As girls pile into a skate park below the hubbub of peak-hour commuters in North Perth, they represent a larger trend across the country, as women steer a growth in the popularity of skateboarding.
abc.net.au/news/women-steering-skateboarding-boom-australia/101763246Below the hubbub of North Perth's peak-hour commuters, young girls with no fear pack into a unique venue.It reflects a nationwide trend as the sport grows in popularityGap-toothed, strong-willed and some still in their school uniforms; the girls don their helmets and protective pads and pick up their skateboards.Each vies for the attention of the instructors.The venue has become very popular with young women.
"It's a sport where not only are you getting exercise, you're also learning something new, achieving something every time you go, and it gives you a sense of belonging. "It's such a fun hobby and I think if you're a girl and you're nervous to start — get out there try it and I'm sure you'll love it."Alegra has been skating since she was three."You always get to have lots of fun doing it and it's a good surprise and it's just fun."Nine-year-old Daphne was nervous at first, but once she got on the board, it was love at first ride.
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