A disused Sainsbury's supermarket has been turned into an indoor skatepark.<br /><br />The community-centre project has seen the space transformed to help "unlock long-term regeneration opportunities".<br /><br />The venue is open to skaters, BMXers, scooter riders and roller bladers.<br /><br />The Pitt Street skatepark in Portsmouth, Hants., is located in the city centre and was formerly a large branch of Sainsbury's.<br /><br />Located on Commercial Street, the skatepark will be open to all ages and encourages locals to pick up a new skill.<br /><br />Founder and skater at Pitt Street Jacob Skinner was inspired to support the project after skateboarding helped him as a youngster.<br /><br />Jacob said: "As a child, skateboarding was my outlet and I want to give others the opportunity to use it in a positive way. <br /><br />"We are really passionate about changing the view of skateboarding in the community, it’s also so important to remember that you are never too old to skate. <br /><br />"We want to bring the community together through this venue and encourage people of all ages to get involved.”<br /><br />In an effort to be inclusive for the whole community, sessions such as the "silver surfers" and "teeny boppers" will allow those of all ages to get stuck in.<br /><br />Local councillor Steve Pitt said: “It’s fantastic to see this empty building transformed for the community. <br /><br />"Pitt Street Skatepark gives a real opportunity for people to come together and explore a new passion. <br /><br />"Congratulation to the team behind it, it’s a big achievement. <br /><br />"We know this area has huge potential to help transform the city centre and using empty spaces like this is a great way to start to unlock new community facilities and business opportunities while we develop long-term regeneration plans.”
