Episode #16 - "Exploring the Impact of Skateboarding in Education" with Onni Saltevo

Join us for a captivating YouTube interview with Onni Saltevo as we delve into the fusion of skateboarding and education. Onni shares his personal journey with skating and discusses its transformative impact on schools across Helsinki, detailing the challenges and successes of integrating skateboarding into the educational curriculum. Through insightful conversations, Onni illustrates how skateboarding fosters inclusivity and belonging within school communities, emphasizing collaborative efforts between institutions and skateboarding associations. Reflecting on the broader implications, he invites viewers to contemplate the role of sports like skateboarding in promoting inclusivity and community in education. Don't miss this enlightening conversation exploring the intersection of skateboarding and learning—subscribe now and join the dialogue!


Time Stamps
00:38 Introduction:
01:56 What sparked your interest in skating initially?
03:34 How did you become involved with the schools in Helsinki?
07:44 How did you persuade both the school and local community to support the construction of a skateboarding track for educational purposes? Could you share the story behind this?
10:56 In what ways do you promote inclusivity through the skateboarding track at schools?
14:00 Do you believe that the skateboarding program contributes significantly to the schools it's implemented in?
17:59 How did the collaboration between the school and skateboarding association begin? Was it initiated by the school or the association?
24:03 Can you recount a motivating anecdote about a student overcoming challenges through participation in the skateboarding group?
25:50 To what extent do you think skateboarding can uplift students and assist them in their academic endeavors?
29:25 Question for the readers: What are your thoughts on integrating sports like skateboarding into education for fostering inclusivity and a sense of belonging?