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Our Teachers

Meet the passionate, experienced instructors behind Soulful Skate Co. Each teacher is not only a skilled longboarder but also a dedicated mentor, committed to helping you progress at your own pace. They bring a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and personalized guidance to every session. For your peace of mind, all our instructors are fully insured by Skate GB, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. Join us and experience the difference of learning from the best in the industry!

Danielle Davis

Founder & Lead Teacher

Founder of Soulful Skate Co. blending longboarding, surfskate and yoga with community at the heart.

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Jo Mikulska

Surfskate Specialist

Bristol-based surfskate coach creating joyful, supportive spaces for women to find confidence on boards.

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Val Craft

Surfskate Specialist

Fearless surfskate coach and strength & conditioning specialist passionate about movement and empowerment.

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Hannah Manning

Surfskate Specialist

Motivational surfskate teacher blending surfing technique with playful, confidence-boosting coaching.

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Sonia Vasjko

Longboard Dancing & Freestyle Specialist

Creative longboard dance and freestyle specialist known for clean combos and musical flow.

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Hannah Dolman

Longboard Dancing & Freestyle Specialist

Flow-led longboard dance and freestyle coach with a patient, encouraging teaching style.

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Josh Ogden

Longboard Foundations, Downhill & Freeride Specialist

Kind, grounded longboarder specialising in solid foundations, freeride and downhill confidence.

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Shanna Searle

Downhill & Freeride Teacher

One of the kindest teachers and most stylish freeriders. This girl goes FAST!

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Ben Stainer

Longboard Foundations, Downhill & Freeride Specialist

Founder of London Longboards, the man with bags of personality and love for sharing the stoke!

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Rebecca Claxton

Downhill & Freeride Teacher

An incredible South African downhill and freeride star with the steeziest style.

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Jack Patten

Longboard Foundations, Downhill & Freeride Specialist

A local legend from Bath, passionate about sharing his knowledge.

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Ross Gardner

Longboard Foundations

Ross is Danielle’s boyfriend, unofficial test subject, and now a key part of the Soulful Skate Co teaching crew. A snowboarder who took to longboarding very quickly, he’s brilliant at helping beginners find their feet and feel relaxed on a board.

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