Volcom x The Berrics to host free skateboarding championship event

Volcom’s Wild in the Parks culminates with its Global Championship event at The Berrics private skatepark on October 17, 2015.

Published: October 6, 2015 Press Release

Volcom’s Wild in the Parks culminates with its Global Championship event at The Berrics private skatepark on October 17, 2015. Volcom, The Berrics and The Skateboard Mag have teamed up in search of up and coming skateboard talent. The tour has traveled to culturally rich skateboard regions around the world to qualify the best amateur skaters.

The Berrics, a private skateboarding haven, will open its doors to the public and those that have earned a spot to compete at the 2015 WITP Global Championships. Each competitor has received an invitation to compete in this event through a regional qualifier or video submission contest series. Top competitors from the North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia will converge in the skateboard mecca of California for their shot at the $15,000 cash purse and the title of 2015 Global WITP Champion. 

The 2015 Global WITP Championships is a 1-day event with guest appearances by members of the Volcom Skate Team. Come watch some incredible skateboarding, live music, enjoy some free food, and support the next generation of skateboarding.  Visit www.volcom.com/witp for more info and tour recap happenings.

General Event Info:

Location: The Berrics

Address: 2535 E 12th St Unit A, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Date: October 17, 2015

Divisions: 14 & Under, 15-21, Open/Am

Competitor Invite Only

Spectators Welcome!

Practice: 10:00am

Contest Begins: 12:00pm

Running Time: 5-6 hrs

Awards: 5:00pm

Visit www.volcom.com/witp for more info.

About Volcom:

Volcom was founded in 1991 on the belief that there is a higher level of consciousness to be found within one’s self through the internal and external journeys that board-sports, music, art and film provide. The company prides itself on making quality apparel, outerwear, footwear and accessories that not only exemplify the lifestyle, but also enhance the ability to live it. By being the first to combine surfing, skating and snowboarding under one brand from inception a new future was forged and a generation of liberation was born. For over two decades Volcom has been TRUE TO THIS… the quest for Spiritual Intoxication. For more information, please visit www.volcom.com. Volcom is part of the Kering Group, a world leader in apparel and accessories which develops an ensemble of powerful Luxury and Sport & Lifestyle brands. www.kering.com.

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