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Now that we’ve had our first snowfall of the season in NYC we figured it was time to update our list of indoor places to skate including Brooklyn, Staten Island and upstate New York.

  2nd Nature Indoor Skate Park (Peekskill, NY)

photo: @2ntr

photo: @2ntr

2nd Nature is about an hour north of NYC and is definitely worth the trip. Huge space, skate shop on-site and it has a 2nd-floor room dedicated to a micro bowl. Sessions run all week from $12 – $15, they also have monthly memberships available starting at $100 and host birthday parties, camps and private lessons. Make sure to check the schedule and IG @2ntr before heading up.

1 Highland Industrial Park, Peekskill, NY 10566

  5050 Skate Park (Staten Island, NY)

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5050 Skate Park is Staten Island’s first indoor park and is owned & operated by BMX OG Ed Pollio and his girlfriend Angelica Popolano. Sessions are mixed with more than just skateboarding and will run you around $12 – $20 per day. 5050 is open all week (except Tuesdays & Wednesdays) from 3pm – 8pm and Saturdays from 11am – 8pm. Check the 5050 schedule here or follow them on IG @5050skatepark.

354 Front Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

  Black Mamba Skatepark (Syracuse, NY)

Black Mamba Skatepark is about four hours north of NYC in Syracuse, NY and is open 7 days a week. Sessions range from $12 – $25 and offer equipment rentals at an additional charge. It’s inside the ShoppingTown Mall and is two levels including a fully stocked skate shop.

3649 Erie Blvd. East, Shoppingtown Mall, Syracuse, NY 13214

  Homage Brooklyn (Gowanus, BK)

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Homage has two mini ramps under one roof behind their shop. They frequently host skate lessons, camps and sometimes host open sessions during shop hours. Follow our event calendar or their IG @homage_brooklyn for upcoming events including the infamous Old Man Mondays 30+ weekly session.

615 Degraw Street, Brooklyn 11217

  House of Vans Brooklyn (Greenpoint, BK)

  The House of Vans is normally a private facility located in Greenpoint Brooklyn but does host open sessions for special events and parties. For their last Winter in Brooklyn they will host open house skate sessions with free pizza, drinks and do an open mic in the VIP lounge (dates currently pending). Check our event calendar or @vansskate for upcoming HOV flyers & dates.

25 Franklin St., Brooklyn, NY 11222

  Jamestown Skate Products (Jamestown, NY)

Jamestown is about as west as you can go in New York state and is home to Jamestown Skate Products. Their 20,000 square foot, two-floor location houses a skate shop downstairs and large wooden bowl upstairs. Check their FB or IG @jamestownskateproducts for pics, clips and upcoming events.

209 Pine St, Jamestown, NY 14701

  Skate Brooklyn Mini Ramp (Park Slope, BK)

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Skate Brooklyn skate shop has two mini ramps right inside the shop. They frequently host events and lessons, follow our event calendar for upcoming flyers. Follow them on IG @skatebrooklyn for pics, clips and upcoming events.

78 Saint Marks Place, Brooklyn 11217

  Skate Time 209 (Accord, NY)

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Skate Time 209 is about two hours north of NYC located in Accord, NY and is half skate park, half roller rink. Their schedule depends on the season and sessions run from $12 – $16 requiring helmets for anyone under 18.

5164 US-209, Accord, NY 12404

  SKATEYOGI (Prospect Park, BK)

Photo: @nyskateboarding

SKATEYOGI storefront | Photo: @nyskateboarding

Photo: @nyskateboarding

Skate Yogi primarily hosts lessons but will be scheduling open skate sessions throughout the winter. Open skate times will be announced on their IG (@skateyogi) and Facebook Page.

140 Empire Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11225

  Winter Bowl (Shhh)

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Still running strong, the Winter Bowl is a private key-holder spot that includes a mini ramp and a professionally built bowl by California Skate Parks. Hit up some of your old Autumn Bowl buddies to find out more info. Or you can always stalk the place via it’s official Instagram account –  @winterbowl.

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Did we miss something? Let us know via the comments below.

10 New York Spots to Skateboard During Winter (2017) Now that we've had our first snowfall of the season in NYC we figured it was time to update our list of indoor places to skate including Brooklyn, Staten Island and upstate New York.

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Think I need an old man size board, Joe... • •last OMM sesh tonite •7:30pm-10:30pm •30+ •$10 • #omm #homagebrooklyn #skatelife #lifevalet #shutnyc #skateyogi #rockstarbearings #nyskateboarding (at Homage Skateboard Academy)

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first time on a deck.

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@skateyogi Cruising into the weekend ... 5 year old Braxton shredding

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shakasurf showin the kidz how to blunt stall on this crappy day @  #skateyogi

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Start em young! @skateyogi #shredder #balance #8monthsold (at Skateyogi)

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Tonight: Pushing Wood by Ramiro Davaro-Comas @SKATEYOGI (2017)

Tonight: Pushing Wood by Ramiro Davaro-Comas @SKATEYOGI (2017)

SKATEYOGI will be hosting his first art show featuring pushing wood by Ramiro Davaro-Comas. The series is a conglomeration of brightly colored wild and mischievous skateboarders pushing wood through grainy worlds. A limited number of SKATEYOGI x Ramiro collab t-shirts will be available for sale, or you can get one free with an art purchase (while supplies last). SKATEYOGI is located in Brooklyn…

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💥OMM TONIGHT💥 new hours • •7:30-10:30pm • •30+ • •$10 • #omm #brooklyn #skatelife #homagebrooklyn #shutnyc #lifevalet #skateyogi #rockstarbearings #nyskateboarding (at Homage Skateboard Academy)

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#stopdropandyoga #letsplay #yogaforskateboarders #parsvabakasana #sidecrow #sidecrane #sidecrowpose #yoga #asana #skateboarding #venicebeach #downwarddogtown #arborvenice #arborgirls @emmstorm then I'm gonna do it again on my board and tag another #skateyogi #ilovethisgame (at Downward Dogtown)

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👴🏼👴🏾👴🏿 • •OMM • •TONIGHT • •6:30pm-9:30pm • •30yrs+only • •$10 • #brooklyn #skatelife #shutnyc #lifevalet #skateyogi #nyskateboarding (at Homage Skateboard Academy)

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Kevin Banahan has been running SKATEYOGI for several years now originally giving lessons at LES Skatepark. What started out as a small operation has evolved into a sustainable business. He recently took it to the next level and opened up his own facility in Brooklyn, NY at 140 Empire Blvd and operates with the help of his friends and family. The space has a bunch of moveable ramps mostly on the smaller size helping kids and adults learn how to skateboard. The front of his space is stocked with boards, hardware & SKATEYOGI merch and usually has skate videos projected on the wall constantly throughout the day. If you talk with him, he’s positive and optimistic about the space and the community around him. From either behind the front desk or in the skate area Kevin is helping people learn how to skateboard. We visited his new space to find out what SKATEYOGI is all about. Interview with Kevin below.

  Kevin giving out pointers I Photo: @nyskateboarding

What is SKATEYOGI? SKATEYOGI originally got its name as an adult beginner skateboarding class taught in collaboration with Urban Asanas, a yoga studio in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. From there we expanded to classes for both kids and adults. We embrace the parallels between skateboarding and yoga. Both are forms of moving meditation where you can experience a flow state of being in the present. We strive to create an ego-free environment where people can have fun and express themselves creatively.

The ramps already show signs of being put to good use I Photo: @nyskateboarding

When are you open? Our regular hours are Sunday 9am-5pm, Monday 3pm-7pm, Tuesday 3pm-7pm, Wednesday 3pm-9pm, Thursdays closes, and Saturday 9am-7pm.

Typical day in the life of a SkateYogi I Photo: @nyskateboarding

Describe the space? The skate space has a polished concrete floor with a number of modular obstacles such as quarter pipes, launch ramps, boxes and flat bars that can be moved around easily. This makes the space versatile for a range of ability levels. We’ve seen some pretty interesting setups already!

A look at the lineup I Photo: @nyskateboarding

The front of the space has a full service skate shop with everything you need to set up your own skateboard or cruiser, as well as a variety of safety gear and SKATEYOGI products. We also have a small gallery space and an area to take a break from skating to have a snack or watch a skate video on our projector.

No shop is complete without a board wall and staple lurker paging through the latest skate mags I Photo: @nyskateboarding

What programs do you offer? We offer group skateboarding classes for kids, teens and adults. We also offer an after-school program, day camps on public school holidays and a summer camp program for grades K-5. Private lessons and birthday parties are also available.

Open Skate? During our regular business hours when our skate space isn’t being used for classes we we have an Open Skate available for $10. We post updates on open skate in our Instagram story so it’s best to check there. You get a free open skate ticket with every $100 purchase in the shop.

How many people can visit? The open skates have been pretty mellow so far. For the kids, we’ve easily had 12 skaters in there taking turns and having a great time.

What made you choose the location? I grabbed my skateboard one day to go scouting for spaces in the neighborhood. It was literally the first spot I saw right around the corner from our apartment. I’ve lived in Prospect Lefferts Gardens with my wife and daughter for the last 5 years and we love it here. It’s a tight knit neighborhood where everyone knows everyone and lots of families are raising their children. It feels great to be offering this space to the community that’s such a part of our lives.

SKATEYOGI storefront | Photo: @nyskateboarding

What’s the best part about being where you are? The location is really convenient with the Prospect Park B/Q/S, Sterling Street 2/5, and major bus stops all nearby. We also have off-street parking for those coming by car.

How has the response from the community been? It’s been so rad to see everyone that is pumped on the space. Whether it’s families walking by, college students popping in, or seasoned skateboarders, the response has been really positive. We’re looking forward to warmer weather when we can fold up our ramps and do some community skate clinics at local parks for the neighborhood kids.

The future is looking bright I Photo: @digimil

Anything else you would like people to know about the space? Besides being an indoor skate space, we are also looking to use the venue for cultural events such as art shows and film screenings. Email info@skateyogi.com if you’d like to inquire about renting the space. We’re currently showing Pushing Wood an exhibition by Ramiro Davaro-Comas through February 11th so come by to check it out and say hi. Stay tuned on our Instagram (@skateyogi) and website for upcoming events.

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deck selection | Photo: @nyskateboarding

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SKATEYOGI Merch | Photo: @nyskateboarding

Photo: @nyskateboarding

Photo: @nyskateboarding

| Photo: @nyskateboarding

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We checked out the new SkateYogi space and spoke with owner Kevin Banahan. Kevin Banahan has been running SKATEYOGI for several years now originally giving lessons at LES Skatepark.

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Kyle Hamilton getting set to introduce his new play. I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Kyle Matthew Hamilton is well known for his skateboarding and acting, but you might be surprised to learn he has added playwright to his résumé. Righteous: The Skateboard Play, was presented to an invite-only audience at SKATEYOGI in the Prospect Park-Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. The play is set in 1989, transporting viewers back to a time when arena demos and contests were the norm. Kyle not only wrote and directed the play, but also plays the role of the main character: a professional skateboarder caught up in the rockstar lifestyle of it all.

Reality always catches up with you I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

During an important contest, Kyle’s character is confronted with the truth that his ex-girlfriend(played by Eden Malyn) is now with his best friend (played by Joshua Bass) and feels betrayed. In typical rockstar fashion, Kyle’s character forsakes dedication and practice for self-destructive habits. He throws emotional tantrums and blames everyone around him. In his struggle to win his last contest, he even tries to corrupt a young fan (played by newcomer Aaron Latta-Morissette).

This is why they say never meet your heroes I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

The play is well written and brought to life by a cast that blends comedy seamlessly with the serious dramatic points the two-act play hits along the way. Aside from the substance of the play, the set design believably brings viewers back to a different time in skateboarding. It was awesome to see someone combine their talents to offer something that is legit in skateboarding but appeals to everyone. If you plan on bringing kids to future shows, just have a little parental discussion about profanity.

Always impressive I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Freestyle fun I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Show me your ollie bro I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Sick cover I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Fight!! I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Would you like some pepper? I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Competition this way Brahh! I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Broken boards get no love I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

1989 or 2017, 7/11 has some dank snacks I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Sweeeeeeeet! I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Serious acting I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Just let me use your board! I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

That’s one way to beat your competition I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Young love I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Can we have a minute to acknowledge this board shape? I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

Handstand kickflip out I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

What’s that smell dude? I Photo by: @michaelemasonphotos

  Let Kyle Matthew Hamilton take you back to 1989. Kyle Matthew Hamilton is well known for his skateboarding and acting, but you might be surprised to learn he has added playwright to his résumé.

[spencerjane123]

Sorry fellas... Last OMM session tonight. Stay tuned, there will be more sessions after spring break. • •7:30pm-10:30pm •30+ •$10 • #omm #homagebrooklyn #skatelife #lifevalet #shutnyc #skateyogi #rockstarbearings #nyskateboarding (at Homage Skateboard Academy)

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👴🏼👴🏾👴🏿 • •OMM • •TONIGHT • •6:30pm-9:30pm • •30yrs+only • •$10 • #omm #hsa #brooklyn #skatelife #shutnyc #lifevalet #skateyogi #rockstarbearings #nyskateboarding (at Homage Skateboard Academy)