Melissa / London

Hey there! I’m Melissa and I rep the English Capital City of London. Come jam with me sometime!

How long have I been longboard dancing?

A year and a half.

What’s my current dancing setup?

I’ve got 2 boards:
Quin Dancing Green / Caliber 50 trucks / Orangatang wheels
Loaded Bhangra / Paris trucks / Orangatang wheels

What motivated me to start longboard dancing?

I come from the Alps and love snowboarding, when I moved to London I was missing it and started flirting with the idea of skateboarding/longboarding but never really bought a board. When I turned 30 I decided to treat myself to a board and it was love at the first push!

What’s been my favorite longboard dancing experience thus far?

That moment when I managed my very first step on a board (cross step). And every time I land a new trick/step. That feeling is incredible!

What’s my favorite move to do on a longboard?

It’s a basic step but the Peter Pan never fails to entertain me. There are so many variations and it’s so fun to do.

What cool things do I like to do, other than longboard dancing?

Being very active I like running, hiking mountains, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, climbing and pilates. Also love hanging out in art galleries and museums!

How can you get in touch with me?

Insta: @longboard.mel