World Skate Events – Selection & Expression Of Interest

Selection & Athlete Information

Skateboard GB has recently received information from World Skate regarding two international skateboarding events taking place in November 2026:

• World Skateboarding Tour Utsunomiya Street 2026 – Japan
• World Skate Skateboarding Vert Open 2026 – Shenzhen, China

This page explains how Skateboard GB will manage athlete selection and registration for each event and, where applicable, how athletes can express an interest in being considered. Different selection pathways will apply to the two disciplines.

Competition Overview

The World Skateboarding Tour Utsunomiya Street 2026 is a World Cup event, with results contributing towards the World Skateboarding Ranking. For more information, please see the World Skate Event Bulletin.

The World Skate Skateboarding Vert Open 2026 is a World Skate-approved Vert event, with Open and Junior categories for Men and Women. For more information, please see the World Skate Event Bulletin.

Skateboard Street – Utsunomiya, Japan 

Closed Selection. 

Skateboard GB will operate a closed selection process for the World Skateboarding Tour Utsunomiya Street 2026. There will therefore be no open selection, application or Expression of Interest process for Skateboard Street. 

Selection consideration will be limited to:

• Current Skateboard GB National Team athletes; and/or Athletes holding a current top 100 World Skate Ranking. 

A current World Skate Ranking provides evidence that an athlete has already competed within the World Skate system and has experience of international World Skate competition. 

As Utsunomiya is a World Skateboarding Tour World Cup and contributes towards the World Skateboarding Ranking, Skateboard GB considers existing international experience and demonstrated performance within the World Skate system important when determining the pool of athletes considered for selection. 

World Skate has confirmed that National Federations may register up to three athletes per gender through the Country Quota. Eligible Pre-Seeded and Extra Quota athletes do not count towards the Country Quota. The current World Skate registration deadline is the 3rd of November 2026 at 23:59 CET. Athletes being considered through the closed selection process will be contacted directly by Skateboard GB.  

Skateboard Vert – Shenzhen, China 

Expression of Interest. 

Skateboard GB is inviting Expressions of Interest from eligible British Vert skateboarders who would like to be considered for the World Skate Skateboarding Vert Open 2026. 

This is not a formal application and does not guarantee selection or nomination. The Expression of Interest process will allow Skateboard GB to understand which British athletes are interested in attending and to review whether there is sufficient evidence that an athlete is currently able to compete appropriately at the level of the event. 

The competition includes:

• Men – Open 

• Women – Open 

• Junior Men – Under 16 

• Junior Women – Under 16 

Athletes aged under 16 may choose whether they wish to enter the Junior division or the Open category. Athletes wishing to be considered should complete the Expression of Interest form at the bottom of this page. 

Skateboard GB will ask athletes to provide:

• Basic personal and contact information. 

• The category they wish to compete in. 

• Relevant recent competition results, where available. 

• Relevant rankings, where available. 

• A link to recent footage demonstrating their current Vert skateboarding. 

• Any other relevant information they would like Skateboard GB to consider. 

Skateboard GB will review the information submitted and may consider:

• Current level of skateboarding demonstrated through submitted footage.  

• Recent competition performances. 

• Previous Vert competition experience. 

• Available national or international rankings. 

• The athlete’s ability to compete safely and appropriately within the event environment. 

• Independent discipline-specific advice, where appropriate. 

Submission of an Expression of Interest does not guarantee selection or nomination. Skateboard GB reserves the right not to nominate an athlete where there is insufficient evidence that they are currently able to compete appropriately at the level of the event. 

World Skate has confirmed that National Federations will be responsible for registering athletes. Full registration arrangements, the registration opening date and the registration deadline are expected to be published in World Skate Bulletin #02.      

Expression of Interest Deadline: 25th of October 2026 at 23:59 GMT. Expressions of Interest received after the closing date will not be considered. 

Athlete Eligibility

To be eligible for selection or nomination, athletes must:

• Hold a valid British passport.
• Be eligible to represent Great Britain under World Skate regulations.
• Meet the applicable World Skate minimum age requirement.
• Be, or become, a current Skateboard GB member if selected.
• Remain in good standing with Skateboard GB.
• Complete recognised Anti-Doping education.
• Comply with all applicable World Skate, UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) and World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) regulations.
• Meet any additional eligibility requirements required by Skateboard GB and World Skate, including Skateboard GB’s Codes of Conduct.

Athlete Support

Skateboard GB will cover the competition entry fee for athletes selected or nominated to either event. Athletes should expect to self-fund all other costs associated with attending. 

This includes: 

• Flights 

• Accommodation 

• Meals and drinks 

• Local transport 

• Insurance 

• Equipment 

• Any other associated travel or competition costs 

Skateboard GB cannot provide financial support towards these additional costs. Following selection or nomination, Skateboard GB will:

• Confirm the athlete’s selection or nomination. 

• Complete or support the required World Skate registration process. 

• Pay the competition entry fee. 

• Communicate relevant official event information as it becomes available. 

Athletes should not make non-refundable travel or accommodation bookings until their selection or nomination has been confirmed by Skateboard GB. 

Skateboard Vert – Staff Support 

Skateboard GB staff will not attend the World Skate Skateboarding Vert Open in Shenzhen, and Skateboard GB will not provide coaching, medical, team management or operational support at the event. 

Skateboard GB does not currently receive funded performance programme investment for Skateboard Vert. As a result, available performance funding and staff resource must be prioritised towards the disciplines and activity currently supported through Skateboard GB’s funded Olympic performance programme. 

Athletes selected or nominated for the Vert event should therefore expect to travel independently, manage their own preparation and competition environment, and make their own arrangements for any coaching, medical or other support they require. Athletes under the age of 18 will be required to travel with a parent, guardian or other approved chaperone. 

Any travel, accommodation, food or associated costs relating to a parent, guardian or chaperone will also need to be self-funded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for the Skateboard Street event in Japan? 

No. Skateboard GB will operate a closed selection process for Skateboard Street. Athletes within the identified selection pool will be considered directly by Skateboard GB. 

Who will be considered for the Street event? 

Selection consideration will be limited to current Skateboard GB National Team athletes and/or athletes holding a current top 100 World Skate Ranking. 

Can I express an interest in the Vert event in China? 

Yes. Eligible British Vert skateboarders can submit an Expression of Interest using the form at the bottom of this page. 

Is the Vert Expression of Interest a formal application? 

No. The purpose of the Expression of Interest is to allow Skateboard GB to identify interested athletes and review whether there is sufficient evidence to support their nomination. 

Does submitting an Expression of Interest guarantee that I will be selected? 

No. Submission of an Expression of Interest does not guarantee selection, nomination or registration. 

Why do I need to provide skateboarding footage? 

Skateboard GB does not currently operate an established Vert performance programme. Recent footage helps Skateboard GB understand an athlete’s current level of skateboarding and whether there is sufficient evidence to support nomination to an international World Skate event. 

Will Skateboard GB pay for me to attend? 

No. Skateboard GB will cover the competition entry fee only. Skateboard GB does not currently receive funded performance programme investment for Skateboard Vert. Athletes will therefore be responsible for funding their own flights, accommodation, food and drink, local transport, insurance, equipment and any other associated costs. Skateboard GB staff will not attend the event, and athletes should expect to manage their own travel, preparation and competition support arrangements. 

When will I know whether I have been selected? 

Skateboard GB will aim to communicate with athletes as soon as reasonably possible following the Expression of Interest closing date and once the necessary World Skate registration information is available. 

Contact

For any questions regarding these processes, please contact: [email protected]

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