SIT'N'SKATE - Wheelchair Skate Sessions

SIT'N'SKATE is a skate project by and for wheelchair users. Children and young people in wheelchairs can learn to control their wheelchairs in a playful way at regular events in skate parks.

BACKGROUND
SIT'N'SKATE was launched in 2016 by wheelchair users David and Lisa Lebuser. Both are successful WCMX professionals and act as role models for the young participants at the events. The program has been around since 2020, but SIT'N'SKATE has been an independent gUG (haftungsbeschränkt) since 2024 to ensure more inclusion and diversity in society. 

PROBLEM
Children in wheelchairs are at a disadvantage compared to non-disabled children of the same age in terms of their mobility and personal radius of action. They are too rarely trained to control their wheelchair properly. Unfortunately, there is a great lack of offers to promote mobility in this area.
Furthermore, access to many types of sport is severely restricted, especially those that are independent of clubs and locations. There is also a lack of high-reach role models in wheelchairs who can inspire and motivate children.

TARGET GROUP
SIT'N'SKATE is primarily aimed at children and young people in wheelchairs. Origin, religion or disability are irrelevant. 

SOLUTION
The core offer of SIT'N'SKATE are free and regular wheelchair skate meetings in Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen, Aurich, Oldenburg and Dortmund, which enable children in wheelchairs to become more mobile and independent. In this safe space, important skills can be learned through play and a sense of achievement builds self-esteem and increases motivation. A community is created that supports each other and appreciates the progress made. 

In the summer months, there are additional sessions and inclusive skate jams where the WCMX community meets up and everyone skates together. 

EFFECT

Participants
Participants learn to control their wheelchair better, which increases their personal radius of action enormously. The WCMX sport also has positive effects on the body and mind. Apart from that, WCMX training is great fun!

Parents
The parents of participating children also benefit enormously. They often accompany their children to WCMX training sessions. Gradually, they learn to let go and trust their child more. 

DONATIONS
Donations are an important component for us to finance this basic offer. The donations are used to pay for trainers, travel expenses and purchases such as helmets, wheelchairs or skateboards, or to keep them in good condition.