FAQ

General FAQ

What if I get sick or miss the class?

If you registered for a Beginner 1 Class, Apprentice Instructor Program, Summer Camp or any other special events in which you will need to register, then reach out to us. Contact Us.

If you are registered for a B1 class let us know as soon as you know and we can reschedule your class, or you can go into your email confirmation and reschedule the class yourself through the link provided. 

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You need to reach out to us via email or phone/text to let us know. If you give us advance notice (10 min prior) we will place that class on account for you and you can use the next week or in the next month. If not, we will charge you $10 for the admin work in rescheduling. Just email Trish Alexandar » and let us know the name of the student.

Is there any guidance on how to buy skates?

Check out our page on choosing skates and gear. Click here

We have prepared a video at Shop-Task that guides you on how to select your next pair of skates. Click here for video. 

Where are the classes?

Classes are held at Lynnwood Bowl & Skate. 6210 200th St. SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Go to locations for more info. 

We are also planning to offer Eastside classes but have been unable to find a location that would allow us to offer regular classes. The private gyms we were renting have gone in a different direction. The community centers don’t allow us to rent.  regularly so they are not an option. We continue to offer our summer camps on the Eastside.

Is water available at the venue?

There is no water fountain at the venue, and we encourage you to bring your own water bottle to the class. We are working on getting one but plan on being self-sufficient for right now.

Summer Skate Camp FAQ

When are summer camps?

Four weeks of summer camps are held throughout July & August.  Camps run Monday – Friday, from 9am – 4pm.

Aftercare is available at an additional fee until 5:30pm.Early drop off is available, free of charge, from 8:15am – 9am. 

*Check the Skate Camps page for current details. 

Who is summer camp for?

Our camps are for children! They are great for new skaters and longtime skaters. We have at least a dozen training and certified camp counselors for each camp session.

We allow kids 6-12 years old to take our camps. No exceptions!

How many campers attend camp?

The number of campers we can accept depends on the number of camp counselors we have. We typically have 140 – 150 camp slots available, between 4 camps, with 28 – 40 campers in each camp.

When can I register for camp?

We open camp registrations as early as February.  Watch our Newsletter for announcements about Registration.

*Subscribe to our community Newsletter to stay up to date on all camp announcements. (link/button)

What do I bring to camp?
  • Skates
  • Helmet (bicycle helmet is fine)
  • Protective gear: wrist, elbow, and knee pads
  • Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather
  • Water bottle
  • Socks that go well above the ankle (not cotton)
  • Lunch (we provide snacks)
  • Camp shirt – we provide a T-shirt for your campers to wear on Monday, these camp shirts are crucial to camp safety. Our staff need the best visual of your children in this public park, so please support us by bringing your child to camp with their camp shirt every day! 
  • Recommended: apply sunscreen prior to leaving your home
Where are summer camps held?

In the past we’ve held camps indoors at Eastside Christian.
Check the Skate camp page for current camp locations.

My child has little to no skate experience, will they have fun at camp?

Absolutely! All of our camper’s range in experience, from brand new skaters to advanced-level skills. We find that children learn best from other children, so we welcome new skaters!

What happens at camp?

Not just skating! Campers participate in skate lessons the first half of the day, then the rest of the day is filled with arts & crafts, games, and one hour of optional skating. There’s plenty of time for socializing and creating fun summer memories with new and old friends!

Can my child attend more than one camp?

We limit registration to ONE camp per child, to allow opportunities for as many campers as possible. If more camp spots become available, there may be an opportunity for your child to participate in more than one camp. We will make an announcement if campers are allowed to register for multiple camps. 

My child doesn't have skates, can they still participate in camp?

Yes! We have inline skates, protective gear, and helmets available for rent – all which are required for camp. Equipment can be rented at any time, even during camp. * Check out our Equipment page for equipment rental prices *Check out our page on Choosing Skates & Safety Gear