by KJM | 12 Jun, 2016 | Instructor Life
The Legendary Life-Lesson Week six was full-on legendary with a sprinkle of fright. First, we learned to skate backwards. Having already learned to ice skate backwards in my youth, this skill went from rusty to confident pretty quickly. Then the scary...
by KJM | 31 May, 2016 | Instructor Life
Crossovers – our one and only new skill this week. Yes, just the one because it’s tough and requires loads of practice. At least I found it tough to get over the fear of tripping over my feet while trying to cross one foot in front of the other—in roller...
by KJM | 25 May, 2016 | Instructor Life
Chin up We learned a lot last week – I mean loads of new skills (see below for details). The more we learn the more I realise how much I need to practise to not only improve as a skater but also to build my confidence. This week’s life lessons I...
by KJM | 1 May, 2016 | Instructor Life
Today I’m trying something new and way out of my comfort zone: Roller Derby Fresh Meat with the Cambridge Rollerbillies. I registered to try out roller derby. Over the next couple of months, I’ll be learning to skate and fall safely and I’ll be...
