To do their special trick, press Up(2), Circle. To do their special grinding trick (go up to grinding pole), press Up(2), Triangle.

It is possible to beat Park and Grind. In some parts of the level, there is a large row of grind poles. Do the skaters grind special on all (or some) of the poles.

In the game, you will notice tokens with a monkey or a wheel. Get all six of these in each track to unlock special tracks and characters (for example, Flapjax the monkey).