every tuesday · santa monica + venice
VIBE RIDE.
los angeles
A community of heart-led skaters.
Vibe Ride is the local Los Angeles chapter of Beyond the Board — a community of heart-led skaters on a mission to make the world a more joyous and connected place through movement on wheels.
Every Tuesday they host an iconic sunset group ride in Santa Monica and Venice Beach that was recently featured in the LA Times.
what's next
Upcoming rides.
our mission
Mission
To unify and inspire people through skateboarding, music, and community. Vibe Ride creates inclusive gatherings that spread joy, foster genuine connections, and promote self-expression and growth.
our vision
Vision
We believe in a world where people are inspired and empowered to create positive change through their passions.
how it began
The origin of Vibe Ride.
Vibe Ride started on February 24, 2022, when seven people met in Venice Beach for a sunset longboard ride.
Daniel Chiu and Brandon DesJarlais had both spent time in other skate communities around Los Angeles and kept coming back to the same question: what would happen if a skate community was designed around connection and belonging just as intentionally as it was designed around skating?
From the beginning, Vibe Ride was created as a place where beginners could show up alone, people could make real friendships, and nobody had to prove how good they were before feeling like they belonged. We started every gathering in a circle, shared our names, our vibes, and our intentions, then rolled toward the sunset.
What began with seven people has grown into a thriving Los Angeles skate community rooted in play, self-expression, mindfulness, and human connection.
what we stand for
Vibe Ride values.
01
Connection
To stress the importance of building lasting and authentic relationships and networks, going beyond the board to form a supportive ecosystem where people feel free to be themselves.
02
Playfulness
To bring joy and a sense of adventure to each meetup, making it more than just a skate gathering.
03
Mindfulness
To ensure that actions and interactions are purposeful, and fostering a deeper connection within the community.
04
Self-Growth
To promote personal development, whether it's mastering a new trick or deepening interpersonal skills through courageous vulnerability.
05
Movement
To celebrate the core activity that brings the community together, emphasizing its importance in physical and mental well-being.
scenes from the ride
The gallery.
from the journal
Related stories.
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