The Nokia BK Skateboarding Street 2020 competition is an official, internationally recognized World Skate competition, which counts towards qualifying for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games (postponed to 2021). This means that the World Skate Rule Book is applicable to the Nokia BK Skateboarding Street competition. Here are the key points that concern all participants.
Registrations
- Participants can register via the button provided below. The registration costs are:
- € 10 for members of Skate Vlaanderen.
- € 20 for non-members, which includes a 1-year’s membership to Skate Vlaanderen
- Only Skate Vlaanderen members can participate in the Belgian Championships.
- Each participant must present a valid ID card upon registration.
- Although spectators are not allowed, every participant can bring 1 friend or family member to the contest.
- Registration to the Nokia BK Skateboarding 2020 competition is available to the TOP 10 participants of the Nokia BK Skateboarding 2019 competition until Sunday 20.09.
- Anyone can register from Wednesday 16.09 onwards. Registration closes on Monday 5.10.
- Note: fully booked = fully booked! So be quick.
- Men’s U13s 16th finals = max. 30 athletes
- Men’s U16s 8th finals = max. 27 athletes + top 3 U13 finalists
- Men’s over 16s quarterfinals = max. 27 athletes + top 3 U16 finalists
- Men’s semifinals = max. 27 athletes + top 3 over 16 finalists
- Men’s finals = top 7 athletes from the semifinals
- Women qualification = max. 12 athletes
WHICH CATEGORY?
YOUR AGE AND THE DAY ON WHICH YOUR NOKIA BK COMPETITION STARTS DEFINES THE CATEGORY YOU ARE SKATING IN.
Training
- Skaters who are registered for the Nokia BK Skateboarding competition are recommended to practice their run at the SPRK skatepark. Please do check Skateboard Academy Antwerp for opening hours.
Under 18? Bring your helmet!
- Safety helmets are compulsory for every participant under the age of 18.
- Helmets are not available from the organizers during the Nokia BK Skateboarding competition. So, bring your own helmet!
Competition Format
- Strict rules are in force regarding the competition’s format and the way in which the qualifying heats, quarterfinals, semifinals and finals are run.
- Special COVID-19 protocols will apply. There will also be no spectators. By registering, you automatically agree to these conditions and safety measures.
- The competition’s format and rules will be explained before the commencement of the competition.
Categories
Non-sponsored: 16th finals U13 / 8th finals U16 / Quarterfinals 16+
Sponsored: Semi-finals sponsored / pro (all ages) / Finals
Women: All ages / Non-sponsored and sponsored
Competition Program
Category
MEN’S 16th FINALS U13
Athletes
Max. 30 athletes
- Qualification runs: 3 skaters | 2 runs | 90 sec | best run counts
- 5 skaters advance to the final
- Final runs: 1 skater / 2 runs / 60 sec / best run counts
- Top 3 qualifies for U16
Time
START LIVESTREAM — U13
09:15 – 10:55
08:30 – 09:00 : Doors open for U13 only
09:00 – 09:30 : Warm-up U13
09:30 – 10:15 : Qualifications U13
10:30 – 10:45 : Finals U13
10:50 – 10:55 : Prize Giving
11:00 : Covid-19 exit for U13
Category
MEN’S 8th FINALS U16
Athletes
Max. 27 athletes
+ top 3 from the men’s 16th finals
- Qualification runs: 3 skaters | 2 runs | 90 sec | best run counts
- 5 skaters advance to the final
- Final runs: 1 skater | 2 runs | 60 sec | best run counts
- Top 3 qualifies for 16+
Time
START LIVESTREAM — U16
12:15 – 13:55
Time
11:30 – 12:00 : Doors open for U16 only
12:00 – 12:30 : Warm-up U16
12:30 – 13:15 : Qualifications U16
13:30 – 13:45 : Finals U16
13:50 – 13:55 : Prize Giving
14:00 : Covid-19 exit for U16
Category
MEN’S QUARTERFINALS 16+
Athletes
Max. 27 athletes
+ top 3 from the men’s 8th finals
- Qualification runs: 3 skaters / 2 runs / 90 sec / best run counts
- 5 skaters advance to the final
- Final runs: 1 skater / 2 runs / 60 sec / best run counts
- Top 3 qualifies for sponsored / pro
Time
START LIVESTREAM — 16+
15:15 – 16:55
14:30 – 15:00 : Doors open for 16+ only
15:00 – 15:30 : Warm-up 16+
15:30 – 16:15 : Qualifications 16+
16:30 – 16:45 : Finals 16+
16:50 – 16:55 : Prize Giving
17:00 : Covid-19 exit for 16+
Category
WOMEN
Athletes
Women – all ages
Max. 12 athletes
- Qualification runs: 3 skaters / 2 runs / 90 sec / best run counts
- 3 skaters advance to the final
- Final runs: 1 skater / 2 runs / 60 sec / best run counts
Time
START LIVESTREAM — Women
18:15 – 19:30
17:30 – 18:00 : Doors open for women only
18:00 – 18:30 : Warm-up women
18:30 – 18:45 : Qualifications women
19:00 – 19:15 : Finals women
19:20 – 19:25 : Prize Giving
19:30 : Covid-19 exit for women
Category
MEN’S SEMI-FINALS & FINALS SPONSORED / PRO
Athletes
Max. 27 athletes (sponsored / pro)
+ top 3 from men’s 16+
- Qualification runs: 2 skaters / 2 runs / 90 sec / best run counts
- 7 skaters advance to the final
- Final runs: 1 skater / 2 runs / 60 sec / best run counts
Time
START LIVESTREAM — PRO
20:10 – 22:30
19:45 – 20:00 : Doors open for sponsored / pro only
20:00 – 20:30 : Warm-up sponsored / pro
20:30 – 21:20 : Qualifications sponsored / pro
21:30 – 21:50 : Finals sponsored / pro
22:00 – 22:10 : Prize Giving
22:15 : Covid-19 exit for sponsored / pro
Top 10 results
Nokia BK Skateboarding 2019
- Liam Strecker
- Noah De Jaeger
- Niels Walschap
- Huub Mertens
- Wilson Withof
- Bodhi T’joens
- Janek Blansaer
- Jitse Zwysen
- Simon Pyfferoen
- Liam Coussement
- Mauro Creytens
- Bram De Muynck
- Senne Busschaert
- Noah Deschrijver
- Saydu Keita
- Emilian Verdugo
- Thomas Eeckhout
- August Verminnen
- Milan Vandecasteele
- René De Graeve
- Yaram Diatarra
- Gust Neuville
- Senne Roels
- Louis Vanduynslaegher
- Theo Dejaeger
- Arthur Spanhove
- Pauwel Degreef
- Luca Van Driessch
- Matthew Lapierre
- Sean Puype
- Axel Cruysberghs
- Simon Deprez
- Christian Plettner
- Nick Steenbeke
- Kevin Tshala
- Jonathan Thijs
- Ziggy Govaerts
- Xander De Vlieger
- Guillaume Clinke
- Samuel De Graaf
- Lore Bruggeman
- Aura Bredart
- Sarah Delaet
- Evelien Bouilliart
- Mila Coolen
Livestream!
Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 we cannot allow spectators into the Nokia BK Skateboarding 2020 competition.
But do not despair! As you cannot come to us, we will bring this edition of the Nokia BK Skateboarding competition to you! Not just snippets here and there, but the whole event. Every category will be filmed by a handpicked team of professionals and livestreamed on the day.
- A Full day’s livestreaming, using 8 cameras, including 2 follow cams and 1 drone
- Live commentary by Hakan, from One Love Boardshop NL, and Jonathan Franck, sales representative at DC NL/FR
- Skateboarding videos between categories
- Give-a-ways from our partners throughout the day
- Social media interaction
So, sit back, relax, share your oohs and aahs online, and enjoy!
START LIVESTREAM — U13
09:15 – 10:55
START LIVESTREAM — U16
12:15 – 13:55
START LIVESTREAM — 16+
15:15 – 16:55
START LIVESTREAM — Women
18:15 – 19:30
START LIVESTREAM — PRO
20:10 – 22:30
Anti-Doping Policy
Points are awarded to participants who are placed in the top 42 at the end of the competition. These points count towards the world rankings for the World Skate championships (men and women) and thus also count towards qualifying for the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games. If you want to compete for a place in the Olympic games, then it is of utmost importance that you adhere to the Anti-Doping rules. You must also obtain certain qualifying medals (i.e. bronze and/or silver for national and gold for international competitions). You will find more details about how this works and how you can obtain the relevant qualifying medals in the participant’s letter that each participant receives following their registration.
COVID-19 Measures
Due to the coronavirus crisis, the Nokia BK Skateboarding Street competition will be a different experience this year. There will be no spectators and all participants must adhere to strict COVID-19 protocols. The following rules apply to all participants:
- Participants must register in advance via the registration procedure set out on the website. Every participant will receive an explanation and instructions as to what measures are in force.
- Upon arrival, there will be temperature checks. A triage system will be in place.
- Participants must sign a statement, in which they declare that they agree with the measures that will be in place during the Nokia BK Skateboarding Street competition. Failure to comply or refusal to follow directions from staff may result in disqualification.
- Participants must always keep a distance of 1.5 meters from one another. Nokia BK Skateboarding staff members will supervise this rule in the transit area between the courtyard and the track. Instructions of Nokia BK Skateboarding staff members must be followed at all times!
- Certain formalities will take place outside the competition area, such as temperature checks, finalizing registration, catering (drinks only), press moments, etc.
- Participants must adhere to all instructions regarding walking routes, bathroom facilities and catering.
Note: If the government imposes changes to safety measures that affect the Nokia BK Skateboarding competition, we will adjust the program and format accordingly. We will of course inform you of the possible changes as soon as possible.
All participants will be divided into age groups: U13s – U16s – over 16s – MEN – WOMEN. We have assigned each age group a specific time slot. When finalizing registrations at the entrance, participants will receive a colored wristband whose color corresponds to a specific time slot. Participants are not allowed into the venue at any other time other than the time slot designated by their wristband’s color. Participants can present themselves at the entrance up to 30 minutes before their time slot. All participants must leave the venue within 15 minutes of their time slot being over.
