Are you about that skater life? Is American skateboarding legend Tony Hawk your idol? Are you still belting out Avril Lavigne’s Sk8er Boi to this day? If you answered yes to all of the above, then it’s high time to graduate from watching skateboarding videos on YouTube to actually practising your skating skills in real life. Don’t listen to your head telling you that you can’t pull off your favourite skateboarding skills, you absolutely can.
Once you’ve bought a skateboard and the necessary safety gear, you’ll need to find a good skatepark to practise in. Apart from the obvious safety benefits, skateparks are also a great place for you to connect with other like-minded people. You won’t be the only skateboarding beginner there, trust us. Leave your anxieties behind and head to the best skateparks to visit in Malaysia because you will never regret indulging in your interests.
The Best Skateparks To Visit in Malaysia
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1. National Stadium Bukit Jalil Skate Park
The skate park at National Stadium Bukit Jalil is one of the most popular amongst skateboarders as it is easily accessible through public transportation. To get there, all you have to do is ride the LRT and get off at the Bukit Jalil station. From there, the skate park is impossible to miss, flanked by a playground and the stadium. The National Stadium Bukit Jalil Skate Park is perfect for beginners as it has two wide compounds where you can practise cruising before moving on to the many banks and ledges at the park.
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| Address | Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur Sports City, 57000, Sri Petaling, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (6:00am – 12:00am) |
| Contact details | +603 8992 0888 |
2. Shah Alam Extreme Park
Don’t let the name scare you, Shah Alam Extreme Park is suitable for everyone, no matter their level of expertise. Located close to Shah Alam Stadium, this skatepark is equipped with every facility you can think of, including fast food restaurants, rock climbing, BMX, futsal, paintball, and even showers. The skateboarding compound is wide and features every common skateboard obstacle, including several bowls and pools of different shapes and sizes.
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| Address | Jalan Lompat Pagar 13/37, Seksyen 13, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (9:00am – 7:00pm) |
| Contact details | +6012 287 8787 |
3. Putrajaya Challenge Park
Spanning almost 30 hectares, the Putrajaya Challenge Park is one of the biggest skateparks in Malaysia. This skating facility is suitable for more experienced skaters as it consists of mainly bowls and banks, designed and built by former pro skater Tim Altic. Once you’ve mastered the basics of skateboarding, head to this park in Putrajaya and practise nailing a hollow drop. You can also utilise the wide open areas at Putrajaya Challenge Park for flat-ground tricks.
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| Address | Jalan P5, Presint 5, 62200 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya |
| Operating hours | Monday to Friday (9:00am – 10:30pm) Saturday and Sunday (10:00am – 11:00pm) |
| Contact details | +603 8887 7000 |
4. Mont Kiara Skate Park
Have you noticed that all the skateparks in our previous entries are roofless? If you’re worried about getting heatstroke in sunny Malaysia, go to Mont Kiara Skate Park instead. As the only completely sheltered skatepark in Kuala Lumpur, this venue is a popular choice in the skater scene, so much so that even Tony Hawk came to visit in 2014! This trendy skateboarding spot is also brimming with newly renovated ramps and obstacles for you to test out.
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| Address | Jalan Bukit Kiara 1, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur |
| Operating hours | Monday to Friday (8:00am – 10:00pm) Saturday and Sunday (10:00am – 10:00pm) |
| Contact details | +603 2081 5800 |
5. Arena Skatepark PJ
One of the best skateparks to visit in Malaysia, Arena Skatepark PJ is a great option to get your skate on if you live in Selangor. This skating plaza is equipped with various skateboard obstacles like a funbox, quarterpipe, manualpad, spine, bank, and so much more — all painted in bright and cheerful primary colours. Who said skating is reserved for the goths and emos?
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| Address | Jalan Masjid 3/69, Seksyen 3, 46000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Opens daily (8:00am – 10:00pm) |
| Contact details | N/A |
6. Sungai Kantan Youth Park
Originally known as Satay Skatepark, Sungai Kantan Youth Park has since rebranded and was renamed after the local council in Kajang. Featuring numerous courts, including basketball, futsal, badminton, and football, the Sungai Kantan Youth Park is a sporty haven. The skatepark has plenty of ramps, rails, and curbs for you to try skating on once you’ve gotten bored of cruising on flat ground.
| Address | 7458, Jalan Sungai Kantan, Taman Sri Kantan, 43000, Kajang, Selangor |
| Operating hours | Opens 24 hours daily |
| Contact details | N/A |
7. MSN Skatepark Penang
KL and Selangor aren’t the only places where you can find the best skateparks in Malaysia. Penang is another hotspot for the skater scene and MSN Skatepark is a prime example. Located in Gelugor, you can ride your BMX, rollerskates, scooter, and, of course, your skateboard at this pretty blue and orange-hued spot. This skatepark also has a hubba, or concrete ledge that leads down a stairway if you don’t speak skater slang. Think you’re good enough to try a backslide noseslide down the hubba?
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| Address | Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 11900 Gelugor, Pulau Pinang |
| Operating hours | Opens 24 hours daily |
| Contact details | N/A |
8. Penang Youth Park Skatepark
Looking for a skating rink in George Town? Penang Youth Park Skatepark is the answer to your search. By all accounts, this expansive skatepark is pretty demanding with ramps, jumps, and half pipes that are designed to cater more towards proficient skaters who are seeking a challenge. Even if that isn’t you, why not take a seat and watch the more experienced skaters? You might learn a thing or two. Oh, and beware of monkeys at this skatepark!
| Address | Persiaran Kuari, Pulau Tikus, 10450 George Town, Pulau Pinang |
| Operating hours | Opens 24 hours daily |
| Contact details | N/A |
9. The Jungle Skatepark
Sabahans are determined not to be left out of the skateboarding conversation with their stellar skatepark located just outside of Kota Kinabalu, The Jungle. After undergoing extensive renovations, The Jungle is back in business and better than ever. Surrounded by greenery (hence the name), The Jungle is a beautiful contrast between concrete and nature, which makes for a soothing sight. Entertain yourself with the many ramps, stair sets, and rails — and also the beautiful artwork.
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| Address | Jalan Kompleks Sukan, 88450 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah |
| Operating hours | Opens 24 hours daily |
| Contact details | sabahextremesportassociation@gmail.com |
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