We’ve just published our June timetable of events, including new regular nights for you. We will be publishing an updated timetable for you each month from now on, so you know what’s happening. Launch of new monthly events at Copelands We are adding to our monthly schedule at Copelands, adding to established sessions, like Blades […]
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Following the success of our skate Dads morning session on a Wednesday, we’ve decided to do one for the Mums. In collaboration with the London Skate Mums we are going to be doing an open skate session at Copelands every third Weds. The sessions runs 9am – 11am. You can book the open session on […]
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We’ve put in some special beginner classes at 2pm and 3pm on the 14th of Feb for you; bring a ‘friend’ for free. This could be hubby, or someone who you’d like to get to know better. Offer to support your partner as you learn to carve the slalom course – often pushing and carving […]
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This cheatsheet is for running beginner group classes with students of a similar level with reference to our lesson plan. For coaches; these are the instructions you will say the most to students during a beginner class, in order of frequency and importance from 1 – 9, and reasoning behind them. For students, these are […]
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Two Weeks of Half-term Autumn Skate Camp! Over the past two weeks, we wrapped up another incredible Skate Camp and honestly, this one felt special. From the very first morning warm-ups to the last game of dodgeball, the group brought energy, creativity, and a whole lot of progression to the park. Skateboarding Progression + Big […]
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GXRLS NIGHT IS HERE! THURSDAY 27TH of NOVEMBER 18:00 – 21:00! A night for non-traditional skateboarders. Learn tricks, tips, and build confidence with experienced skaters, connect with the community, or just skate around in a supportive and welcoming space. All skill levels welcome! This session is for non-traditional skateboarders – including women, gender-diverse skaters, and […]
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Hey, so many of you may wonder when you can do what at our lessons and sessions at Copeland Park and so we wanted to simplify it for you, so we created a graphic to help you find your way. The long and short of it is: I know nothing.. Join our free intro class. […]
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UPDATE: Please see our skateboard fitting & adjustment service. A customer recently enquired about a skateboard purchase, and they asked a number of questions and if they could make an appointment to be fitted for their skateboard. We have had our skateboard buying guide on the website for some time, but nothing beats going to […]
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Carving your skateboard is the most important skill after pushing it. You can build your balance for carving at home, on the carpet. Stand on your board in your riding stance. Toes and heels over the wheels (nice rhyme right?). Lean on the toe edge and hold it, try and exert as much pressure as […]
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To build confidence pushing, you can spend 5 minutes each day at home doing this leading foot drill on your skateboard. Working on carpet, place your front foot (you already know your stance) on the board over the bolts in push position (refer to Standing on your board). Now lift the back foot off the […]
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