– Suitable for ages 5 to 7 –
Time: Every Tuesday from 1520 Hrs to 1630 Hrs (starting 17 April)
Duration: 1 hr +
Location: UWC (Dover)
Brief Description & Conduct of Course
Roller blading is a fun and enjoyable way to keep children active and introduce them to the great outdoors!
Our Junior Roller Blading Class will introduce preschoolers to basic roller blading in a safe, supervised environment. The 9-week long session will equip them with a variety of different skills such as, balance, safety, moving forward, directional change, and stopping – through a series of fun activities and games.
This sport will focus on developing a child’s confidence, social skills and ability to take instructions as well as strengthen their gross motor skills and coordination.
Objectives or what they can learn after attending this course
- Balance confidently on skates
- Importance of safety and protective gear
- Be a safe and considerate rollerblader
- Move forward on rollerblades independently
- Turning, stopping and changing directions
Lesson Plan
Week 1: Introduction
- Wear blades and protective gear correctly
- Safety briefing
- How to break a fall
- Stand and balance when stationary
Week 2: Balancing
- Balancing confidently when stationary
- Maintaining a good posture
- Keeping balance while moving forward
Week 3: Moving Forward + Stopping
- Balancing confidently while moving forward
- Gaining speed and distance
- Stopping
Week 4: Moving Forward + Stopping
- Balancing confidently while moving forward
- Gaining speed and distance
- Stopping
Week 5: Moving Forward With Speed + Stopping
- Balancing confidently while moving forward with speed
- Gaining speed and distance
- Stopping
Week 6: Moving Forward With Speed + Stopping
- Balancing confidently while moving forward with speed
- Gaining speed and distance
- Stopping
Week 7: Turns/Direction Change
- Making a directional turn
- Making a U-turn
- Making a S-shape
Week 8: Turns/Direction Change
- Making a directional turn
- Making a U-turn
- Making a S-shape
Week 9: Putting it all together now!
- obstacle courses
- fun challenges
- lots of games
Program Schedule
3.10pm – 3.25pm – Attendance + Warm up games
Water break
3.25pm – 3.50pm – New skill learning with coach guidance
Water break
3.50pm – 4.00pm – Playing a game with newly learnt skill
Water break
4.00pm – 4.10pm – Skill self practice through an obstacle course
Water break
4.10pm – 4.20pm – Review/Sticker Chart + Goodbye
Special Notes
- Minimum pax: 5
- Attire: Light comfortable clothing
- Things to bring:
- water bottle
- socks
- rollerblades
- helmet
- protective gear
Cost of Program
9 weeks for $450 / child (once per week)
All participants are required to have a pair of roller-blades, protective gear, helmet and skate bag. You can bring your own or opt to buy either of the below, just give your child’s height, weight and feet size.
Options for purchasing:
1. From Decathalon: cost of rollerblades, protective gear, helmet & skate bag: $140
2. From Inlinex: cost of rollerblades, protective gear, helmet & skate bag: $260
FAQ
- What is the Coach to Student ratio?
We try our best to keep our ratios low at 5 students to 1 coach max, so your kids will have full attention and guidance.
- What happens if it rains?
We can still continue sessions in an indoor location within the school premises
- What if I don’t own a pair of rollerblades or protective gear?
Don’t worry, you can purchase a set through us. See option B, our all-inclusive package includes a full skate set (rollerblades, protective gear, helmet, bag) as well as lessons.
- Can I use my own rollerblades and protective gear?
Yes, of course you may use your own.
- Can we rent rollerblades from you?
Sorry, unfortunately we will not be doing rentals for kids as we want them to each own a pair and take ownership for their own equipment.
To sign up, please complete the contact form on the right.