Duration: 12 Weeks (3 Months) Level: Beginner Age Group: 4 years and above (can be adapted) Classes per Week: 3 Days per Week Session Duration: 60 Minutes
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Skate confidently with proper posture and balance.
Move forward and backward safely.
Perform controlled turns and stops.
Navigate simple obstacle courses.
Build endurance, coordination, and confidence.
Demonstrate skating etiquette and safety practices.
Session Structure (Every Class)
Activity
Time
Warm-up & Stretching
10 min
Balance & Coordination Drills
10 min
Skill Development
20 min
Games & Practice
15 min
Cool Down & Feedback
5 min
Month 1 - Foundation & Balance
Week 1 - Introduction to Skating
Skills
Equipment introduction and fitting
Safety rules
Proper skating posture
Standing up and sitting down
Walking on skates
Activities
Balance games
Cone walking
Fun relay races
Outcome
Students become comfortable wearing skates.
Week 2 - Basic Balance
Skills
Stationary balance
Marching steps
Weight transfer
Mini glides
Activities
Follow the leader
Balance challenges
Outcome
Maintain balance independently.
Week 3 - Forward Movement
Skills
Push and glide
Two-foot glide
Controlled movement
Activities
Straight-line skating
Glide races
Outcome
Skate forward with confidence.
Week 4 - Speed Control
Skills
Basic braking (Heel Brake or T-Stop introduction)
Controlled stopping
Safe falling techniques
Activities
Stop-and-go drills
Traffic light game
Outcome
Stop safely with control.
Month 2 - Skill Development
Week 5 - Turning Basics
Skills
Swizzles
Gentle turns
Wide curves
Activities
Cone weaving
Figure-eight skating
Outcome
Turn smoothly while skating.
Week 6 - Backward Skating
Skills
Backward walking
Backward glide
Introduction to backward swizzles
Activities
Mirror skating
Backward relay
Outcome
Move backward with confidence.
Week 7 - Crossovers Introduction
Skills
Edge awareness
Basic crossover movement
Circle skating
Activities
Circle drills
Partner practice
Outcome
Perform basic crossover movements.
Week 8 - Agility Training
Skills
Quick direction changes
Speed control
Obstacle navigation
Activities
Cone obstacle course
Timed skating challenges
Outcome
Improved coordination and agility.
Month 3 - Confidence & Performance
Week 9 - Advanced Control
Skills
Smooth transitions
Better braking
Controlled turns
Activities
Combined skating drills
Speed and control exercises
Outcome
Skate confidently in different situations.
Week 10 - Endurance & Flow
Skills
Continuous skating
Rhythm skating
Pace control
Activities
Long-distance laps
Team skating games
Outcome
Skate continuously with good stamina.
Week 11 - Mini Challenges
Skills
Obstacle course completion
Balance under pressure
Team coordination
Activities
Fun competitions
Skill stations
Outcome
Apply all learned skills confidently.
Week 12 - Assessment & Graduation
Assessment Includes
Balance
Forward skating
Backward skating
Turning
Braking
Obstacle course
Confidence and safety
Graduation Activities
Friendly skating showcase
Certificate distribution
Parent demonstration
Fun games and races
Equipment Required
Beginner skates (quad or inline)
Helmet
Knee pads
Elbow pads
Wrist guards
Cones
Markers
Agility ladder (optional)
Assessment Criteria
Skill
Target
Balance
Excellent stability
Forward Skating
Smooth and controlled
Braking
Safe stopping
Turning
Confident left and right turns
Backward Skating
Basic proficiency
Obstacle Navigation
Complete with control
Safety Awareness
Demonstrates proper skating etiquette
Expected Outcomes After 3 Months
Students will be able to:
Skate independently and confidently.
Start, glide, turn, and stop with control.
Skate forward and backward comfortably.
Navigate simple obstacle courses safely.
Participate in recreational skating sessions and beginner-level events.
Demonstrate good balance, coordination, and skating discipline.
