The Grand Skate Tour : London

The Grand Skate Tour 2024 : London 1!!!

Join us for a series of skating events in the capital, where the theme is grandads and grannies to celebrate German's, Kam's, Jeff's and Chacha's birthday! First GST receiving international skaters! 

Skate Lessons 1pm-2pm : Advance your skating game with LS!  Arrive 15 minutes early and bring your own skates and protective equipment : £22 Pre-booking required > Kensington Primary Academy, 205 Warwick Road, London - Kensington and Chelsea, W14 8PU > https://www.thegrandskatetour.com/event-details-registration/gst-london-skate-lessons-from-london-skate-life

Roller Disco 2pm-4pm : Kensington Primary Academy, 205 Warwick Road, London - Kensington and Chelsea, W14 8PU : All abilities welcome : £9 payment on entry (cash or card - kids 8 and under = £6) or pre-book here for £8 (kids 8 and under = £5) > https://www.thegrandskatetour.com/event-details-registration/gst-london-roller-disco

Advanced-Beginners Street Skate 4.30pm-5.30pm : Kensington Primary Academy, 205 Warwick Road, London - Kensington and Chelsea, W14 8PU, ending at Slicks Skate Store : free - no registration required, just turn up : Must be able to control skates, stop, turn, go up and down kerbs : Wear appropriate safety gear : Approx 3mile marshaled skate.

Social Dinner 5.30pm-7pm :  Gloucester Road area, near Slicks Skate Store *Details coming soon - sign up to the mailing list for updates* : all welcome subject to venue capacity on the day

Jamming Session and THE GRAND SKATE TOUR Advanced Street Skate 7.30pm - 10pm : Outside Slick Willies Skate Store, 12 Gloucester Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 4RB : free - no registration required : Advanced skaters only for street skate : All abilities welcome to Jamming Session (skate dancing on flat ground) : Lights and protective gear recommended

The Afterparty 11pm - 1am: FLIPPERS ROLLER BOOGIE PALACE, Ariel Way, London W12 7SL : adults only - TICKETED EVENT - MUST BE PRE-BOOKED - REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE > https://www.thegrandskatetour.com/event-details-registration/gst-london-afterparty-at-flippers-roller-boogie-palace

Please ensure you read and understand the rules and disclaimers fully before attending any event

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Rules

Skate at your own risk! Whilst the marshal team will do their best to keep everyone safe, you remain responsible for your own safety. Any harm to your or others is your responsibility.  Wear appropriate protective gear, such as helmet, knee and elbow pads, wrist guards, bum pads. If you have a fall or equipment failure, we will stop the skate in a safe spot and do our best to help you.

Skate within your abilities. Whilst our pre-events cater for some beginner abilities, the main street skate is for intermediate/advanced level only. You should be able to stop, turn, go up and down curbs, engage reasonable slopes and keep a reasonable speed of 8-10mph for 10-12 miles. You must finish the skate unaided. Steeper hills will have an option for an alternative safer descent in case you do not feel confident. We will not push you beyond your abilities. If you are unsure, speak to a member of the marshal team. There will be two stops along the route for refreshments and a rest (plus a few quick photo stops on the way). We will be skating in the road for the majority. Pavements should only be used when directed in order to not put pedestrians at risk.

Keep behind the lead marshal. This is to keep everyone in a single group and avoid traffic dangers and enable marshals to keep the group safe. Overtaking the lead marshal is strictly forbidden and will result in your exclusion. You will notice the cam crew and runner/ blocker marshals going ahead of the lead. Ensure you identify the lead marshal and stick behind them. Do not follow the runners as this will put you and others in danger.

Stay in front of the rear marshals. They are responsible for keeping the group together as one. If you fail to keep up with the rear marshal you will be asked to drop out. This is for the safety of you and all the participants. We will try to identify if we think you will struggle within the first few miles so you are close to the start point to return. Please do not take it personally, but keep practising and come back when you are ready.

Allow marshals to pass. Runner marshals will be stopping to block traffic at junctions, then need to get back to the front to block the next junction. ALWAYS KEEP LEFT and leave space for them to pass on your right. When on the road, stay left of the white lines and leave space within that lane for runner marshals to pass.

Check your equipment (wheels and frames tightened) prior to the skate. Fasten your safety gear.

Respect the marshals, all attendees and the general public. Listen to the marshals' directions. Any abuse or disrespect will result in you being excluded from the activities and further action may be taken. If you encounter any issues, report to a marshal.

Attend the briefing before the skate. Every route and location has different characteristics and even experienced skaters need to be aware of what to expect. It will a take few minutes, and it helps us build the vibe for the skate. Please join in! Be part of it all. Every route is checked before the skate by our team. Take this opportunity to identify the lead and rear marshals for your safety.

Consumption of alcohol/narcotic substances during the event is strictly forbidden. Any Skater visibly under the influence of alcohol/narcotics will be refused to take part in the skate. Let's have a drink after the skate if you wish!

You must be a minimum age of 18 or be accompanied by a responsible adult who will look after you.

Filming and photography is an integral part of the activities and is permitted at "The Grand Skate Tour". You can be filmed whilst undertaking activities and the footage may be used for publicity, online media and social media channels. Please take your own shots when safe to do so and remember to tag us on social media.

Adverse weather. The Grand Skate Tour will not cancel the event unless it is extremely rainy, windy or generally unsafe. Use your own judgement as to whether you partake given the conditions on the day.

Bring your best attitude and vibes. We love to skate! Let's roll together.