Newsletter 7/24/2024

Skate Journeys Newsletter: Latest News

Our mission is "To teach and transform lives through inline and roller skating."

Weekly Class Updates

Hi Skaters!

1. Join us for Saturday Classes this weekend!

2. The next Trail Skate Challenge is August 4, 9am on the Burke-Gilman Trail in Seattle. Are you ready to Hit Your Stride?

Apprentice Program this Fall!

Our next Instructor Apprentice program kicks off this October!
Registration opens August 1st, via your Customer Account. We’ll make another announcement when the registration opens. 
 
This program is for adults & kids 12 and up, interested in teaching with Skate Journeys.
Check out our Instructor Apprentice page for more details.

Dates
– Oct 20 & 27
– Nov 2 & 17
– Dec 1 & 8
Make-up date: Dec 15

Times
Sessions are on Sundays (both required):
– 8:45am – 9:30am
– 10am – 10:45am

Fees

– $175 per person

Location
Lynnwood Bowl & Skates


If you wants to be a Camp Counselor at our 2025 Summer Camps or teach at Weekend Classes, sign up for the Apprentice Program so you can become eligible!

Trail Challenge #2 Recap!

Trail Challenge #2 was a success! 
A huge THANK YOU to our Challenge participants, and supporters who came to ride on bikes this past Sunday!

Trail Skate Challenge #3 is Sunday Aug 4th at 9am on the Burke-Gilman Trail in Seattle.
You can skate any of the distance options in this next challenge: 

  • 5k skate         = $25 donation
  • 10k skate       =  $35 donation
  • 1/2 marathon = $50 donation


*We’re adding another challenge to the Fundraiser:
Trail Skate Challenge #4

  • Skate distance: 5k & 10k
  • Date: Aug 11th at 10am
  • Location: Burke-Gilman Trail in Seattle

You’ll be able to register for Challenge 4 soon, stay tuned.

Employee Spotlight

Our newest camp staff member, Theresa Wood is making a major impact already! 

Theresa was recently hired as our Camp Manager, a crucial & demanding role responsible for 40+ campers & our entire camp staff. 
As a Parks & Rec professional & certified Recreational Therapist, Theresa brings years of valuable experience leading youth & athletic programs. That, along with her fantastic personality, makes her the perfect fit for SJ!

Summer Camps

We’re having a BLAST at summer camps! 
All camps at capacity, so join the Waitlist if you’re interested in a chance of participating. 

Thank you for your support! Trish & the SJ Team