I’m Jack! I’m a skateboarder, youth worker, author and founder of The Skate Club.
I first started skating on the wooden ramps of the old Level Skatepark and Da Roof Skatepark which now goes by the name of BYC Skatepark, where I also work.
I’ve been teaching people of all ages in various capacities since 2010 but six years ago I started teaching skateboarding and that’s when I realised that this is what I want to do!
I started The Skate Club shortly after the release of my book “How to Train Your Skateboard” and I’m so incredibly happy with the little community we’ve built here!
FUN FACT: I’m fluent in Spanish and have lived in Spain, Colombia and Macedonia.
Hi, my name is Blayne. I am a passionate skateboard instructor born in South Africa now living in Hove.
I love making a difference in my role by being friendly, approachable, caring as well as understanding and validating emotions such as fear while finding a way to move everyone forward.
I’ve worked in other activities such as watersports and snow-sports over the years while having caring roles.
I enjoy being active in my personal life enjoying a very wide variety of activities such as skateboarding, exercising, video games, crafts and spending quality time with the people in my life.
FUN FACT: I recently won first place in the best trick event at a fingerboarding competition in London
Hi, my name is Zak. I have been skateboarding for 20 years now and it has given me so many opportunities in friendships, travel and mostly fun!
My goal is to give the best possible advice and support to anyone who is interested on their skateboard journey. Hopefully the result is to give people the chance to have just as much fun as I do each time I step on a board.
My approach is always about positivity, encouragement and teaching self-belief. A lot of skateboarding is believing in yourself and I am here to make sure that people come away feeling proud of what they have achieved.
FUN FACT: I am also a passionate photographer, husband and new father. Also, I do love a nose manual.
Hi, my name is Kaz and I’ve just finished my diploma in adventure education and sports.
I’ve been working with young people for the past 2 years encouraging them to take part in outdoor activities like surfing, skateboarding, kayaking, climbing and canoeing.
I’ve volunteered at a Surf Therapy project mentoring children needing additional support and this is where I first found my love of teaching.
It has shown me how being active and pursuing sports like skateboarding massively helps build confidence and perseverance.
I love supporting and encouraging people to try new things and be the best they can be at whatever they choose to do.
FUN FACT: I recently went ice climbing up frozen waterfalls in Norway.
Hi there, I’m Harry! I love to skateboard, play sports and spend time in the outdoors.
With over 15 years of skateboarding experience, I am passionate about helping young people get rolling while developing their confidence, resilience and motivation through the sport I love.
I studied sports science at Cardiff Met so it’s been really rewarding to apply what I learnt in such a practical way.
FUN FACT: Harry rides for Route One Skateshop, making videos and travelling the country.
Hi, my name is Liv! I’m a skate coach and graphic designer who recently moved to Brighton.
I started skating six years ago and it quickly became my entire world! I love being a skateboard coach, and seeing people excel at something they may have never thought they could do is one of the highlights of my day.
My approach to teaching is to create an environment that makes everyone feel safe and welcome in the skateboarding community, no matter who they are or their previous skateboarding experience. I love helping people progress and learn new tricks, but I mainly want everyone to come away feeling confident in themselves!
FUN FACT: I’m currently studying for my level 1 in British Sign Language!
Aloha, I’m Joe and I’ve been skating for 20 years. I also love travelling, snowboarding and foraging!
I developed a passion for tutoring skateboarding when I was locked down in the Snowy Mountains in Australia. Every day I was teaching professional snowboarders to skate as they had taught me how to snowboard all winter.
When I returned to the UK starting teaching all across the south coast.
Seeing the skateboard scene progress and grow has been amazing. I strive to bring the sport to anyone and everyone, creating a safe and comfortable environment to learn (and of course fall over a bit!)
FUN FACT: the biggest jump I’ve done on a snowboard is 55ft!