Best Way to Learn
Having the instructor's full attention for the duration of the lesson. The lesson is tailored to suit the skater's own ability level and progresses at a comfortable pace keeping in mind the anxieties and concerns the new skater anticipates. Try a single lesson, see how you get on.
A single lesson lasts a skating hour, please allow extra time for fitting skates & pads.
Cost
| Number of Skaters | 1 Skater | 2 Skaters | 3 Skaters |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hour Lesson | £19 | £32 | £39 |
| Optional Extras | |||
| Add Skate/Pad Hire | £5 | £8 | £9 |
| Add an extra skating ½ hour | £5 | £8 | £9 |
| Add Indoor Hall (when available) | £10 | £16 | £18 |
Bring your own helmet or buy a skate helmet on the day. Note safety pads + helmet must be worn during lessons.
Where
Outdoor lessons mainly held at Bellahouston Park, Glasgow Green and Silverknowes, Edinburgh. If you would like private lessons held nearer your home the following rates are a guide of travelling costs to add to the lesson. Ayrshire coast, Stirling, Falkirk, £8. Edinburgh & Perth £12. No charge for Edinburgh on Saturdays.
When
A private lesson can be taken any time morning, noon or night (within reason) seven days a week, all year round by arrangement. Outdoor lessons are subject to weather conditions. We don't skate in rain or high winds.
Instructor
Don Morton is your certified inline-skate instructor. Don has been helping skaters learn the best method of skating safely since 2004. Over the years many skaters, from all walks of life, have taken lessons. It's the best way to start if you're worried about falling, stopping or simply want advice about which skate to buy. Get that wrong and you're off to a bad start. Age limit, 8 years to 80 years, you're never too old to learn, it just takes a wee bit longer and more practise. If this is your first time on skates here's Don's Ten Tips to help you get you started.
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