About this Event
Drills for Skills: Transitions and Skating Backward
You asked and we are here to deliver! The dynamic duo is back with another skate workshop to get you rollin!
Join Alex (@chocolatecityskate on Instagram) and Silas (@Silas.on.Wheels on Instagram) for the first installment of our “Drills for Skills” workshop series.
Workshop 2: Transitions and Skating Backwards - 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
You’ve learned how to skate forwards and now you’re ready for the next challenge...skating backwards! Have you wanted to learn how to skate backwards but aren’t sure where to start? Have you tried teaching yourself but need some help? Then this workshop is for you!
In this 1 hour workshop you will learn how to transition from moving forwards into a backwards skate. By the end of the class you’ll learn:
- Fundamentals of body alignment and wheel placement to transition backward
- How to transition from skating forward to backwards while moving
- Specific drills to start your journey to skating backwards
- Different methods of transitioning
Space is limited! No more than 12 people per class.
Level: This workshop is good beginners with solid skate fundamentals. You must be able to skate forward without assistance.
Prerequisites
- This is an adult skating class suitable for ages 18 and up
- You must have your own skates
- You should be able to skate forward
- Be able to stand without assistance
- A willingness to learn, laugh and have fun!
Space is limited! No more than 12 people per class. This is to ensure that you have personalized time with the instructors to ensure that they help you to reach your skate goals.
When: August 21st from 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM C
Class will start ON TIME. Please arrive 15 min early to lace up and warm up. We want to respect everyone’s time.
Location: Anacostia Skate Pavilion - 1500 Anacostia Drive | Washington, D.C., 20020
Parking: There is plenty of FREE parking!
Investment: $38
Refund policy
Payment is due at registration . Unfortunately, there are no refunds. Please make sure you can attend class before signing up. You can give your spot to someone else but please email [email protected] with the Subject Line - Giving away my skate spot
Everyone should be laced up and ready to go by 11am. We will start on time! If people are late, jump in but you’ll have to catch up. We want to be respectful of everyone's time.
About the instructors
Alex Appah is an experienced skater with a deep love for the skate community. She enjoys bringing new people into the amazing skate community and teaching people the joy of skating. Alex has a background in dance (ballet, salsa), a performer in the circus arts (cyr wheel, aerial silks) and has performed in several sold out shows over the years. You can catch Alex skating the trails in Rock Creek park or in Anacostia with light up wheels. Alex loves traveling and brings her skates everywhere. She was featured on the August 2022 cover of District Fray Magazine. Her goal is to spread joy wherever she goes.
You can check her out on Instagram and TikTok @chocolatecityskate @chocolatecityskatestheworld
M. Antonio Silas, Ph.D. (known in the skate community as just “Silas”) initially began skating as a youngster, participating in his local speed skating and roller hockey teams. Right around high school, he put skating down to focus on other interests. Later in life, after relocating to Maryland, he discovered the local skate scene during a Thursday night session at Laurel Roller Skating Center. After that, it was a wrap; he started getting more entrenched in the skating community and eventually began teaching skating lessons. By leveraging his educational background, he is able to break down complex skating principles in a clear and concise way. As a lifelong learner, Silas’ biggest goal is to get his students to recognize their own ability and potential. Outside of skating, his interests include photography, video games, and naps.
You can see him in action over on Instagram: @silas.on.wheels
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Anacostia Park Roller Skating Pavillion, 1500 Anacostia Drive, Washington, United States
USD 38.00