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RAD SKATE SCHOOL

With a team of coaches, Rad is here to support everyone from those who are new to skateboarding through to those looking to develop their high-performance skills. Check out our classes

Taking skateboarding beyond the board.

We develop self esteem, personal identity and self image through positive attitudes and skateboarding.

Based in Wanaka, Rad primarily hold their lessons at Northlake in Wanaka.This little DIY skate plaza has been built by the skateboard community and Rad. We run lessons in Cromwell, Arrowtown, Hāwea and Queenstown when we can.

Kids Lessons

Preschool, First Timer, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced lessons. Our aim in these sessions is to break down barriers that may be preventing kids who are nervous about giving skateboarding a go. We have a genuine love of working with young people and we pride ourselves on the quality of our programs and the creative approach we take to skateboarding. Book Now

Rad Adults

Whether you want to learn so you can skateboard with the kids, or you just want to take it up yourself, Rad is here to help. Learning to skate as an adult can seem daunting. Lucky for you our coaches make it super fun! Learn More

Private Lessons

Accelerate your skateboard skills to the next level with our private lessons for one or two people. Learn More

Indoor Lessons

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Advanced Coaching

High level coaching for those that want advice on building competition runs or improving your bag of tricks. We are lucky here in Wanaka to have a variety of features and parks to work with, and many talented skaters willing to share their knowledge! GET IN TOUCH

School Holiday Programs

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RAD COMMUNITY TRUST

Free classes, drop-in sessions, school programmes, adaptive skateboarding and alll the other ways we give back to our community. Check out Rad Community TRust

Free Drop-In Sessions

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Thanks to Sport Otago and the Tu Manawa fund, we have been able to provide free ‘drop-in’ sessions around Central Otago. 

Our aim in these sessions is to break down barriers that may be preventing kids who are nervous about giving skateboarding a go.

All gear is provided!  What does that include you might ask?  Skateboards, helmets, and ramps, combined with coaches on hand who will be teaching the basics. 

We run sessions in many areas:  Wanaka, Hawea, Alexandra, Cromwell, Clyde, Roxburgh, Lawrence, Arrowtown, Queenstown and more.

Testimonials

Within 30 minutes my 4-year-old daughter was cruising. First time on a board, even. Totally blown away by this epic school and it’s teachers.

Zoë B

Chris is professional, enthusiastic, passionate, caring and relates to the kids so well. Could not recommend these classes highly enough. 5 star all the way

Sarah F

Anna was very helpful, Much appreciated RAD SKATE SCHOOL!

Aaron M