Our Team - SK8 GYM

Founder

Marko Kosta

Marko grew up skating the streets of NYC in the 90’s. He picked up skating at age 14 and quickly fell in love with the exhilarating feeling of riding a skateboard. He competed between the ages of 18-22. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Pace University, and worked as a marketing executive for many years, prior to founding SK8 GYM.

He has lived in the San Francisco Bay Area for 20 years, where he raised his two sons and volunteered with various youth community programs for 10+ years. During that time, he has instructed kids age 5+ how to safely ride a skateboard among other activities.

Marko is available for private lessons and classes in San Francisco, Marin, and Moraga/ Lafayette. Kids, Teens and Adults

Co-Founder

Noemi Garza

Noemi lives in Los Angeles with the love of her life and her two beautiful children. Aside from her passion for skateboarding, she also serves her community by mentoring at-risk youth. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from Mount Saint Mary’s. She worked in corporate management for over 10 years at Lockheed Martin, prior to co-founding SK8 GYM. In her spare time, Noemi enjoys fostering rescue dogs.

Instructors

Travis Borrman

Travis grew up skating the streets of Novato in Marin County. He started skating at 6 years old with the help of his older brother. He has given many skate lessons to both adults and kids. He loves watching his students learn new tricks and getting them on video. When he’s not skating, he loves surfing, drawing and traveling. Travis is also working as a dental assistant and attends school at College of Marin.

Travis is available for private lessons and classes in Marin County.

Dylan Beach

Dylan picked up skateboarding as an alternative to the subway while living in NYC. Found himself practicing kickflips in between classes while getting a masters in education from NYU. Dylan has also skated the streets of Havana, Bogota, and Mexico City. Currently living in SF as an educator and skate instructor.

Dylan is available for private lessons and classes in San Francisco.

Max Thomas

Max has been skating for over 13 years. He grew up skating the streets of Novato, CA and still resides there today. He enjoys going on street skating missions with his good friends. He also enjoys helping kids advance their skate skills. Max is interested in traveling and hopes to visit as many counties as possible.

Max is available for private lessons and classes in Marin County.