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"Pros Being Bros"? A Bible Study for Professional Skaters is Thriving - Recap on Street League Las Vegas
Vegas was a mazing! The Street League Takeover this year was more than just another skate contest , it was a moment of deep connection, purpose, and growth. I had the incredible privilege of serving as chaplain alongside some of the top skateboarders in the world, and honestly, it was one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve had yet. As chaplain, my role goes far beyond prayer , though prayer is at the heart of it. It’s also about being a source of emotional support, en

Dave Jonsson
4 days ago2 min read


2025 Rail Jam
This past weekend, as temps dropped and excitment for winter spiked, JSAW kicked off the snow season with the annual preseason Rail Jam at Help Boardshop in Edina, MN! Over 150 people attended including the 76 riders on the snow we collected from local ice arena shavings. The day was all about community, connection, and fun. The sold out event wasn’t a competition, it was a celebration of skill, creativity, and camaraderie. Riders hit the rails, donated by Hyland Hills Ski Ar
David Schaffran
Oct 312 min read


Action Sports Leaders Unite in Senegal to Share the Gospel
Thanks to your support, JSAW partnered with ACTS (Action Sports Ministry Network) to make an incredible outreach possible in Senegal this fall. Through a small grant from JSAW’s Action Sports Ministry Fund, twelve action sports leaders from across Africa gathered to reach riders, share the gospel, and grow together in faith and leadership. Over four days, the team hosted surf and skate outreaches across the Dakar area. Around 40 riders heard the gospel, and 15 are now engaged

Jonny Nelson
Oct 142 min read


2025 Wake Season Recap
What a great summer we had on the water! From May through September, we had the incredible opportunity to spend over 350 hours on boats,...
David Schaffran
Oct 32 min read


The Station’s Backpacking Camps: Bearing Fruit That Will Last
How JSAW’s Matching Grant Helped Launch a Summer of Life Change This summer, something incredible happened in the mountains of...

Jonny Nelson
Sep 122 min read


A Rider's California Dream Came True
JSAW was able to bring six riders on a 5 day getaway skateboard dream trip to LA. During this trip, we did everything from surfing in...

Josiah Kimball
Aug 262 min read


Fort Fremont & Westrock Trip Recap
From August 5th through 9th, thirteen riders and leaders joined JSAW for a wakeboard trip. This trip was planned to offer a variety of...
Loken Siebert
Aug 193 min read


The Power of Progression: What Our Riders Learned from a Pro
On July 24th and 25th, we had twenty eager riders sign up for JSAW's Skate Camp Pro. This skate camp is specifically designed to help...

Josiah Kimball
Aug 82 min read


2025 GIRLS WAKE OUTING
Being a girl in the action sports community can be lonely. You feel like you’re the only girl who’s interested in doing what you’re...
Hannah Freeman
Aug 62 min read


Four Riders Responded to the Gospel at The Session!
As JSAW was getting ready to head in 2025, we realized that out of all the sick stuff we do, we rarely get to share the gospel message....

Josiah Kimball
Jul 302 min read


Impact at the Lake Minnetonka Wakesurf Open
Last weekend, JSAW had the opportunity to be part of the Lake Minnetonka Wakesurf Open—a major event that draws around 8,000 people and...
David Schaffran
Jul 252 min read


Sharing Jesus in Ukraine’s Inline Skate Community
Even in the hardest times, the hope of Christ can break through in powerful ways. Thanks to your generous support of JSAW’s Action Sports...

Jonny Nelson
Jul 222 min read


The Impact of Community Wake Events
This past week has been a great reminder of how faith and action sports come together in the most meaningful ways through JSAW’s wake...

Ben VanOss
Jul 172 min read


Skateboarding in the Philippines: From Small Grants to Big Dreams
At JSAW, our vision and mission is to transform action sports culture by making riders into disciples of Jesus. One way we live this out...

Jonny Nelson
Jul 152 min read


Beat the Heat: Canada’s Largest West Coast Skate Contest
Nineteen years strong and still rolling hard, ‘Beat the Heat’ in Medicine Hat is more than just Canada’s largest West Coast skate...

Dave Jonsson
Jul 32 min read


Nailing Down the Basics
This past week, JSAW had 16 riders attend our beginner skate camp. Every day we would do everything from stretches, to clinics, to games....

Josiah Kimball
Jun 272 min read


Go and Do Likewise
On June 21st, skaters from all over the world hit the streets, parks, and driveways to celebrate Go Skateboarding Day. Everyone has their...

Josiah Kimball
Jun 243 min read


God Moved at Jackalope, And This Is Just the Beginning!
Last weekend at Jackalope Festival was unforgettable. From the moment I landed, it was clear God had something powerful in store. The...

Dave Jonsson
Jun 122 min read


Skateboarding, Chaplaincy, and the Power of Presence: Street League Moments
Over the last couple of months, something powerful has been taking shape behind the scenes at Street League Skateboarding (SLS). In the...

Dave Jonsson
May 302 min read


Roll with Jesus
The Easter Party was a success! While the JSAW staff played the Easter bunny and hid the eggs in the park, I (Hannah) gathered everyone...
Hannah Freeman
Apr 212 min read
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