for our crew).

In the afternoon we’ll head to Bankside to the Tate Modern Gallery for Tracey Emin's 'A Second Life' exhibition and maybe if there is time we could even hit the Southbank Skate Space together!

This event is suitable for all skill levels from beginners to advanced, although most of us are novices! We just ask that you bring your own kit and can confidently stand and push on a board.

Price includes private rental of Hop Kingdom (for no more than 15 of us) + skate instructor + gallery entrance + a brilliant crew.

THE PLAN:

Meet near London Bridge Station for 9:30am. Quick 'coffee and croissant' stop at The Watch House then onto our first stop.

STOP 1: HOP KINGDOM - 10am-12pm

Hop Kingdom is an indoor skatepark in the heart of London, located under two railway arches on the Bermondsey Beer Mile. A five minute walk from London Bridge station. All ramps are movable, making it a flexible space for all skill levels.

Here we will be joined by skate instructor Sarah from @yellowhatskateschool. Sarah is a skater, surfer and snowboarder in her 30s, who has followed her passion for skating by starting up her own skate school in London. She hopes to be able to encourage and inspire other girls and women to take up skating, and to spread the joy of skating to as many people from different backgrounds as possible.

LUNCH STOP: Lunch is not included in the ticket price but we will have a private space booked at The Vinegar Yard to grab a bite and a drink before heading to our next stop.

STOP 2: THE GALLERY - The Tate Modern

After a fun filled morning skate session and a quick pit stop for lunch to refuel we then head over to Bankside.

Tracey Emin: A Second Life - 'This landmark exhibition traces 40 years of Emin’s groundbreaking practice, showcasing career-defining sensations alongside works never exhibited before. Through painting, video, textiles, neons, writing, sculpture, and installation, Emin continues to challenge boundaries, using the female body as a powerful tool to explore passion, pain, and healing.'

Find more details about the exhibition here:

https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/tracey-emin

Content guidance: This exhibition includes artworks that explore Tracey Emin’s life and personal experiences. It contains references to underage sex, sexual assault, abortion, miscarriage and life-threatening illnesses.

DISCLAIMER:

Due to the popularity of this exhibition it is possible that tickets may sell out and we may then have to consider a different exhibition.

HOME TIME:

Head home approximately 4:30pm, tired and happy.

YOUR SKATING, SAFETY AND GEAR:

Skating is a brilliant sport, but you skate at your own risk. All participants must agree to the terms and conditions set out in our waiver upon purchasing a ticket to the event. A copy will be emailed to you after purchase. If you have your own board & safety equipment (helmet, pads) bring them along. If you don't want to travel with your own equipment they have a limited number to hire at Hop Kingdom at an extra charge. Pads and helmet £3 each, boards £5 each. These need to be pre-ordered and are on a first come, first serve basis, so let us know if you require this service.

TRAVEL:

Nearer to the event you will be added to a WhatsApp group, which can be used to arrange shared lifts or alternative travel meetups if required.

FOOD:

Please let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements upon booking.

COSTS: £65 per person includes skate at Hop Kingdom, private instructor fee and entrance to the gallery exhibition.

We hope you can make it! Looking forward to meeting you, The Board Women crew x

WHO ARE BOARD WOMEN?

We are a community based business getting 30+ women (and gender minorities) into board sports (skate, surf and snow) to increase their confidence.

Find out more about us here: https://www.boardwomen.co

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