14-17th October 2024 – Private woodland in Norfolk, UK
Fancy taking off into the woods for a while? You don’t need to be a pro camper (the glamping huts are cosy and furnished!) or even be experienced in mindfulness, as you’ll learn all the techniques you need on the retreat. Staying in an lush 42 acre private woodland, you’ll get stuck into guided foraging walks, nature-sensing activities and homegrown, locally sourced or foraged plant-based food.
Set in a private forest surrounded by 42 acres of lush mixed woodland, Our ‘Skate Wild’ retreat offers a beautiful and calming escape for those looking for a grounding skate getaway. Reconnect with nature, and gain some useful, land based skills, including showing you how to identify, harvest and use the plants and fungi we find on our foraging walk around the woodland. Our two bespoke mini ramps nestled amongst the ferns, under the leafy green canopy of birch trees create the absolute perfect environment for relaxing the mind with a spot of yoga, and learning some new tricks with your new skate buddies.
Foraging Walk
1-2 hour foraging walk around the woodland with experienced and knowledgable guides. Learn how to identify edible and poisonous plants and fungi, sustainable harvesting practices, and how to prepare, use and preserve our foraged finds! October is THE best time of year for fungi, and being in a private woodlands means footfall is low, and wildlife is abundant, so we can expect to find lots of interesting and diverse species!
What’s included?
- 3x nights accommodation
- 4x days skatepark access
- 1x guided foraging foray
- 1x nocturnal wildlife walk
- 2x yoga/stretch sessions
- 3x breakfast, 3x lunch, 3x supper
- 42 acres of beautiful mixed woodland to explore in down time
- Wild Spa access
Wondering if this is the right Retreat for you…
- Are you looking to disconnect from city life and reconnect with nature?
- Would you like to learn new land based skills like foraging?
- Would you like to practice mindfulness?
- Are you looking to make friends and skate with people of all abilities?
- Are you looking to skate the ramps without lessons?
Worried about coming alone?
Don’t be! Over 80% of our guests travel solo – we guarantee you’ll leave with a whole bunch of new skate mates!
Glamp in style
We have some incredible, quirky huts for you to stay in this autumn. From cute and cosy birdhouses, to our glamping huts featuring our spacious steel yurts, renovated log railway carriages, and even a boathouse! All with king sized or single beds, super warm duvets, fresh linen and our glamping huts even feature a wood burning stove to keep you cosy at night.
Birdhouses
(2 person wood + canvas hut)
Super cute birdhouses, nestled in the woods and only a stone’s throw from the ramps. 2 single beds in each with comfy duvets, solar twinkling lights and ample storage space.
Shortly after booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to pay your 30% deposit. This is to be paid within 24 hours in order to secure your booking. Please get in touch at relax@theskateretreat.com to set up a payment plan for the remaining balance.
- Single Bed : £745pp
Wood fired huts
(Each sleeping between 2-4)
All totally different but all totally unique. We’ll choose you the most suitable option for your stay with us. All have wood fires (wood is included!), and a range of bed sizes.
Shortly after booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to pay your 30% deposit. This is to be paid within 24 hours in order to secure your booking. Please get in touch at relax@theskateretreat.com to set up a payment plan for the remaining balance.
- Single Bed : £795pp
- King Bed (1 person) : £895pp
- King Bed (2 person) : £1495 per couple
A few reasons why our guests LOVE our Retreats…
Expert coaching
Professional tuition from the experts – Learn from some of the most experienced female skateboard coaches in the country! We specialise in building confidence and managing fears in adults, joint with small, steady progression for proven results.
Fun, friendly and supportive atmosphere
Many of our guests travel alone, from all over the world and you can be sure of a warm welcome, and a friendly bunch of skaters beside the ramp – ready for the HYPE!
A place to relax…
Our two bespoke mini ramps nestled amongst the ferns, under the leafy green canopy of birch trees create the absolute perfect environment for relaxing the mind with a spot of yoga, and learning some new tricks with your new skate buddies.
Hearty and wholesome food
All meals are included in your retreat price! You’re sure to be well fed with our wholesome, hearty and seasonal menu, designed to keep you fuelled throughout the day. We are proud to create our meals from fresh organic produce.
Glamp in style!
From cute and cosy birdhouses, to our glamping huts featuring our spacious steel yurts, renovated log railway carriages, and even a boathouse! Or for the more outdoorsy you can also camp or we have limited campervan pitches (selected retreats only).
Roam free
Our daily schedule allows for skate lessons, as well as time to explore the site, chat to friends, enjoy an outdoor bath or hot-tub or catch up on a book in one of our hammocks.
See our NEW Retreats
Beginners
Boot Camp
19-21st April 2024
Fast track your skills with our Beginners Boot Camp, with intensive Professional Coaching and post retreat mentorship.
Level: Total beginner / New to Skating
- 2 Night Army Truck accomodation
- 12 hours Professional Coaching
- Private Woodlands in Norfolk, UK
- 2x hour progression session
- Video skate analysis
- 1x month post retreat mentorship
Intermediate
Boot Camp
11-13th October 2024
Intensive Professional Coaching and post retreat mentorship for those with new tricks in mind!
Level: Intermediate
- 2 Night Army Truck accomodation
- 12 hours Professional Coaching
- Private Woodlands in Norfolk, UK
- 2x hour progression session
- Video skate analysis
- 1x month post retreat mentorship
Quad Skate
Camp
14-16th October 2024
For quads and in-lines of all abilities, the ramps are yours! Learn some new tricks as well as exploring the forest.
Level: All abilities (quads and in-lines)
- 2 Night Army Truck accomodation
- 6 hours quad skate Coaching
- Private Woodlands in Norfolk, UK
- 1x guided foraging foray
- Use of on-site Kitchen
- 3x days mini ramp access
Family Wild
Skate
18-20th October 2024
Want to experience the Skate Retreat – well now you can bring the Fam! Skate lessons and wild walks for all!
Level: All abilities
- 2 Night Army Truck accomodation
- 3x hours skate coaching
- Private Woodlands in Norfolk, UK
- Forest School activities
- 1x guided foraging foray
- Use of on-site Kitchen