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[@kennynewell85]

I skate. I’m a dad. Not teaching your children skatepark etiquette is child abuse lol. Dropping your scooter kid off at the park and leaving is neglect. Merry Christmas and congrats on the kid.

[@hobes9799]

This is accurate

[@SockiThePoser]

i was at the same park john is in this video and there were so many little kids there rollerblading, scootering, biking, and some were even skating. it genuinely kinda aggravated me but you can't freak out on them bc they're little kids so you just gotta chill

[@jasonharris5201]

I completely agree with that. Leaving your kids alone and not watching them play, in today’s time. Sounds like they are asking for trouble. Parents don’t understand, their kids can get seriously hurt at a skatepark.

[@chriscabell3897]

John, you have more patience than most, you’ll be a great dad! Yes, most parents don’t know the flow of a skatepark. They would never just let their kids wander through the swim lanes and water aerobics classes, because the parents know how swimming pools function. It’s probably going to take another generation for ‘skate parents’ to become more common.

[@mr.spaceman7106]

​@@chriscabell3897 This has got to be the most level headed take on this I've ever seen. As much as I agree, my parents knew how dangerous skateparks could be when I was 5-6 like 17-18 years ago, and they know nothing about this kind of world. You definitely need to pay attention

[@FatherRyan68]

I taught my son proper skatepark etiquette early, early. He's now 7 and can easily see the flow of the park and when to go and try his line. Freaking love that boy!

[@subedhan]

John, you seem so much more enthusiastic and i think that it's the secret to get better at anything. Having the patience and the mental force to go through hard days were we skate bad and everything while being enthusiastic is the secret to transform these hard days into not so much hard days. At the end these days make the difference in your progress. Keep killing it 👍

[@Oli_4sure]

The worst thing is when the mum is always standing in the middle of the park and the kids are sliding down the hip whilst you’re navigating the park like a mine field 🤬

[@Will_RodU]

Yep, I've seen so many parents stand in the middle of paths just blocking the whole thing or putting their stuff on ledges and even the floor instead of the benches!

[@jackgutzman1186]

At my local skatepark a mom was sitting on the flat bar looking at her phone 💀

[@SockiThePoser]

@@jackgutzman1186that is outrageous😭😭

[@JavonSteez]

@@jackgutzman1186 should of krooked it anyway 😂

[@AlexNiedt]

When people are that clueless, I always tell them they need to move. Unacceptable, haha

[@mishimoo685]

Hey I just want to say I always love watching your videos, I’m currently 13 but I’ve found times where I just feel like I’m not getting better but now I’m actually starting to progress, I recently 50-50 a quite large ledge out of a bank and your relatability makes skate slumps feel way better. Thanks👍🏽

[@donovanhays]

John you're too nice my man lol. Parents can and should teach their kids skatepark etiquette immediately. You just have to be an active participant with them and these parents want to be lazy and drop their kids off somewhere that they shouldn't be alone. It's rude and bad parenting. I'm 36 with 2 kids. I taught them skatepark etiquette immediately. It's for their safety and others, plus it's rude not to. You can do it in a kind, caring, yet firm way which isn't yelling at your kids. It's just giving them guidance.

[@brettcaulfield2337]

Your focus always inspires me, keep doing what you do. Love the videos, been watching you for years and you're a true inspiration. Much love from Australia!!!

[@KickaHippyPK]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year John. Thank you for the many years of entertainment you've given me and countless others. I feel fortunate to get to witness a part of your journey and the ups and downs that comes with life. You've given me inspiration, motivation, and comfort on more occasions than I could possibly guess. I feel a sense of pride to see that you've gained a goal and sense of purpose in light of a tragic accident. I'm so sorry about Kechaud. I distinctly remember that video of him that you posted at the Vans park and it's so sad that he's gone so soon. He was an incredible skateboarder and the whole community lost a great person. Happy New Year and I can't wait to see what you achieve in 2024! :)

[@KevinKawamura]

Love the video John! Skating with you always hypes me up! 😤

[@mason5709]

Love to see y'all supporting the young homies !

[@Resken13]

Hey John! I just wanted to say thanks for making these videos! You are very inspiring with the way you approach life. Not just the skating but the way you're always trying to seize the day and make the most out of life. My sons (8 and 6) have both taken an interest in skateboarding which has gotten me back into it as well. Thanks for the content man and congratulations on the baby!

[@kevinfletcher2198]

My daughter has been coming to the skatepark with me since she was 4 and she knows how to stay out of the way and use the park . You just have to teach them.

[@PhoenixsWorldVideos]

the intro clips in these videos have more bangers than my whole sessions. no idea how u got so much stamina man

[@Bobbysk8salot]

RIP Kechaud💔

[@LevelUpDaily434]

Happy birthday! Insane how good your tricks look dude, clearly shows you been skating passionately for a long time. One day my tricks might look half as good lol I'm only 6 months in so far though. Too much fun

[@LevelUpDaily434]

If you see this comment, check my progression vid, anybody and everybody. I'd really appreciate it, spent tons of time on it 😁

[@nazaryus7650]

I've never skated in my life, but your videos I always enjoy. Great content, and love to see you thrive.

[@questtobliss]

Thanks for naming all the tricks. That probably was a pain to edit! Also the fact that you accomplished all of those tricks in that environment is a testament to your skills! Inspiring me to make a new trick list for 2024.✨

[@iamaspirit9912]

Hey I just wanted to comment to throw out some appreciation dude! Stopped skating about 7 or 8 years ago, and unsure If I'll ever get back into it. (I still love to longboard and snowboard though) But even if I don't, watching your videos is so relatable, and hits home with how genuine, aware and caring you are skateboarding. Showing all sides fr Been watching for past 4-5 months and gotten hooked back on some skate content lmao. Dig your skate style too.

[@kennyhampton8955]

So stoked to see you killing it. Posts doing great my G. We love yewwww

[@lumpyonion3941]

Keep killin it

[@Indeedness]

It was really nice to hear what you had to say about KeChaud. I didn’t hear about his death until recently and I was so sad to hear what happened to him. I took a few lessons from him and it was really obvious he loved skateboarding and teaching others to skate. He was and awesome guy.

[@mazdaspeedg2380]

Glad to see you skating with the homies and back in Texas don’t forget about us 😂 love seeing you skate the Cali spots tho I miss la sometimes planning to vacation soon so I can reminisce my hometown where I grew up. Keep killing it 🔥

[@granth4561]

Wow! You learn fast!

[@ScarredShadoww]

haha no way im about to go to bed and youre just posting lol love your vids john u help me progress skating alot!

[@joemamma9642]

You are the man, John Hill.

[@T0RANI]

Sup dude! You inspired me to pick up the board again and start shredding!

[@user-cn2ft5zq9c]

John Ur amazing at this

[@DominicKingsun]

Merry Christmas John

[@ryanrowe1975]

Merry Christmas

[@yolansk8944]

That switch bs smith was too smooth ! Great job

[@cuttersidwell]

Hell yeah bro! This is what i wanted to hear you say. Had me worried about you for a while.

[@YouilAushana]

Love your intro music. Congrats on having to guide a smaller human through this topsy-turvy world!

[@erios314]

I’m a dad of two daughters. My four year old skates with me at skatepark (brea skatepark) and I’m absolutely teaching her to keep look out and to be courteous. My biggest problem is the PTA moms that just throw their kids into the park and act like everyone else is supposed to get out of their kids way.

[@AlexNiedt]

Those moms are truly the worst. And god forbid you actually try to provide their kid with some guidance... 😆

[@LOWBIMMER323i]

Great tribute John!! 🖤🛹🙌

[@argenslucasfadelpires8997]

My condolences for the loss of your friend Jhon, I am a father and my son is 6 years old and I always teach that a skateboarding park is not an amusement park and as I skateboard I say that serious accidents can happen. Congratulations on your progress in skateboarding and happy New Year! 🛹♥️🇧🇷🔥

[@Luka_Ignatenko]

watuaga is my local park. i love your vids, they got me into skateboarding. I really hope to meet you sometime at Watuaga

[@Luka_Ignatenko]

yo yo yo, so glad TO see you back in texas

[@SwitchFBproductions]

I saw p rod was having trouble recently but getting back on his grind and I thought of you with your rough patch also. So glad to see you’re doing so much better and it’s a trip to think about the different perspective you have to consider looking forward to being a parent when you have errant kids at the skatepark.

[@josiahamaze]

Alot of us are "off" lately

[@advaitawho]

Congrats on the upcoming kid 👍

[@Setsunz]

Beautiful, John.

[@HENNOZINGER]

Those tricks .. one session...pfff the comeback is real. This is 1 of your best videos this year.

[@grapesodashoots8359]

Bro I was in Keller and I wanted to go to Watauga on Christmas I could’ve met you ughh. Been wanting to meet you wish I knew you were back up in Texas.

[@gavinhanner9535]

love your content, comeback to McKinney

[@G0RFZILLA]

good video john i already watched all of this

[@RobbyRobRob42]

So this park is actually my home park. I love it, but it was built in an area that is primarily middle class families that didn't grow up in sports like this. They see skateparks as just any other playground, so they seem to think its a babysitter for them and fail to understand or teach their children the proper respect and etiquette that's required in that environment. My 6yo son and I frequent this park REGULARLY when the weather is decent(Texas ifykyk) and there are certain times of day that the park is unskateable because of all the kids. This is great little spot and I love seeing bigger names frequent the parks in my area!

[@TheFourthHorsemanClips]

Dude, that’s my local! I can’t believe I missed you and Quay(?)! Love you as always man, and good job on the set. (Also, when this video was released I can confer that the kids at the park were crazy that day)

[@s13brian]

Which park is this?

[@TheFourthHorsemanClips]

@@s13brian Watuga Skate Park at the Watuga Community Center on Indian Springs.

[@SayPenny]

I used to watch this guy back in the day when I first tried skating, never knew he was from Texas. I’ve been skating with real progression for about 3 months now maybe I’ll catch you at Fort Worth Skate Park one day.

[@CristianCortezz]

Do you have any tips on how to improve your skill at skateboarding? because im having a hard time improving.

[@jakesykes]

Can you please tell me what mic you use for the solo tripod sessions???

[@GregMuniz7]

Dude your progression has been crazy. That half cab smith. Billy marks shit.

[@BXMBEATZ]

The people need a John Hill video part!!!

[@rogeliolazaro1498]

you will undestand when ur baby gets older, also depends on how ur baby come out to be, mine has too much energy i cant keep him still sometime hehe. love ur videos bro!

[@lewscid3732]

The progress is crazy tho holy smokes you’re actually getting insanely good. And you already were before 😂❤

[@t_weet4089]

You make me want to get back at skating so bad man

[@aveink1]

i love you john

[@dylansousa5571]

John and Sara Merry Christmas

[@lilwilly69]

What size board/wheels do you ride? Great video as always!!

[@adrenalineproductionbeats]

I'll never give up at skateboarding. I have days where it's fustrating when I can't land a no comply 180 frontside. I know that I'll eventually do it. I'm real positive and I'm the one telling others they can land tricks. Skating has helped me a lot. I have survived trauma and skating has taught me that I have control how I respond to it. In a way it's taught me to cope with life's uncertainties. It's also increased my pain tolerance. Thank God I haven't gotten a serious injury only because me personally I wear protective gear and a helmet. It's a personal choice. If I ever have kids, they won't be getting in the way of skaters. I'll teach them not to.

[@elijahmontelongo542]

Goat

[@arthurdrewry1110]

What mic do use

[@user-dq2sw6kv4h]

So sweet to hear John say “my daughter “ 🥹🥹

[@neongenesis3806]

🔥

[@jonathanyoungblood8676]

You absolutely destroyed that set . R.I.P. Kechaud . It sucks when parents drop their children off at the skatepark like it’s a free babysitter. I’ve always tried to teach skatepark etiquette to the younger generation but yeah definitely had those days where I’m like wtf haha

[@Laggerlate]

You have any tips on how to recover from a knee sprain

[@kailathpakdy]

that’s me in the back

[@Collin1427]

Where

[@Renryo]

I first saw Kechaud this year when he came to Stalin Plaza, that man was jumping stair sets i didn't know were possible whatsoever, and all within 3 tries, it completely blew my mind. An amazing and genuine person, RIP

[@quackapatth]

dope vid, had no idea kashad passed, RIP

[@mytorment]

As a most dedicated newb skater, I strongly advise all skaters to get and love a scooter 😅 I salvaged/ repaired one and was gonna gift to a random local kid; but it rains a lot in Ireland and i can't bear walking around like a suckah any more 😂 they're great for building up fakie muscles and practicing hippy jump switches while holding handle bars👍😇🫒

[@christianisweet]

A Skatepark is the cheapest babysitter my dad realized this fast lmaoo

[@LeviStout.]

His fs: flips are so nutty

[@CiceroMonteiro]

I skate and I'm a dad and my kids have never ever gotten in the way of another skater. I just came back from a session at my local park and I always bring my kids along with their bikes and all, but they are educated enough to understand and respect the spaces.

[@Rand_al_Thor372]

And that's really all anybody is asking for and thank you for being a responsible and caring parent, your kids are stoked. The notion of just wanting AWAY from your own child is just bewildering to me.

[@jonamr]

You got it dawg. I know you can practice enough this year, so you will be good to go for 34 tricks next year;)

[@_tokii__]

The most annoying thing about kids at the skatepark is when they stand exactly at the spot your hitting and just stay there. Also was learning how to drop in switch recently, kid on a scooter went right in front of me as i dropped in and got absolutely destroyed, I was fine though.

[@coleford4258]

Am a dad. I hope my kid wants to do things like skate, scooter, or bike as she gets older. Regardless, I won't let her just be in the way at a skatepark. It's just unsafe for the skaters and my kid.

[@anorangewithadvil]

Same thing at the climbing gym man, I like that families bring their kids there but you really need to be on top of teaching the etiquette. Like if I fall on a kid cause they walk under me (big nono) then they could get seriously hurt...

[@gyrran]

there will always be accidents in skate parks, but unsupervised kids will always be the most tragic causes that i can think of.

[@Chronomatrix]

Scooter kids is the main reason I quit skateboarding. My town's skatepark is very small and those f**king gremlins would always appear out of nowhere and invade the whole place, constantly getting on the way and being annoying af. Their parents would do nothing or say nothing, they'd just stand there with their phones being pos.

[@Riz2336]

Yeah the kids getting in the way can get frustrating at times

[@_gamerlama5382]

5:26 made me laugh

[@bdogthegreat1]

The problem is that a lot of parents do not teach kids to be aware of their surroundings/etiquette.

[@josiahamaze]

Our boy back in texas?!

[@R0B690]

The problem is they treat the skatepark like a playground, like just let your kids go but its not a playground. Some people actually want to skate you know without having to look out for you kids...

[@Rognvaldr85]

Yeah that's one of the main reasons why I don't go to any skate parks. People just let their children do whatever, and don't really watch their kids until they get knocked down or hit by a skateboard. Then they become super parent

[@the.littlest.toaster]

What park is that?

[@Breakngu]

My mom would leave me at the park when i was 12 but i knew the etiquite

[@Dave3rdEyeArt]

Parents just stopped teaching basic manors

[@skatetheorist]

Christmastime every year lol

[@skatetheorist]

Also as a parent just don't let them go to the skatepark until they can learn right. Or go at a less busy time

[@pufferfish-]

56 seconds ago this video dropped thats nice

[@jonathanplack8661]

Can’t wait till your kids at a park with swings and slides see how you are lol. I’m also saying in basic comedy

[@chrisXjosi]

Same in the skateparks in germany. The parents dont know the unwritten rules in a skatepark. I think it is our mission to be a cool guy and explain the rules in the park. The kids dont know, that they are doing anything wrong, they are kids. And when the locals are bad to the kids and scream at them, there will be no solution. The only way is to be nice and be a role model. Go to the kids, explain the rules, give them your board and show them something. One week later they are coming with skateboards to the park and cheering at you, as a idol. The key sentence is: Treat other people the way you want to be treated, not only at the skatepark.

[@LOVEFANE_kbm]

Bro is at my local skatepark and I wasn’t even there💀💀😭😭

[@cavemanspongebob6259]

5:26 you knew the second you said it

[@himebaughchris4026]

Your Daughter is gonna Rule the skateparks.

[@Maxxxx0_0]

19 and im gonna try and properly learn to do tricks, bc ive just been cruising for years lmfao, i can barely land an ollie so ik this gon take years lol

[@ardensemans6897]

I read the title and I thought “dude what? This guy is already sick”

[@brendanherrera-iq9mx]

Donr get me wrong you are craxy good at skating

[@kaptinfish]

You back in Texas?

[@lisa_r5]

Sorry about your friend, John. RIP.

[@Jerry500]

I've delt some accidental body slams over the years. The kids come out of thin air

[@cicerojones9248]

Ok I have twin 6 year olds so this is near and dear to me. I've brought them with me to the skate park since they were 3. I taught them etiquette. But what is more important is teaching the parents there (that probably dont skate and never have) ettiquette. My kids screw up sometimes and thats ok. Which is why I usually try to go when no one is around. And many parents are receptive when I tell them what they should teach their kids, look both ways, dont snake people, look where you are going, dont literally lay on the floor at the bottom of ramps.....But I gotta say man, these other parents just dont give a Fuuuuuuu......and it shows. Their kids are some of the worst little shiiiiii......'s I've ever seen. They straight up dont listen. Which is why when they do get hurt, and they do, I just make it a point to stare at them with my hands up and a smile like "bro I told you so".