Skate Competition Checklist

A skate competition needs more than ramps and riders. Start with the venue, competition format and rules, then build registration, judging and event-day logistics around them. This checklist covers the details that are easy to leave until the last minute: participant numbers, score sheets, race packets, prize deliveries, sound equipment and safe cable routing. Use it to set deadlines, confirm every delivery and keep the competition moving from registration through the final scores.

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The plan, step by step

Every task with its own sub-checklist, in the order you'll actually need them.

Preparations

Reserve competition venue
Set competition format
2 people
Draw up competition rules
2 people
Assign judges
Book host
Assemble the music playlist
Create a registration form
Open registration
Send invitations
2 people
Post promotion online
Process registrations
2 people
Collect dietary requirements
Confirm participants
Create the starting lineup
2 people
Print jury criteria
Print score sheets
Make participant numbers
Order prizes and medals
Check deliveries
2 people
Check the shopping list
Do the shopping
2 people
Sort materials
2 people
Assemble Race Packets
2 people
Print the run sheet
Chill drinks
2 people
Prepare snacks
3 people
Inspect the competition area
3 people
Check obstacles and ramps
3 people
Mark off the competition area
4 people
Set up tables and chairs
4 people
Set up registration desk
2 people
Set up judges' table
2 people
Set up sound equipment
2 people
Secure power and cables
2 people
Place signs and direction arrows
2 people
Set up the first aid station
2 people
Brief volunteers
3 people

Event

Register participants
3 people
Hand out participant numbers
2 people
Give safety instructions
2 people
Lead the warm-up
2 people
Open the match
2 people
Guide qualifying rounds
6 people
Process scores
3 people
Serve drinks
3 people
Serve snacks
3 people
Refill drinks
2 people
Empty trash bins
2 people
Guide the semifinals
5 people
Announce finalists
2 people
Lead the final
5 people
Check final scores
3 people
Handle prize ceremony
3 people
Photograph the winners
2 people
See visitors out
3 people

Aftercare

Gather competition materials
4 people
Take down tables and chairs
4 people
Disconnect sound equipment
2 people
Collect waste
3 people
Clean the grounds
4 people
Check toilets
2 people
Handle the deposit and keys
Chill leftover food
2 people
Return materials
2 people
Publish results
Share participant photos
Handle lost property

What to bring

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

Sports equipment

Skate rampsqty 4
Skate boxesqty 3
Grind railsqty 3
Traffic conesqty 24
Spare skateboardsqty 4
Helmetsqty 12
Knee padsqty 12
Elbow padsqty 12
Wrist guardsqty 12
Non-slip matsqty 8

Furniture

Party tentsqty 3
Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 40
High tablesqty 6
Drink tablesqty 3
Waste binsqty 8
Crowd barriersqty 20
Changing benchesqty 6

Equipment

Speakersqty 2
Mixer
Wireless microphonesqty 2
Music player
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Cable matsqty 12
Megaphonesqty 2
Coolersqty 6
Laptopsqty 2
Tabletsqty 3
Printer
Power banksqty 4

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Ice packsqty 12
Emergency blanketsqty 6
Work glovesqty 8
High-visibility vestsqty 12
Barrier tapeqty 6
Sandbagsqty 20

Signage

Direction signsqty 12
Information boardsqty 8
Competition postersqty 20
Participant numbersqty 120
Queue conesqty 16

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 250
Platesqty 150
Cutlery setsqty 150
Coffee cupsqty 80
Thermos flasksqty 6
Serving traysqty 8

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 6
Small bowlsqty 12
Ice packsqty 24
Kettlesqty 2
Hand spraysqty 6

Decorations

Stage drapesqty 4
Buntingqty 8
Balloonsqty 100
Prize tableclothqty 2

Lighting

LED light stringsqty 6
LED lampsqty 8

Cleaning

Broom setsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 4
Mopsqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Cleaning glovesqty 8

Catering

Groceries

Tips

Set the competition format and rules before opening registration. Riders need to know the disciplines, judging criteria, schedule and any equipment requirements before they sign up.
Assign judges and a host early, then print the jury criteria and score sheets before event day. Keep spare copies available in case a sheet is lost or damaged.
Check ramps, boxes, rails, cones and safety equipment at least one day before the competition. Include helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards and non-slip mats in the inspection.
Test the sound setup before riders arrive: connect the mixer, speakers, microphones and music player, then secure extension cords with cable mats. Keep a megaphone available for announcements if music or crowd noise becomes a problem.
Finish registration before creating the starting lineup and assembling race packets. Print participant numbers, confirm dietary requirements, check prize deliveries and chill drinks before the first check-in starts.

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I plan a skate competition?: Start venue, format and judge arrangements at least 8 weeks before the competition. Open registration once the rules and schedule are clear, and confirm participants 1 to 2 weeks before the event.
What safety equipment do I need for a skate competition?: Provide helmets, knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards, plus non-slip mats around activity areas. Inspect ramps, skate boxes, grind rails and spare skateboards at least 1 day before use.
When should I prepare the starting lineup and race packets?: Process registrations and confirm participants 1 to 2 weeks before the competition. Create the starting lineup and assemble race packets after registration closes, ideally 2 to 3 days before event day.
How do I prepare the sound system for a skate competition?: Test the speakers, mixer, wireless microphones and music player at least 1 day in advance. Route extension cords through cable mats and keep the music playlist, announcements and run sheet ready before the first rider checks in.

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