Andrew Barbosa
Andrew founded SD Skatelife in 2013. He has been teaching skateboarding for fifteen years and skating himself for over twenty. As our Program Director, Andrew is the heart and soul of SD Skatelife. He proudly teaches private lessons daily and works behind the scenes to create new and exciting skateboarding opportunities for the youth of San Diego. To book a private lesson with Andrew, inquire below.
Hurvey Haskins
Hurvey has a been a force in the skateboard and snowboard industry for 15 years and has been instructing students in the art of the shred for close to two decades. To book a private lesson with Hurvey, see below.
Falco Baltys
Falco Baltys has been teaching skateboarding all over the world for over 20 years. His passion for sharing skateboarding shines through with every lesson he gives. Over the years, Falco has taught at Woodward West, Woodward Tahoe, Ohio Dreams Action Sports Camp, Lake Owen Skate Camp, and helped develop a US Military Skateboard Camp at bases around the world for the MWR. Falco is still an active professional skateboarder for Santa Fe Skateboards.
Hannah Hajj
Hannah has been instructing skateboarding for three years now. She runs our SDFAS Skateboarding Program, has lead over twenty camps, and works with private students in the Carmel Valley and Encinitas areas. She is passionate about skateboarding, surfing, and art. She even has her own grip tape company and can do custom artwork on your board!
Nemo Leonelli
Nemo has been teaching skateboarding with SD Skatelife for three years. He is an avid skateboarder, student at CSU Long Beach, and will stop at nothing to help you overcome your fears on a skateboard.
Patrick (Peril) Simpson
Patrick has worked in the skateboarding industry for over two decades, teaching skateboarding to friends and family the whole time. His passion for skateboarding is apparent in each lesson he gives.
