Policies & Procedures
THE FINE PRINT, KEPT SIMPLE
Everything you need to know to keep things safe, fun, and fair for every skater and family.
1. Introduction
- Welcome to Luke's Skate Lessons! Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, and structured learning environment where students of all ages and skill levels can develop their skateboarding abilities.
- This manual outlines the policies and procedures to ensure a smooth experience for students, parents, and instructors.
2. Code of Conduct
- Respect instructors, fellow students, and skatepark visitors.
- Follow all safety instructions on park signs and listen to instructors.
- No bullying, roughhousing, or inappropriate language.
- Take care of equipment and skatepark facilities.
3. Safety Rules
- Follow all skatepark rules posted on signs.
- Helmets are mandatory for all students.
- Knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards are highly recommended.
- No skating outside designated lesson areas.
- Always be aware of surroundings and other skaters.
4. Attendance & Scheduling
- Students should arrive 10 minutes early to prepare.
- Late arrivals may not receive extra time.
- Missed lessons must be rescheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- No-shows will not receive refunds or rescheduling options.
5. Payment & Refund Policy
- Payment is due before the first lesson.
- Refunds are only issued if a cancellation is made 48 hours before the first session.
- No refunds for no-shows unless due to a medical emergency.
6. Equipment Requirements
- All students must bring their own skateboard.
- Loaner skateboards are available upon request.
- Proper footwear (skate shoes or sneakers) is required. No sandals.
- Helmets are mandatory.
- Wrist, elbow, and knee guards are highly recommended.
7. Lesson Structure
- Warm-up and stretching (5-10 minutes).
- Skill drills and progression exercises.
- Supervised practice with instructor feedback.
- Cool-down and review.
8. Supervision & Bathroom Breaks
- Scheduled bathroom breaks where all instructors and students go to the bathroom halfway through camp and group lessons.
- Instructors supervise students at all times.
- Students must inform an instructor if they need a bathroom break.
- Students needing a bathroom break outside the scheduled break must be accompanied by an instructor and another student.
9. Injury & Emergency Procedures
- Instructors are trained in basic first aid.
- Minor injuries will be treated on-site with a first aid kit.
- Parents will be notified immediately in case of injury.
- 911 will be called for any serious injuries.
10. Weather & Cancellations
- Lessons will be canceled for heavy rain, lightning, or extreme heat.
- Light rain or wet surfaces may result in modified lessons.
- Cancellations will be communicated via text or email.
- Lessons cancelled due to weather may be rescheduled or refunded.
11. Communication Policy
- All updates and schedule changes will be sent via email and text.
- Parents can contact instructors via phone or email for any concerns.
12. Parental Involvement
- Parents are welcome to watch but should not interfere with lessons.
- Parents must be available by phone during lessons.
- For young students, parents may assist with restroom breaks if needed.
13. Disciplinary Actions
- First offense: verbal warning.
- Second offense: parent notification.
- Third offense: possible suspension from lessons.
14. Waivers & Liability
- All students must have a signed waiver before participating.
- Luke's Skate Lessons is not responsible for personal belongings.
- Parents acknowledge that skateboarding carries inherent risks.
- By enrolling in Luke's Skate Lessons, you agree to follow these policies. Let's skate safely and have fun!
Questions about a policy?
Reach out anytime. We'd rather you ask than guess. We're easygoing and happy to talk it through.
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