Want to learn more skills on your BMX or skateboard? Come along to one of the summer sessions at the new RecWay Skatepark (Sidley Recreation Ground, TN39 4FL) where qualified coaches will be on-hand to help you – whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced rider.
Some equipment (bikes, skateboards and helmets) will be available to use, but please bring your own equipment if you have it. All sessions are £3 per person and must be booked online in advance.
Skateboard only sessions delivered by Tic-Tac Skate School. Between 9am and 11am. UK Skateboarding | Tic-Tac Skate School
- Tuesday 9th August
- Tuesday 16th August
- Tuesday 23rd August
Skateboard and free-style BMX sessions delivered by The Source. Between 2pm and 4pm. Source Park BMX and Skateboard Lessons | Source BMX
- Wednesday 17th August
- Friday 19th August
- Wednesday 24th August
- Friday 26th August
Unsure whether BMX or skateboarding is for you? We’ve summed up some of the top benefits of both sports below, just to convince you how great they are!
BMX benefits
- Boosts weight loss – cycling can burn between 250 and 450 calories per 30 minutes
- Low impact cardio
- Builds muscles – cycling offers a full body workout! Your lower body (glutes, calves, and quads) will be doing a lot of the work, but your abs, back muscles, and arms will also be getting a good workout from manoeuvring your bike.
- Improves balance, posture, and coordination
Skateboarding benefits
- Improves your reflexes and precision skills
- Balance will improve, as will your patience!
- Increases metabolism
Plus, whether you pick BMXing or skateboarding (or both), you’ll be reducing your own carbon footprint and helping do your bit for the planet!