Learn from the founder who built Malibu Skate Academy
Welcome to the Academy. Carlos Burgos started Malibu Skate Academy with one goal: proper, safe, and genuinely fun skate lessons for every age. His roots are in the sun-soaked streets of Havana.
Learn from a coach who's ridden it all
Head coach Carlos Burgos brings hands-on skate experience and a certified teaching approach to every session at Malibu Skate Academy.
Carlos Burgos
Founder & Head Coach
I’m a skateboarder first—still competing, still pushing myself—and I’ve spent years coaching everyone from first-timers to seasoned riders.Skateboarding has taken me from Cuba to amazing opportunities, including becoming the first Cuban to compete at Tampa AM, winning the Olympic's Let’s Move Challenge, a virtual Street League Skateboarding contest, and skating with support from Ryan Sheckler, Manny Santiago, and Sandlot Times. After 12+ years of skating, I want to share what I’ve learned with others. I love helping people understand skateboarding in a simple, fun, and encouraging way, whether they’re beginners or experienced skaters. My goal is to help every student build confidence, learn new skills, and fall in love with skating.
What if learning to skate was safe and stoke-filled?
We teach with certified coaching and a safety-first mindset, so every session in Malibu builds real skill with zero guesswork.
Safety first
Full pads, helmets required, and spotter guidance on every single drop-in.
Progress at your pace
No rushing moves you're not ready for. We build skills step by step, session by session.
Small session sizes
More personal attention means quicker wins and a safer ride in Malibu.
Book your intro lesson in Malibu
One free session is all it takes to feel the stoke. Come ride with us, no experience needed, just bring yourself.