While the beginners course covers a more limited range, the improvers takes a more individual structure and lets participants learn really anything they want, venturing into the limitless world of skateboarding.
BYC Skatepark
Improvers Skateboard Tuition
Take skating to the next level. For ages 5 – 12
The improvers class is for young people that already have some experience on a board or have mastered the beginners, and want some assistance taking their skating to the next level.
A safe and friendly intro for ages 5-12
On our hugely popular beginners course we take eager learners through the first steps of skateboarding and help them become comfortable and confident.
We start at the very beginning with standing and moving, staying safe and correct stance.
What will we learn?
- Anything! Skating quickly becomes a very individual activity with people wanting to focus on different tricks and ramps.
- Coaches will teach tricks that kids want to learn, as well as suggest new tricks based on their ability.
- We’ll also spend time as a group learning things such as:
- Improving our Ollies
- Basic ramp tricks – Rock to fakie, Rock and roll, Axle stalls etc
- How to skate faster and more comfortably
- Using bigger ramps and taking tricks to different obstacles
- How to navigate a busy skatepark, use it safely and be confident skating around others
- Skaters coming up from the beginners course can practice what they learned and work at doing it independently, as well as moving on to things not covered before.
- Staff will give more focussed time to individuals and small groups throughout the session.
- Being in a more free environment skaters can get comfortable being in an open park and learning more about park etiquette.
What we expect
- We don’t ask for much, just for your child to want to give it a go. Also to understand that this is a group lesson and we are all learning at once, and to listen and follow instructions even if they’ve heard it before or know it already!
If you feel your child may be well on the way to what is mentioned above you may want to consider the improvers, if in doubt give us a shout.
Term time Schedule
We’re currently running several courses each term, lasting five or six weeks depending on term length.
Choose from:
Wednesdays 4:15 - 5:15pm
Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30pm
Next Term: Sept / Oct Term
Six weekly one hour lessons - £72
Our next term time lessons will start on the week of the 14th September. They will be available to book on to on this page from 12pm on Tuesday 14th of July. Set a reminder!
These courses are for skaters who have completed a beginners course or have some skating experience. Please make sure your child’s ability level is suitable for the course before booking. Contact us before booking if you’re unsure.
If you’d like to receive an email reminder nearer the time, please submit your details below and we’ll be in touch.
Summer Holiday Intensive Courses
We will also be running some beginners courses during the summer holidays.
Details will follow here soon:
If you’d like to be notified when we’re ready to take bookings please submit your details below and we’ll be in touch
Our schedule, booking, and refund policy
Further Schedule & Booking Details
- Booking Windows: Courses begin after every school half-term break. Spaces typically open for online booking three weeks beforehand, with upcoming start and release dates always posted on this page.
- No Waiting Lists: Places are filled strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. We do not accept early bookings or maintain waiting lists.
- High Demand: Courses sell out quickly. If no spaces are visible online, they are completely sold out. Because each registration must be completed individually, we cannot guarantee you will be able to book for multiple children. We strongly advise against promising lessons to children before a booking is confirmed.
- Priority Booking: Participants from the previous course receive a one-day priority window via email to rebook. Please whitelist
skatepark@brightonyouthcentre.org.ukto ensure you receive this notification. - Pre-Filled Spaces: Due to the priority booking system for existing members, some course spaces will already be taken before they go live to the public.
- Holiday Courses: We occasionally run separate courses during school holidays. These are announced on this page a few weeks in advance.
Refund Policy
- Cancellations (7+ Days Notice): A full refund will be issued if you contact us by phone or email at least 7 days before the course start date.
- Cancellations (Less than 7 Days Notice): If you cancel with less than 7 days’ notice, a 50% refund will be issued to cover potential loss of earnings.
- No Refunds: Requests made on or after the date of the first lesson will not be honored. All approved refunds are processed via bank transfer, and we will request your account details to arrange this.
- Missed Lessons: BYC is not responsible for unattended sessions. We do not issue partial refunds, discounts, or complimentary future lessons for missed classes.
- Booking Mistakes: While we will try to assist you, we accept no responsibility for bookings made on the wrong course date and cannot guarantee that changes can be made.
Data Usage
- Data Processor: Personal information entered into the booking form is securely held by EZ Facility. You can review their privacy standards at
ezfacility.co.uk. - Privacy Guarantee: We never share your personal details with third-party organizations or individuals.
- How We Use Your Data: Your information is strictly used to contact you regarding your booking, as well as for internal, anonymous statistical reporting required to secure our center’s funding.