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3 Tips to Get Out of Your Skating Comfort Zone
Are you finding it tough to commit to tricks? Or maybe you’re struggling to even bring yourself to try new tricks altogether? You might be stuck in a rut, or what’s otherwise known as a ‘comfort zone’. What exactly is a ‘Comfort Zone’? When we are inside the comfort zone, we avoid taking on new… Read more
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Fear attracts fear – How we can help overcome it in skating
Did you know that fearful thoughts actually attract more fear? Fear can feel MASSIVE, but it can be overcome, controlled and can even be used a power for success. As skaters, we know our hobby may seem scary to the average person and yet we still do it. Why? Because we have a perspective to… Read more
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UNSOLICITED SKATE ADVICE; And Ways You Can Respond
Ever received unwanted skate advice at the park or online? Here’s how you can respond! Read more
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LEARN TO OLLIE WITH US!
We are stoked to announce that we will be kicking off the Nike SB 20yr shenanigans this Friday evening with our very first Ollie workshop! We have partnered with Nike to provide a FREE 30 minute workshop at Hoxton Arches in London, as a pre curser to the private Nike SB x Girl Skate UK… Read more
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Tips for hand holding when learning to skate
Let’s talk HAND HOLDING 🤝 Sometimes much needed support, and sometimes (probably more often) totally psychological. Whether it’s a slight nudge of body position, a bit of extra speed up a ramp, a steadying lift or an ET finger touch to trick the mind, there’s no doubt that the gentle feel (sometimes solid grip!) of… Read more
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Learn to Forage with Us; How to make Pickled Wild Garlic Buds
How to make the best preserved pizza topping everrrr… Pickled wild garlic buds! This is my absolute favourite spring recipe, and one of the easiest too! Wild garlic flower buds pack a punch and one of the best ways to preserve their flavour for year round gobbling is by pickling. It takes just 10 mins… Read more
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