There were so many things associated with it in terms of music and fashion, and a different way of thinking that, for me, skateboarding represented so much of what I wanted to do with my life at an early age.

My definition of success is doing what you love. I feel many people do things because they feel they have to, and are hesitant to risk following their passion.

Skateistan's not just about skating. It’s giving people life skills and hope for the future.

I played team sports, but I never felt like I fitted in that well, so this allowed me to be part of a community but to do it in my own way.

I won't quit skating until I am physically unable.

I started skateboarding at around age 10, and enjoyed the artistic aspect of it as much as the sporting aspect, so for me it was more of an art form and a lifestyle.

Most of my friends are skaters or were skaters at one time, so they obviously relate.