Skateboarding was started in the 1950s by surfers who wanted the sensation of riding waves on dry land.

Now decades later, the city of Frisco is helping skateboarders practice and perfect their skills.

Skateboarding isn’t as popular in Texas as compared to states like California, but the Frisco Skate Comp Series at Northeast Community Park gives those who skateboard a great way to connect with others who share similar interests in skateboarding.

“When we started doing this we started with an event called burning boards and we attracted people all over Texas, and they were so grateful to like being there and be able to do their sport,” Frisco special event supervisor Jennifer Russel said. “It’s not traditional, it’s not something they can do in school, so it gave them that opportunity and we loved it and it was so popular that we expanded it into a series.”

The competition is open to all levels giving skateboarders the chance to learn and improve.

“It’s a jam style session so they’re out there with other skaters, they are not alone, and they can try a competition,” Russel said. “They can try out their tricks they can show what they’ve been working on so um we definitely encourage new people to come and sign up.”

The event has different skating and age divisions to compete in, and is open to all ages from 13 and under to 35 and up.

Check in starts at 5 p.m. and dinner is provided to all registered participants.