The fourth annual Spring Fling Skim Jam returns to Nokomis Beach, a premier skim break on the Gulf Coast of Florida. This event is designed to bring the skim community together for the weekend and have a fun filled time at the beach. Bring your best tricks and see how you stack up against local talent!
Skim Jam is a three day event consisting of a FREE Skim Clinic, Pro/Am Skim USA sanctioned contest, Pro Signing and awards ceremony. Held at Nokomis Beach, we will have prizes, raffles and a family friendly atmosphere focused on community!
Registration link: https://liveheats.com/events/205670
Note about Registration: Competitors must sign up for Skim USA membership to register for the Spring Fling Skim Jam.
There will be NO BEACH ENTRIES allowed.
Registration Deadline: Thursday May 16, 2024 at 11:59 ET. To avoid a late fee of £11, please register by Monday May 13, 2024 at 11:59 ET.
Hotel Information:
Home2Suites (Special Rate for competitors) https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=SRQSTHT&arrivalDate=2024-04-16&departureDate=2024-04-19&groupCode=CHTSFS&room1NumAdults=1&cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLink
Holiday Inn Express- 206 E Albee Rd, Nokomis, FL 34275
Hampton Inn & Suites- 881 Venetia Bay Blvd, Venice, FL 34292
Casey Key Resorts- 1660 S Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
Ramada by Wyndham Venice- 425 U.S. 41 Bypass N, Venice, FL 34285
Nearest Airports:
Tampa International (TPA)
Sarasota (SRQ)
Fort Myers (RSW)
Contest Location and Parking (MAP)
Marked in Red is the contest location on the Map. Marked in Blue is parking locations. We will be just a little bit south of the main beach at Nokomis Beach. There is limited parking there but plenty of parking as soon as you pull over the main bridge to Nokomis Beach.
Schedule of Events:
Friday May 17, 2024 - FREE Skim Clinic Hosted by Alley Oop Skim Camps
Location: Nokomis Beach, FL (208 S Casey Key Rd., Nokomis FL 34275)
Registration: 4:30 PM
Clinic Time: 5PM-6PM
Details: Zap Skimboards and Alley Oop Skim camps have partnered up to offer a FREE Skim Clinic to the community. Don’t miss out on the chance to get tips from Zap Professional riders. This clinic is geared towards riders of all skill levels. Never touched a skimboard? No worries! Don’t have a board? We got you covered!
Rider Check-In Hosted by Island Fin Poke
Location: Island Fin Poke (997 N Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, FL 34275)
Time: 7PM-8PM
Details: Come grab a bite to eat and check-in for the competition at Island Fin Poke. We will have goodie bags for all competitors. NOTE: Rider Check-In not required at Island Fin Poke. We will have an opportunity for rider check-in at the beach as well.
Saturday May 18, 2024 - Spring Fling Skim Jam (Day 1)
Location: Nokomis Beach, FL (208 S Casey Key Rd., Nokomis FL 34275)
Rider Check-In: 8AM
Mandatory Riders Meeting/Competition Begins: 8:30 AM
Lunch for competitors provided by Island Fin Poke: 12 PM
Competition Ends: TBD
Skim USA Fundraiser & Pro Signing Hosted by Shuck N’ Ale
Location: Shuck N’ Ale (648 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285)
Time: 7PM-9PM
Details: Help send the Skim USA team to Brazil this summer as we raise funds for their exciting trip they have planned. The top Professional riders will be in attendance to sign autographs and we even have a new movie to premiere:) Live Music and great food at Shuck N’ Ale!
Sunday May 19, 2024 - Spring Fling Skim Jam (Day 2)
Location: Nokomis Beach, FL (208 S Casey Key Rd., Nokomis FL 34275)
Competition Starts: 8:30 AM
Lunch for competitors: 12 PM
Competition Ends: TBD
Awards Ceremony to commence after competition ends.
Thank you to all our sponsors that made the Spring Fling Skim Jam possible! Please support these local businesses.
Zap Skimboards
Composites One
Spice Skate
Ride Nature
Shore LB.
Island Fin Poke
Shuck N’ Ale
Alley Oop Skim Camps
Windflight Surf Shop
Compound Boardshop
Venice Jetty Surf
Skim Team Geritol
Roof It Right
RDS Skim Company
Surf Hardware
Black Summer Clothing Brand
Venice Print Center
Wave Zone Skimboards
Hammer Traction
