Level 2: Roller Skate Fundamentals (17+)

Pre-requisite skills for this class:

• You can skate forwards confidently.

• You are starting to control your speed.

• You can fall safely.

If you can do all these things, you are ready for our Level 2 classes!

You may want to join our Level 2 classes if you are feeling confident that you can learn these things very quickly and have experience of inline or ice skating. We recommend at least one Level 1 class before joining our Level 2.

You are welcome to join our Level 2 class for a slower pace of explanation .

What will we learn in these sessions?

• How to stop safely

• How to skate backwards

• How to turn around

• Continuing to improve our balance

• Some skate tricks!

Please note that we will not cover all skills every week - the above skills will be covered each month. We expect it to take several months for these skills to become part of your muscle memory.

General notes about the class:

Numbers are limited to ensure we can keep an optimum student to Skate Coach ratio.

Skate hire (including protective pads) available - please ensure you purchase Entry + Skate hire ticket for each person requiring skates.

Please note:  The coaching in this class will end up to 10 minutes before the session end to allow for the removal of skates and protection within the session time.

Remember: Roller skate skills can take months to develop, depending on the skill you want to learn. We are not able to include all skills every week - skaters attend these sessions until they feel confident to progress to our skills workshops.  If you're not sure, please speak to a member of the coach team at class.

What size hire skates do I need?

Skate hire available for a small additional fee. We recommend you ask for your regular shoe size.  If you try skates on and they're not right for you, we are happy to swap them. Our skate hire is available in full sizes only, from UK 3 - UK 15. You no longer need to book a specific ticket to tell us what size you require.

I have a Skate Pass, do I still need to book?

Yes, please still book your spot for this class and have your digital Skate Pass ready to show at check-in.  Please remember that if you are not able to make it, our cancellation policy does still apply.

Can I bring my own refreshments?

Yes of course.  We want to keep this skate space alcohol free, so ask you do not bring alcohol to consume on the premises, including the car park. If you bring your own water bottle, we are able to refill this for you for free.  We also have a small selection of soft drinks for sale.  Should you spill your drink, please let a marshall know straight away.  Please make sure you are not eating and drinking while you skate, that includes chewing gum.

I wear inline skates, can I come?

Yup. We welcome all wheely-booted folks.

I don't identify as a girl, can I come?

Absolutely!  The Skate Sanctuary was founded and is run by women, with the support of our fantastic volunteer team, to provide better access to roller skating for all genders and identities, especially marginalised folks.

Can I collect my shop order?

You absolutely can, providing you have made the order with sufficient time for the team to plan this.  You can contact the shop directly on +44 7479 430404 .

Ticket Terms and Conditions:

All skaters must have a completed waiver, which is valid for one year from the date it is filled in.

Under 18s  must be accompanied by a guardian or responsible adult

All identities and genders are welcome.

We welcome inline skaters.  Skateboards, scooters and heelys are not allowed.

You authorise The Skate Sanctuary to take photographs and video of the session to share on their website and social media. Please speak to the studio team if you do not wish your image to be included.

Published event times reflect venue availability time - you may be asked to remove your skates up to 10 minutes before the published end time in order for us to clear the venue on time.

 We are happy to refund/reschedule tickets if you tell us by email more than 24 hours in advance of the session.  Please email skate@theskatesanctuary.co.uk We are not able to accept cancellations via social media DMs.

By booking you accept our cancellation, COVID and  respect policies as well as our liability waiver

You undertake all activity at your own risk. The Skate Sanctuary cannot be held responsible for any accident or injury.

Wellness Policy:

By booking a ticket, we will assume you are well and there are no reasons you should not be roller skating.

It is impossible to provide an exhaustive list of conditions which would prevent you from skating.  If you are in any doubt regarding your fitness to skate, please consult a medical professional before booking a ticket.

If you feel you have a reason, medical or otherwise that your skating ability may be impaired, you must inform a member of The Skate Sanctuary team at the start of the session

If after talking with a member of the team you decide not to skate, no refund will be given unless the required 24 hr notice period has been met.

For more information about the class location and its accessibility click see this page: https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/ourlocations