Bike skills on show

The team from Melbourne indoor skate park RampFest shared its wisdom with attendees.

Andrew ‘Mini’ Ahumada was on hand to inspire the young participants.

“There’s no such thing as can’t,” he said.

“It’s that you don’t want to or you just haven’t worked it out yet.”

Mini has been part of RampFest since its beginnings and enjoys teaching the physical and mental skills involved in his sport.

He stressed the impact of the psychological barrier that stops kids from giving the skate park their best shot.

“That fear never goes away, whether it’s dropping in for the first time or doing a double backflip,” Mini said.

Along with fellow teacher Cooper Wilson, who was impressed with the skate park facilities on offer in such a small town, Mini provided guidance at the event. They even gave the students a go on their bikes.