„WE ARE SKATE THE WORLD!“
„Skating has given me everything – freedom, purpose, perspective. Through a chain of beautiful coincidences, this project has become my way of giving something back to the sport that shaped my life. What once carried me forward now helps others take their first steps.“
Matthias Stelzmüller
Founder Skate the World
Building a Skate Community
Skating connects – we bring people together, turn streets into meeting places, and create a safe space to grow.
Giving Kids Access to Skates
A single pair of skates can open a world of freedom, fun, and focus – especially for those who need it most.
Combining Movement and Education
We believe learning doesn’t stop in the classroom – skating teaches balance, discipline, and determination.
How it all started
What started as a global skate journey unexpectedly led me to the Philippines – and changed everything.
While traveling through Southeast Asia, I received a message from Ian, a young man from Lapu Lapu City on Cebu Island. Once involved in a gang, he had found a new direction through skating – and a powerful desire to share that passion with others. His story moved me deeply. Without knowing exactly what would happen, I booked a flight with EVA Airways…
Thank You to Our Partners
Skate the World wouldn’t be possible without the support of the incredible partners who believe in the power of movement, community, and positive impact.
A special thank you goes to EVA Air, who joined us as our logistics partner with open arms. From the very beginning, they believed in the vision of creating change through skating – even in places where it might seem unlikely. Their trust and support helped us bring not just equipment, but also opportunity, hope, and inspiration to the Philippines.
Together with our local and international partners, we’re building something that’s bigger than skating – a safe space, a community, and a new perspective for the next generation.
Thank you for believing in us.
„TEAM SKATE THE WORLD!“
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
What began as a solo mission between Ian and me quickly turned into something much bigger.
At first, it was just the two of us – one local skater with a powerful story and one traveler on wheels with a camera and a vision. Then came Jonas, our filmmaker and creative partner, who believed in the project from the very first moment. Together, we became a trio driven by purpose, community, and the belief that skating can truly change lives.
But things didn’t stop there.
During our journey, we connected with Miss Sunshine Lim and Sir Charles Lim of the Santo Niño Mactan Montessori School, two incredible educators who immediately saw the potential of what we were building. Their school opened its gates – and its heart – to the skate community, becoming a safe space for dozens of kids to grow, move, and dream.
What was once a small team became a movement.
Together with the school, we’ve formalized a Memorandum of Understanding to create a long-term partnership rooted in shared values: education, empowerment, and opportunity. Today, our team spans cultures, backgrounds, and generations – united by wheels and the will to make a difference.
And this is only the beginning.
Let’s roll together?
Want to Support? Let’s Connect!
Whether you’re a media partner, sponsor, creative thinker, or simply someone who believes in the power of movement — we’d love to hear from you.
If you want to support Skate the World – Philippines financially, offer gear, share ideas, contribute skills, or help spread the word, just reach out.
No matter where you’re from or what you bring – every connection moves this project forward.
Let us know how you’d like to get involved. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Thank you for rolling with us.