Seven Layer Army
Indigenous-owned skateboard brand from the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona, founded in 2008.
Last updated September 29, 2026
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Overview
Seven Layer Army is an Indigenous-owned skateboard company based in Laveen, Arizona, just south of Phoenix. It was founded in 2008 within the Gila River Indian Community by a group of friends who grew up skating together. The brand describes itself as more than a skateboard company: it is a community movement rooted in creativity, Native pride, and youth empowerment. Its roots are in the Maricopa Colony (District 7) of the Gila River Indian Community, and it is led by Paul Molina (Maricopa Colony, District 7) and Reuben Ringlero (Komatke, District 6). The company produces skateboards and related merchandise such as stickers, and it organizes skate competitions, demonstrations, and community events across the Gila River Indian Community and beyond. These events include divisions for youth, teens, and adults, and are designed to promote sportsmanship, creativity, and safe skating. Seven Layer Army has partnered with tribal programs, behavioral health initiatives, schools, and community events throughout Arizona to create positive spaces for young people. As a small, community-rooted brand, Seven Layer Army operates primarily in Arizona and the surrounding region. It is not publicly traded and remains independently owned. Its mission centers on bringing people together through skateboarding while creating opportunities for Native youth to express themselves, build confidence, and find community.
History
Seven Layer Army Skateboards was founded in 2008 within the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona. It began as a group of friends in Laveen, Arizona, just south of Phoenix, who shared a love for skateboarding. What started as weekends skating together grew into a brand and community movement rooted in Native pride and creativity. The founders and leaders are Paul Molina (Maricopa Colony, District 7) and Reuben Ringlero (Komatke, District 6). The brand's roots are in the Maricopa Colony (District 7) of the Gila River Indian Community. Over the years, Seven Layer Army has partnered with tribal programs, behavioral health initiatives, schools, and community events throughout Arizona to create safe, positive spaces for young people. The company organizes skate competitions, demonstrations, and community events across the Gila River Indian Community and beyond, with divisions for youth, teens, and adults. These events promote sportsmanship, creativity, and safe skating. The brand continues to operate as an independent, Indigenous-owned skateboard company.
- 2019
Featured at the Gila River Indian Community - Akimel O'odham - PeePosh Tribe event.
- 2008
Founded within the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona.
Products and positioning
Community-driven Indigenous skateboard brand focused on Native youth empowerment and cultural pride.
Skateboards
The brand's core product, used for skating and community events.
Stickers
Merchandise available through the brand's shop.
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