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Heel-brake hell! Need to get it sorted?

Skate Class

 

  • Is this your problem?
  • Can skate, can't stop?
  • Holding everyone back?
  • Can't get the hang of it?
  • Lost confidence?
  • Hopeless on hills?
  • Everyone laughs?
  • Thinking of chucking it?

Read the book and watch the video( & click the link). Still haven't cracked it? Well here is an another chance to join the HEEL-BRAKE CLINIC where help is at hand for the skater that still needs to master stopping.

 

The HEEL-BRAKE CLINIC is an opportunity to

  • Improve technique
  • Build confidence.
  • Learn to stop on hills.
  • Master difficult surfaces.
  • Experience stopping on the streets.

Always check before travelling in case dates or times have changed or the clinic is weather cancelled.

Dates and start times posted on the lessons page of the TrySkating website.

 

 

Heel-Brake Stance

Here's a photo of the Inline Planet's very own Kathy McSparran demonstrating the classic scissor stance when using the heel-brake.

F.A.Q.

  • Where do we meet? At Bellahouston Leisure Centre car park. (Don't confuse this with the Ski Centre at the other end of the park.) Please come early to fit skates and put on pads.
  • How much? The clinic costs £5 payable on the day. Book in advance to reserve a place. (This is not a drop in session).
  • How long? At least a skating hour.
  • I can't stop at all? That is exactly why you should come.
  • Can I hire skates? Yes you can but you need to order two days before at the latest. 07733 276 902 is the number to call or text. Special clinic hire charge of £3 includes safety pads but not a helmet.
  • What do I need to wear? Safety pads and a helmet are recommended. You skate without them at your own risk. Full emphasis on safety when street skating. Skates with a heel-brake fitted.
  • I'm not coming by car. Is there anywhere to leave my backpack? Yes, you can leave your backpack/shoes/etc, in Don's van while you skate. Don't forget to pick up your possessions before you leave.
  • Travelling by Public Transport? Best come by bus, type Bellahouston into the inquiry box for the bus that suits you best.
  • Any services nearby? The Bellahouston Leisure Centre has a cafe and toilets.
  • What if it is raining? We do not skate in the rain. If it is one of those Scottish weather evenings that looks as if it might/might not rain and you are not sure whether to travel 'phone 07733 276 902 to find out if the Heel-Brake Clinic is on.

Finally

Don't forget skating is a balancing activity. You skate at your own risk. Wear your safety pads and a helmet at all times. You have a duty of care to yourself as well as to others.