Theories and speculations

Empowering at-risk youth through skateboarding

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  • A new ontology for quantum physics

    Abstract This note outlines a “probability-field” interpretation of quantum mechanics.  The proposal takes standard mathematics —especially the path-integral—as a direct description of reality rather than of hidden objects.  In this view, probabilities themselves are the primitive ontology: physical reality is a dynamically evolving field of structured probability.  Measurement means a momentary local stabilization of one

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  • Effect and Cause in Creative Physics

    Normally, when we think about cause and effect, we try to understand what causes an event, and then we use that understanding to manipulate and predict future events. So when an accident happens we look for a reason, and then we try to use that knowledge to prevent future accidents. Equally, if somebody makes a

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  • Still The Truth

    Our relationship with truth is becoming increasingly problematic. This is because we associate truth closely with facts. We might go to fact checkers to discover if information is true. But if it isn’t, it doesn’t seem to make any difference. Meanwhile events like climate change, which appear to be empirically true, are ignored. Worse, most

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Learn to skate

Skatepark welcomes youth of all ages and experience levels. Whether you’ve never been on a board before, or you can already do tricks, there’s a place for you and something to learn.

Make new friends

Skateboarding is a social sport! Come hang out and meet some new friends to cheer you on while you skate. We have a strict no-bullying policy and maintain a supportive environment.

Close-up of a person riding a skateboard, focusing on their feet and the board. One foot is on the board, while the other foot is up, in motion. A skatepark is blurred in the background.

Skateboarding can teach people discipline, patience, and resiliency. It’s a great sport for kids with a lot of energy! We’ll help build up some structure and support in your life, all while you meet new people and have a ton of fun learning how to skateboard.


Visiting Coaches

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