SKIP is super excited about this project to run a new skate park which has just been built in a school by a fantastic partner organisation who will be handing over the long term running of the park to us. We will provide skateboarding lessons to children in mornings and afternoons, during their sports classes. In addition to learning about skateboarding, the children will also be responsible for keeping the skatepark area clear from trash, and watering and caring for the plants which surround it.
This project provides an opportunity for students to participate regularly and safely in the physical activity of skateboarding and to learn important social and interpersonal skills, contributing to psychological well-being, physical capacity, and the ability to cope with stress. Through this program we aim to foster physical exercise, self expression and develop positive socio-interactions.
The Position
The Skatepark Volunteer will conduct skateboarding classes several times per week at the skatepark, for children aged 6-18 years old.
We have a teaching curriculum which is currently being developed and will set out the structure for the classes. This role will be to actively engage the children in learning activities, as well as monitoring some free skating time where appropriate, for children to develop their own skills.
This position is part-time, so there will be the opportunity to be involved in the other programmes we run - see our website for more information
