What to buy and bring for a skate camp

A skate camp needs more than boards and a place to ride. Plan equipment for every participant, plus spare parts, repair tools, shade, serving supplies, and clearly marked safety zones. This shopping list covers the practical items that are easy to overlook, from coolers and reusable cups to wrist guards, first aid kits, and non-slip mats. Check quantities against your participant limit before buying, and arrange chilled food storage and skate gear transport at least one day before the camp.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 6
Folding chairsqty 45
Party tentsqty 2
Waste binsqty 6

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 60
Platesqty 50
Cutlery setsqty 50
Pouring jugsqty 6

Equipment

Portable speaker
Wireless microphone
Extension cordsqty 3
Coolersqty 4

Sports equipment

Skateboardsqty 25
Skate helmetsqty 40
Knee padsqty 40
Elbow padsqty 40
Wrist guardsqty 40
Conesqty 20
Skate rampsqty 2
Grind railsqty 2
Skate waxqty 4
Skate tool setsqty 4
Spare wheelsqty 20
Spare bearingsqty 40
Non-slip matsqty 4

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knivesqty 3
Serving spoonsqty 6

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Safety vestsqty 6
Flashlightsqty 4

Decorations

Skate camp bannersqty 3
Name badgesqty 50
Waterproof markersqty 12

Catering

Groceries
- Wholemeal rolls - 60 pieces
- White bread rolls - 40 pieces
- Herb cream cheese - 6 tubs
- Mild cheese - 3 kilograms
- Shoulder ham - 2 kilograms
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilogram
- Hummus - 8 tubs
- Peanut butter - 4 jars
- Jam - 4 jars
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilograms
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Apples - 50 pieces
- Bananas - 50 pieces
- Grapes - 5 kilograms
- Muesli bars - 60 pieces
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Popcorn - 5 bags
- Mini rice cakes - 6 packs
- Pasta - 5 kilogram
- Pasta sauce - 10 jars
- Vegetarian meatballs - 4 kilogram
- Grated cheese - 2 kilogram
- Olive oil - 2 bottles
- Italian herbs - 3 jars
- Garlic - 6 bulbs
- Parmesan cheese - 1 kilogram
- Ketchup - 3 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 3 bottles
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Spa Blauw - 10 cases
- Sparkling mineral water - 4 cases
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilograms
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Lemons - 12 pieces
- Ice cubes - 10 bags
- Paper napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Sunscreen SPF 30 - 6 bottles

Tips

Provide one helmet, one set of knee pads, one set of elbow pads, and one pair of wrist guards per participant who needs protective gear. Keep a few additional sets available for late registrations or damaged equipment.
Count skateboards by participant group rather than assuming everyone brings one. Set aside spare wheels, bearings, skate tool sets, and skate wax so a minor equipment problem does not stop a session.
Allow at least one reusable cup and one plate per person, then add 10% extra for replacements. Use coolers for chilled food and drinks, and prepare pouring jugs so serving does not depend on the kitchen supply.
Bring enough cones to mark separate skate zones and keep non-slip mats under equipment or at entry points where surfaces may become slippery. Inspect ramps and grind rails before participants arrive, not during the first session.
Pack one clearly accessible first aid kit and safety vests for the supervising team. Test the portable speaker, wireless microphone, and extension cords before setup, and keep cables away from skate routes.

Frequently asked questions

How many skateboards do I need for a skate camp?: Plan one usable skateboard per participant who will skate during the same session. Add at least 10% spare capacity or arrange a rotation if the group is larger than the available boards.
How much protective gear should I buy for a skate camp?: Prepare one helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards per skater who does not bring their own. Keep 2 to 4 extra sets for a group of up to 30 participants, depending on the age range and equipment condition.
How many cups and plates are needed for a skate camp?: Count one cup and one plate per person for each meal or serving period, then add 10% extra. For example, 30 participants require at least 33 cups and 33 plates when there is one serving period.
When should I prepare the skate camp shopping and equipment?: Buy non-perishable supplies and check skate equipment at least 3 to 7 days beforehand. Collect chilled food, charge or test audio equipment, and transport the gear no later than the day before the camp.

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