By blessskateshop on Skatehive
"Bless Skateshop has been located in the Santana neighborhood since 2012, always committed to valuing and promoting the local skate culture. We have a deep connection with our skate community, especially with Margarida de Menezes Square, which has been the hub of skateboarding in Santana since the mid-80s, an era marked by the iconic skate program 'Grito da Rua.' This square has been a meeting point for skaters and local residents for over 40 years, a place where friendships were forged, skills were developed, and countless stories were created on four wheels. It's a location that nurtured a generation of skateboarders who learned from the more experienced, overcame falls, and celebrated various achievements. Our 'Possibilities' project emerged as an initiative to preserve this legacy. Although it didn't receive massive support from major skate companies, Bless Skateshop joined forces with our athlete and longtime friend Will DIAS, A.K.A Jorge Levi, who helped us establish a collaborat