Nathan “Nate” Cowhey
Goofy stance · 6 yrs skating · 3 yrs coaching
Favorite trick(s): Heelflips, Disco Flips
Home skatepark: Westmont Skatepark
Nate grew up skating the streets with friends, spending countless hours chasing new tricks and the satisfaction of finally landing them. His passion for progression and positive energy make him a favorite among students.
Enjoys teaching: Helping students chase their own progression, one trick at a time.
Antonio Whisenton
Regular stance · 17 yrs skating · 2 yrs coaching
Favorite trick(s): Backside 180 Kickflip
Home skatepark: Westmont Skatepark
I'm a fun-loving dad who's been skating most of my life. I'm all about building confidence, celebrating small wins, and helping kids feel comfortable pushing themselves. I'm a showman on the board and I bring that same energy to coaching — keeping lessons organized, upbeat, and on the kids' level. Nothing beats seeing a student land something they didn't think they could.
Enjoys teaching: Building confidence and celebrating every small win.
Diya Ayoub
Regular stance · 2 yrs skating · 3 yrs coaching
Favorite trick(s): Heelflip, Varial Heel, FS 360
Home skatepark: Palatine Skatepark
Diya brings a ton of energy, positivity, and smooth technical style to every lesson. At just 15, he's already sponsored by @i.killed.romance and continues to progress while helping younger riders grow. Kids look up to him, and he's great at breaking down tricks step-by-step.
Enjoys teaching: Breaking tricks down step-by-step so younger riders can follow along.
Christopher Lagondino
Regular stance · 4 yrs skating · 2 yrs coaching
Favorite trick(s): Tre Flip, Kickflip, 360 Shuv
Home skatepark: Roselle Skatepark
I'm 17 and love skateboarding, hockey, and running. When I'm not at the park, I volunteer as a junior coach for a disabled hockey team, which has taught me patience, communication, and how to support athletes of all ability levels. I'm excited to bring that same positive energy to Skate Lessons Chicago.
Enjoys teaching: Bringing patience and encouragement to every skater, at every level.
Sebastian “Seabass” Aleksov
Regular stance · 14 yrs skating · Coaching experience varies
Favorite trick(s): Heel Flip
Home skatepark: Bash Skatepark
What's up kids — I skateboard every day! I also work at Asylum Skatepark and Whole Foods. Taking care of my car is important to me and keeping it clean, and in my spare time I hang out with friends.
Enjoys teaching: Sharing an everyday love of skateboarding with the next generation.
Andres Garcia
Both stance · 25 yrs skating · 15 yrs coaching
Favorite trick(s): No Comply Frontside 180 Lazer Flip
Home skatepark: Palatine Skatepark
Graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science, now attending graduate school at DePaul University. Andres is a wildland firefighter currently in his 5th fire season, and competes in grappling tournaments.
Enjoys teaching: Bringing 15 years of coaching experience and the discipline of firefighting and grappling to every lesson.