Winyans of Shred
Launched in 2021, the Winyans of Shred Skate Team fosters a family-style mentoring culture where skaters of all ages support one another. Each young skater is welcomed into a network of older youth, young adults, and community members who share skills, encouragement, and guidance. While the program centers Native girls, the emphasis is on building a supportive team spirit that lifts everyone. Team members now compete in heats and in the Winyans of Shred “Best Trick” at the Toby Classic — celebrating progress, confidence, and community
The Winyans of Shred logo was created and designed by Mariam Runs After, Oglala Lakota artist and a Winyan of Shred. A BIG WOPILA TANKA "Many THANKS" to Mariam for her amazing and beautiful vision in capturing the Winyans of Shred logo.
Winyans of Shred Caly Poly Ponoma NATIVE Pipleline to College Candidates
Less than 1 percent of Native young adults attend college. Students seeking higher education often struggle to find role models, leave the reservation or connect with a support system that can relate to them.
The Natives Aiming to Inspire Values in education (NATIVE) Pipeline program is working ot change that. The only program of its kind in the CSU system, it introduces students to college while they are still in high school, through a week-long program hosted at Cal Poly Pomona. The primary focus is on three areas: culture, academia and leadership. Oyate Wookiye assists eligible Winyans of Shred candidates with the application process and provides assistance in attending the Native Pipeline summer camp in Pomona, CA.
Cal Poly Pomona NATIVE Pipeline Program cllick: https://www.cpp.edu/class/ethnic-womens-studies/native-pipeline-program/index.shtml
Toby Classic - Winyans of Shred"Best Trick" Event
At the 20th Annual Toby Classic (August 5–6, 2022), the Winyans of Shred made history by hosting the first all-female skate event. Dropping onto the park took courage and heart, and these skaters showed up with strength, skill, and authenticity. Their example ignited excitement across the Rez, inspiring young Winyans to skate with the same confidence, resilience, and joy. A fire has been lit — #ShredLikeAWinyan is more than a hashtag; it’s an invitation to step into your power, grow, and shine on and off the board.
#WinyanSk8LifeJourney
#ShredSisters
WINYANS OF SHRED: gloria, Flower, Shaniya, Miriam, Gabs, Trena, Tobi Jean, Asia, Gabby "G" & Shaynelle
