Cara-Beth Burnside

Pioneer. Champion. Mentor.

"I didn't just break barriers – I proved they never should have existed."

The Journey

In the early 1980s, a young girl walked into a skatepark filled with boys and changed the course of action sports forever.

I'm Cara-Beth Burnside, but most know me as CB. My path wasn't just about landing tricks or winning competitions – it was about proving that passion and determination know no gender boundaries.

When I started skating, there were no female role models, no women's divisions, and certainly no expectation that a girl could go pro. But I didn't see obstacles; I saw opportunities. Every "you can't" became fuel for my "watch me."

Today, after decades of pushing boundaries in both skateboarding and snowboarding, I've transitioned from competing to cultivating the next generation of game-changers. Because breaking barriers isn't just about personal achievement – it's about holding the door open for those who come after.

Defining Moments

1989

First Woman on Thrasher Cover

Made history as the first female skateboarder to grace the cover of skateboarding's most iconic magazine.

1998

Winter Olympics - Nagano

Competed on the first-ever U.S. Olympic Snowboarding Team, finishing 4th in halfpipe.

1999

X Games Double Gold

Became the only person besides Shaun White to win gold medals at both Summer and Winter X Games.

2005

Action Sports Legend Award

Recognized for pioneering women's participation in action sports across multiple disciplines.

2015

Skateboarding Hall of Fame

Inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame, cementing legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats.

2025

CB Coaching Launch

Transitioned from competition to mentorship, dedicated to developing the next generation of pro skaters.

My Coaching Philosophy

Excellence isn't just about perfecting tricks – it's about developing the complete athlete.

Technical Mastery

Every movement has a purpose. I break down complex tricks into achievable progressions, focusing on form, timing, and the physics that make the impossible possible.

Mental Fortitude

The biggest obstacles aren't in the skatepark – they're in your mind. I teach athletes to conquer fear, visualize success, and develop the resilience that separates pros from amateurs.

Strategic Career Building

Talent alone doesn't build careers. I share three decades of industry knowledge, from securing sponsorships to navigating competitions and building a lasting legacy.

Why I Coach

I've won the medals, earned the magazine covers, and proven what's possible. But my greatest achievement isn't what I've done – it's what I can help others do.

Every athlete I work with carries the potential to redefine what's possible in skateboarding. My role isn't to create carbon copies of my success; it's to unlock each skater's unique greatness.

When I see a young skater land their first big trick, overcome their fears, or sign their first sponsorship deal, I'm reminded why this next chapter of my journey is the most important one yet.

"The future of skateboarding isn't just about bigger tricks or higher scores. It's about athletes who understand their power to inspire, innovate, and elevate the entire sport. That's who I'm here to develop."

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Passing the torch to the next generation