The SKATZ© Program is a dynamic progressive teaching system for children and youth with and emphasis on FUNamentals and safety. • For ages 6 and up • 5 level progression which includes leadership training • Flexibility to tailor to students individual progress • Recognizes key principles of child development • Emphasizes fun and learning • Safe Skating comes first! • Park etiquette and flow are included! • Equipment selection and care is primary! • Includes a healthy lifestyle and nutritional education components • Progress is measured with incentives and report cards A beginning level to learn stance and balance on the board. Working on flatground to develop of techniques of proper pushing and basic board manoeuvres. Safety is primary, parts of the skateboard and introduction to park etiquette are presented. Continuing to establish balance and basic skills, students move onto introduction of low level flatbanks and through to quarters. Ongoing reinforcement of safety, park etiquette and care Focus is developing new skills on various transitions, half pipe and the bowl, extending the skate runs and learning stalls. Mastering ollies, introduction of grinds and speed pumping are part of the levels. Equipment maintenance, first aid components and skateboard history are included. Having establish basic skills, students are challenged to transfer these skills and learn new skills in Flatground Fundamentals, Street Slides & Grinds, Fakie, Tricks to Ramps, Nollie & Switch. The SKATZ process provides a broad knowledge in a variety of different skateboarding safety, etiquette, obstacle, and trick components. Combine all that you know, and add your own style and creativity!