Skate skills workshop (Age 17+)
Beyond fundamental skills - see description for weekly focus
Service Description
These sessions are designed to help you progress on your roller skating journey, by introducing new skill and practising and refining skills you already have. 22/09/24 - Transitions and turning around. There are lots of different ways of turning around, and we have different preferences. It's also fun to try turning around at different speeds! As with all our classes, we aim to build confidence through roller skating, so you can take your skates and feel confident in most spaces. 06/10/24 - Crossovers. Crossover technique to get you moving a little bit faster than you are now - forwards and maybe backwards! The intention is to gradually get you to move faster than you are comfortable with using the most effective technique. This workshop is intended for skaters ready to push themselves out of their comfort zone, and embrace the wind on their faces as they go a little bit faster 27/10/24 - Roller Derby skills for non derby players - Hosted by RGG's coaches and marshalls who have a roller derby skating background. This workshop is designed to introduce skills and drills that roller derby players use but in our regular supportive environment To get the most from this session, we suggest you can already: roll forwards and lemon / bubble starting to roll backwards can stop with some control can fall safely starting to turn General things to remember The ability level for this class is very very wide, we will help you identify your next steps for progression. Emphasis in this class is on good technique Growth mindset in our skaters is encouraged - this class is designed to push you out of your comfort zone, however all exercises are optional. Many of these skills will likely take months or years to perform confidently on a range of surfaces and from high speed - this class gives you the opportunity to practise with coaching support. While we would love you to take part in the whole session, our approach is person-centred. That means you do what feels safe for you. For more information about the class location and its accessibility click see this page: https://www.rollergirlgang.co.uk/ourlocations
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Skaters under 18 must be accompanied by a parent / guardian. All skaters must complete or hold a valid waiver. All identities and genders are welcome. We welcome inline skaters. Skateboards, scooters and heelys are not allowed. You authorise Roller Girl Gang to take photographs and video of the session to share on their website and social media. Please speak to a member of the RGG team at the session 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 15 minutes before the published end time in order for us to clear the venue on time. By booking you accept our Respect policy as well as our liability waiver Waiver of Liability - You agree that you undertake all roller skating at your own risk. If you are booking on behalf of other people, you assume this risk on their behalf. You agree not to hold Roller Girl Gang, its staff or volunteers liable for any accident or injury that may occur. Roller Girl Gang are able to offer to reschedule or refund your class when you provide 24 hours or more notice by email only to: skate@rollergirlgang.co.uk Should Roller Girl Gang cancel the event, you will be refunded in full. We are only able to refund the value of the ticket you paid. Any extra costs incurred will not be refunded. Our cancellation and refund policy is in line with standard event and ticket policies as outlined by Citizens Advice. 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 RGG 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.