We know life is full and sometimes dates clash. If you already know you’ll miss a session, just let us know when you book, and we can either: • Offer credit for that class to use on any other Soulful Skate Co offering • Adjust the course price to reflect the session you’re missing If something unexpected comes up during the course, please tell us as soon as you can. While we can’t guarantee catch-up sessions, we’ll always do our best to support you and help you stay on track where possible. Sessions missed without notice are treated as non-refundable.

If the weather’s looking questionable, we’ll first check in with the skate weather gods (no promises 😄). If rain is likely, we’ll get in touch and, where possible, move the session to a covered multi-storey car park or sheltered spot (most likely West End Car Park)(/ssc-locations/west-end-car-park). If your session needs to stay outdoors, such as pump track sessions or Bristol outdoor skateparks for surfskating, we’ll help you reschedule or offer credit so you can book onto another Soulful Skate Co. session that suits you. If the session has already started and the weather turns, we’ll always prioritise safety and do our best to keep things fun and worthwhile. Please read our terms and conditions f(https://www.soulfulskateco.com/terms-and-conditions)or more information.

Each course takes place at a variety of spots around Bristol, chosen to suit the group’s level, the focus of each session and the weather. Likely locations for each week are also outlined in the sample itinerary for each course. You can see a full list of our favourite skate spots, including parking, accessibility and facilities, on the Locations (https://www.soulfulskateco.com/ssc-locations)page.

Everyone is welcome. You’ll see lots of women pictured because we’re proud of the community we’ve built, but all genders join our courses.

Most course sessions run for 90 minutes. We start on time, so please arrive 10 minutes early to get protections on.

All equipment is included for course participants so you can try different disciplines, types of boards and learn before forking out for a host of expensive gear. Here’s your skate-ready checklist: • Helmet + pads (knees, elbows, wrists) – super important for confidence, safety and learning how to fall well (yes, falling is part of skating!). Check out our blog post on safety gear (/post/skateboarding-safety-gear-the-ultimate-guide)for more info and links if you do want to buy your own. • Your board if you have one. Even if you’re not sure about it, bring it along – we can check the setup and give you tips. • Clothing you don’t mind scuffing – sturdy fabrics that won’t rip easily work best as we will learn to fall and roll around on the floor! • Flat-soled shoes (skate shoes, Vans, Converse, etc.) for good grip and control. Avoid chunky running shoes, flatforms or walking boots. • Water! Everyone always forgets this one, but skating is sweaty work. • Good vibes ☀️

Yes, courses are open to all ages, however courses are most suited to those 16+ as these sessions are open to everyone no matter their age or gender. We have some teenagers who have joined courses and fitted right in, we take your judgment as to whether your child would feel comfortable in the space. Ultimately all courses are inclusive and safe. We do communicate with course participants in a whatsapp group set up before and during the programme, in which case the parent/guardian's contact will be used for this. Youngers skaters might prefer joining our Kids Club, Holiday Camps or having private lessons. Browse Kids Offerings.(/kids)