Beginners U14
- Day
- Saturdays
- Time
- 9–10am
- Where
- Prevail Skatehouse
£10
plus park entry
Get your kid rolling.
- Skateboard GB qualified
- DBS checked
- Fully insured
- NSPCC certified
- In-house coach at Prevail Skatehouse
Lessons & prices
Pick a session.
Push off this weekend.
Weekly group lessons at indoor Dorset parks. All gear supplied. Park entry paid at the door.
Intermediate U16
- Day
- Saturdays
- Time
- 10–11am
- Where
- Prevail Skatehouse
£10
plus park entry
Beginners U16
- Day
- Sundays
- Time
- 10–11am
- Where
- Prevail Skatehouse
£10
plus park entry
Intermediate U16
- Day
- Sundays
- Time
- 11am–12pm
- Where
- Prevail Skatehouse
£10
plus park entry
Adult lessons
- Day
- Mondays
- Time
- 6:30–7:30pm
- Where
- Prevail Skatehouse
£10
plus park entry
Adult lessons
- Day
- Thursdays
- Time
- 6–8pm
- Where
- Prevail Juniors
£10
plus park entry
Ladies lessons
- Day
- Mondays (fortnightly)
- Time
- 6–8pm
- Where
- Prevail Juniors
£10
plus park entry
1:1 / 1:2 lessons
- Day
- Weekdays & weekends
- Time
- By arrangement
- Where
- Multiple
£20
plus park entry
Prices are per lesson. Park entry is paid separately at the door.
Meet the coaches
Rich.
Head Coach & Founder.
Rich is the founder and head coach at Happy Skateboarder. Skateboard GB qualified, DBS checked, NSPCC certified and fully insured - and the in-house coach at Prevail Skatehouse, Prevail Junior and Ramp Rats. He's taught everyone from total first-timers to advanced skaters, SEN students, school groups and council youth programmes. Zero pressure, all stoke.
- Skateboard GB Qualified
- DBS Checked
- Fully Insured
- NSPCC Certified
- @happyskateboarderskateschool
Coaching team
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Pye
Coach
Pye works alongside Rich across the weekly group sessions - patient with beginners, sharp in the bowl, and great fun on the ramps. [CONFIRM WITH RICH - short bio.]
@pyepyepyepye -
Mike
Coach
Mike brings the energy. Found on every ramp, in every bowl, and at every session. [CONFIRM WITH RICH - short bio.]
@captainhookskates -
Lucy
Coach
Lucy helps lead sessions across the school - calm, encouraging coaching and big air when she's not. [CONFIRM WITH RICH - short bio.]
@lucys.off
What we offer
All gear.
All abilities.
All welcome.
Boards, helmets and pads supplied at every session - at no extra cost. Just bring the stoke.
Group lessons
Small groups, big stoke. Kids, teens, adults and ladies-only sessions every week at indoor parks across Dorset. Boards and pads supplied - just turn up.
1:1 coaching
Private lessons for kids or adults who want focused attention. Great for nervous starters, fast progressers, or anyone working on a specific trick. By arrangement, weekdays and weekends.
SEN sessions
All abilities and disabilities welcome. Rich has years of experience coaching SEN students at their own pace, with calm, clear instruction and no pressure. Get in touch for a chat.
Schools & youth groups
We run sessions for schools, council youth programmes, and community groups across Dorset. Bring a class, a club, a party - we'll handle the rest.
Where we skate
Indoor parks.
All year round.
Weekly lessons run at indoor parks in Poole - so weather is never a problem and your kid never misses a session.
Prevail Skatehouse · Poole
- Indoor
Prevail Skatehouse
Poole
Main indoor park - most kids' lessons happen here.
- Indoor
Prevail Junior
Poole
Smaller indoor park for adult & ladies sessions.
- Indoor
Ramp Rats
[CONFIRM WITH RICH]
Indoor park - additional sessions and private lessons.
Gallery
Real lessons.
Real kids.
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What should my kid wear?
Comfy clothes they can move in, and trainers with flat soles - skate shoes are ideal but any flat trainer works. No sandals, crocs, or chunky boots. Long socks help if knee pads are involved. Hair tied back if it's long.
Is protective gear provided?
Yes - helmets, knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are available at every lesson at no extra cost. We strongly recommend kids wear the full set, especially when they're starting out. You're welcome to bring your own gear if you'd prefer.
What if they've never skated before?
Perfect - that's exactly who beginners sessions are for. We start with how to stand on the board safely, how to push, how to stop, and how to fall well. No prior experience needed. Most kids are pushing around confidently by the end of their first lesson.
What age can they start?
We take skaters from age 5 across every session - group lessons, 1:1s, ladies and adults. There's no upper limit either.
Do you cater for SEN students?
Absolutely. Rich has years of experience coaching SEN students one-to-one and in small groups, and works regularly with schools and council youth programmes. Get in touch and we'll find the right session - or arrange a private lesson tailored to your child.
How do payments and missed lessons work?
Payments are generally taken on the day at the park. If your skater can't make a class for any reason, please WhatsApp or Instagram message us so we can free up the space for another skater.
Do you do birthday parties?
Yes - 1-hour fun sessions for groups of 8 to 16 kids at £10 per child. Held at a park you choose, with a coach and all equipment provided. Skatepark packages are also available with food and park time included - get in touch to enquire.
How do I book?
All lessons are booked online via Bookwhen. Click any 'Book' button on this site or go straight to bookwhen.com/happyskateboarder. Prefer to chat? WhatsApp Rich on 07974 202776.
Parent reviews
Stoke delivered.
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Rich was incredible with my son. He'd never been on a skateboard before - I couldn't believe the progress in just half an hour. He can't wait for his next session.
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A brilliant teacher - intuitive to each student and adapts his lessons as needed. My 9-year-old daughter can't wait for her next lesson.
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Would highly recommend. My daughter loved it. It's not easy skateboarding but she did really well - already looking forward to next week.
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My just-turned-9-year-old has gained so much confidence and learnt so much. Rich has taught him to believe in himself - the weekly improvements are huge.
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