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PRIVATE SKATE LESSONS

Taught by LCRSP staff, private one-on-one skateboarding lessons are an hour long. Emphasizing learning and fun, lessons are designed to help guide each individual skater into new tricks while providing personal coaching and instruction. We teach basic skills and tricks, putting together lines within the skate park, while increasing speed and learning and improving upon techniques.Download brochure here.

Cost: $58.00 per lesson. Registration forms can be found here.

GROUP SKATE LESSONS - SUMMER 2009

Skate lessons at LCRSP are designed for skaters of all ages and abilities. The lessons will teach a method for skaters to use so that they may become more relaxed and comfortable on their skateboard. It will consist of a one-hour group lesson, with demonstration and practice time. Skaters will meet at LCRSP once a week for 4 weeks. The instructor will teach and demonstrate tricks and skills that skaters can use to help themselves progress. The lessons and instructions taught may be practiced at the skaters will after the lessons are finished. Lessons and demonstration include learning kick-turns, ollies, pumping, dropping in, ramp and pool skating. Download brochure here.

Cost: $78.00 / 4 weeks. Registration forms can be found here.

SESSION 1

Mondays: June 22, 29, July 6, 13

Wednesdays: June 24, July 1, 8, 15

Fridays: June 26, July 3, 10, 17

SESSION 2

Mondays: July 27, August, 3, 10, 17

Wednesdays: July 29, August 5,12,19

Fridays: July 31, August 7, 14, 21

Saturdays: July 25, August 1, 15, 22

Lessons will be conducted in the
following order:

Mondays/Wednesdays

First Timers: 4:30 p.m.

Beginner 1: 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays

First Timers: 10:00 a.m.

Beginner 1: 11:30 a.m.

Beginner 2: 1:00 p.m.

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SKATE AND BMX CAMP - SUMMER 2009

Summer camps at LCRSP are designed for skateboarders and BMX riders of all ages and abilities. With exclusive access to the park, participants are able to focus on improving their personal abilities in the areas of speed, consistency, and tricks. Camps will consist of a one hour group lesson, with demonstration and practice time, open skating/riding, and lunch. Participants will meet at LCRSP every morning at 10:00 a.m., 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Skaters/riders may enter themselves into one of three categories: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each category will have its own friendly instructor for their specific level. The instructor will teach and demonstrate tricks that skaters/riders can use to help them progress to the next level. The lessons and instructions taught can be practiced at the skater's/rider's own pace and ability, even after the lessons are completed. Download the complete Summer Camp 2009 flyer here.

Cost: $198.00 / per week. Registration forms can be found here.

SKATEBOARDING

Camp #1: June 15 -1 9

Camp #2: June 22 - 26

Camp #3: July 6 - 10

Camp #4: July 20 - 24

Camp #5: July 27 - 31

Camp #6: August 10 - 14

BMX

Camp #1: July 13 - 17

Camp #6: August 3 - 7

First Timers: 10:00 a.m.

Beginner 1: 11:30 a.m.

Beginner 2: 1:00 p.m.

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PRIVATE BMX LESSONS

The private one-on-one lessons are one hour long and taught by LCRSP staff. The lessons emphasize safety, learning, and fun while providing personal coaching and instruction designed to guide each individual BMX rider into new tricks. We teach basic skills and tricks, putting together lines within the skate park, while increasing speed and learning and improving upon techniques. Download brochure here.

Cost: $58.00 per lesson. Registration forms can be found here.

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GROUP BMX LESSONS - SPRING 2009

Group BMX lessons at LCRSP are designed for riders of all ages and abilities. Riders meet at LCRSP once a week for four weeks. The hour-long lessons consist of proper warm up, equipment check, demonstration, and practice time. The instructor will teach and demonstrate skills and tricks riders may use to help themselves progress and become more relaxed and comfortable on their bicycle. Riders may practice what they’ve learned after lessons are completed. Participants should always be aware of the inherent risks of BMX riding and maintain the appropriate level of respect for the sport. Download brochure here.

Cost: $78.00 / 4 weeks. Registration forms can be found here.

SESSION 1

Tuesdays: Apr. 21, 28, May 5, 12

SESSION 2

Thursdays: Apr. 16, 23, 30, May 7

SESSION 3

Sundays: May 31, June 7, 14, 21

Group lesson days will be taught at
the following times:

Tuesdays & Thursdays:

5:30 p.m.

Sundays:

10:30 a.m.

LESSON ABILITY LEVELS

Class lessons are broken down into the following ability level groups:

FIRST TIMERS

Class Description:Group lessons for First Timers serve as an introduction to skateboarding; participants will learn proper style and technique. The instructor will demonstrate techniques for reducing injury as well as how to stand, place feet on the board, push and become mobile.

Goals:The goals of the First Timer Group Lessons include gaining familiarity with the board and skate park, learning to push, making turns, and minor adjustments. All first timers should reach an increased level of comfort in riding. As their comfort level increases, so will the potential for progress. The ultimate goal for all skateboarders is to progress at a level at which he/she feels comfortable.

Skills:The only skills required are the desire to listen, learn and participate. The ability to get along with others is essential and the basic rules of safety, good sportsmanship, and fun always apply.

BEGINNER 1

Class Description:Participants should have minimal experience riding a skateboard before coming into the class. Instruction will emphasize increased familiarity with the board and skate park. The lesson will focus on the fundamentals for continuing progression as skilled skateboarders. Instructors will demonstrate knee sliding and pad usage as well as the techniques necessary to increase skills appropriate for the Beginner 1 level.

Goals:The primary goal for the Beginner 1 classes is the ability to ride a skateboard through areas of the skate park designated for beginners. Instructors will demonstrate riding on transitions and banked surfaces; skaters will attempt these maneuvers as well. Participants will focus on increasing their familiarity with the board and reaction to changes in terrain. This will foster skill progression and build their level of comfort.

Skills:The desire to listen, learn, and participate is required. Those joining the class should already be able to stand on a board while moving, even if slowly, with modest level of comfort.

BEGINNER 2

Class Description:Pre-requisites for the class include one or more experiences at the skate park or other type of skateboard-specific terrain. Participants will explore all areas of the park to increase familiarity and skill. Skaters will learn style and technique necessary to increase their skills to the appropriate levels for Beginner 2. This includes transition riding, pumping, and dropping in.

Goals:The main goals of the Beginner 2 classes are to gain familiarity with all areas of the park and increase the ability to ride comfortably at a moderate speed. Participants will learn how to approach bowls, transitions, and banks at their specific level of comfort. Pumping transitions are crucial in this class.

Skills:As always, the desire to listen, learn, and participate is required. Skaters should already have the ability to ride comfortably on beginner terrain, handle the board on banks and turns, and have the desire to approach the next level of terrain.

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