Coach Aidan Johnson (Skateboarding)

Hey there!

My name's Aidan Johnson - I'm 23 years old, and I grew up in a small coastal town called Tuross Head before moving to Sydney in 2015. I’ve been skating for about 8 years and coaching for 5 of those. When I’m not at the skatepark, I’m either studying for my Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance at Macquarie University or out on a run!

My personal favourite trick is a tre flip (they’re beautiful if you haven’t seen one before), and I love skating stairs, gaps, and down rails - there’s nothing better than a clean boardslide or the feeling of clearing a set. I usually head out for a skate with a few mates and am always keen to check out new parks and spots. I’m still progressing as a skater myself and always learning, but one of my favourite things is seeing new people join the scene. When someone shows that drive and love for skating, it reminds me why I fell in love with the sport and its community.

I also love snowboarding and was lucky enough to visit Japan in 2025 to hit the slopes! Usually I head down to Perisher with some mates for a few days and loving hitting up the park!

I’m super keen to meet you and help you progress in your skateboarding journey!

Hey everyone!

My name is Nathan Hayes, I am 23 years old and I have been skating for roughly 8 years. My favourite trick has to be a varial kickflip simply because I love the feeling. I first started skating around my driveway at home and I recall spending countless hours holding onto my letterbox trying to learn kickflips. The feelings of joy and the sense of accomplishment from finally landing one was surreal and kicked off my love for skateboarding. Outside of skateboarding I enjoy hanging out with mates at the snow, beach or in the garage tinkering away on our cars. 

I find skating at Cherrybrook very inclusive and there are always tips, tricks and encouragement being shared amongst new and seasoned skaters making it an ideal environment to get comfortable and progress. I have always loved seeing the excitement of someone landing a new trick and I am keen for you to get to experience this!

Hey guys! 

I’m Charlotte Ives!! I’m 16 years old, and am a coach at PoP! Skate School! I started skating about a year and a half ago, and love to skate transition and vert! 

I began skateboarding by getting lessons at  PoP! Skate School, which encouraged me to do my best and push myself. The coaches at PoP! taught me a majority of my tricks I know to this day, and has overall increased my love for skateboarding as well as performance massively.

My favorite tricks would be a frontside disaster or a backside air. I love to learn new things and challenge myself to do the best I can!  I love skateboarding because it teaches you to be resilient and the skateboarding community are always so supportive and friendly. Outside of skateboarding, you can find me with a camera or guitar, or hanging out with some of my friends! 

Hopefully I’ll see you at Cherrybrook Skatepark!!! 

Hey everyone! 

I'm Brock! I'm 18 years old and in year 12. I've been super into roller skating for the past four years! I'm all about street skating and am currently working on my street part called "Heatwave." I also really like skating bowls and a good mini ramp. I've even been coaching for about nine months, which is really cool because I get to share my skills and passion with others.

My favorite thing to do on skates is definitely a tab slide - especially when I can land it on a down rail! When I'm not skating, I also like watching movies, listening to music, or reading a good book. These are my go-to ways to relax.I hope to see you soon!

Hi all!

My name is Alex Bezkorovainy and I’m a coach for PoP! Skate School. I’ve been skating for almost three years now and began skating in the parking garage of the unit I was living in at the time. My favourite trick has to be a ghetto bird (hardflip, backside 180 revert) because when it’s done right it looks incredible. Anything switch or nollie is fun though, the feeling of landing a trick in your non-dominant stance is amazing if not uncomfortable. I don’t really have a local because I love skating flatground at home, but both Cherrybrook and Carlingford skatepark have such positive communities which encourage skaters of all levels to just have a good time. 

In my spare time I’m an avid gamer (Zelda is my favourite franchise) and I love to spend time with family and friends.

Learning to skate not only encourages you to push yourself and improve, it also provides connections to both the community and friends alike. It’s a sport like no other in the sense that it brings people together to form a fun, encouraging environment, hence why it’s drawn me in. 

I’m continually typing to learn new tricks and push myself and I can’t wait to see you guys down at the park doing the same!

Hello! 

I'm Caleb Hayes a young and enthusiastic scooter coach here at PoP! Skate School. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors, socialising with friends and family, and driving. I'm passionate about helping you become a better scooter rider! With years of experience, I offer personalized coaching for all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or looking to master advanced tricks, I'm here to provide the expertise and support you need. Let's take your scootering to the next level together!

Hello everyone!! 

My name is Serena and I coach for PoP! Skate School! I started skating approximately 5-ish years ago. I’ve been on and off boards my whole life, but really got into it right before the pandemic. I prefer street skating, but my favourite tricks have to be a Boneless, and a backside disaster!

The reason why I love skating, is because of how welcoming the community is. When i first started, i was so worried i’d get judged, instead i was handed a better board to practice in by one of the local girls, and loved it ever since!

Cherrybrook is a very inclusive and welcoming park, as the locals help each other reach their goals with tips and support. 

When i’m not skating you’ll most likely catch me jamming on my guitar, drawing or listening to music!!

I’d love to see you down at cherry sometime, don’t be afraid to ask for help! :)

Hey, I'm Aidan Hall! 

I'm 17 years old, and I'm one of the coaches at PoP! Skate School. I started skating about four years ago, kicking things off at home before I eventually made my way to Cherrybrook Skatepark, which has been my main spot ever since. My favorite trick has got to be a 50-50 grind on the quarter pipe, or catching some air out of the bowl. There's just something about the challenge of learning new tricks that I can't get enough of.

When I'm not skating, you'll probably find me playing soccer or getting into some video games. Most of my friends from school aren't into skating, which made it a bit tough to stick with it at first. But the crew down at Cherrybrook Skatepark is super welcoming, and that really made all the difference for me.

I’ll catch you guys down at Cherrybrook Skatepark!

Hey everyone!


My name is Hawk Warton, I’m 19 years old, and I’ve been a coach at PoP! Skate School since the start of 2025. I’m currently studying psychology at Macquarie Uni, and in my free time, you’ll usually find me skating or playing video games.

Skateboarding has been a huge part of my life ever since I was a kid—my dad actually named me after his favourite skater, Tony Hawk. I didn’t get fully into skating until I was about eight, but I still remember the first time I set up my own board at the skate shop. Back then, I was all about skating transition—dropping in on big ramps, carving bowls, and doing tricks like rock to fakies.

When I started high school, I drifted away from skating for a while, but over the past couple of years, I’ve reconnected with it through street skating. These days, I love learning tricks like kickflips, ollieing over and down obstacles, or just cruising around with friends.

What I love most about skating is the community—how chill, welcoming, and supportive everyone is. It’s more than just a sport; it’s a way to have fun, push your limits, and grow with others. I'm stoked to be part of PoP! and can’t wait to skate with you all!