1^st lesson free

Laurence

5 (13 reviews)

Rate $54
Response 11h
Students
Number of students Laurence has taught since their arrival at Superprof
22
Number of students Laurence has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (13 reviews)

$54/h

1^st lesson free

Skateboarding

Experienced Skateboard Instructor with 15+ Years of Teaching and a Safe, Supportive Approach

Skateboarding

Lesson location

- online

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Laurence is one of our best Skateboarding tutors. They have a high-quality profile, verified qualifications, a quick response time, and great reviews from students!

About Laurence

I am a skateboard instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience and a lifelong passion for skateboarding. The sport has taught me a great deal about people, physical awareness, mental strength, creativity, and how we interact with the city and built environment.

My journey in skateboarding has given me a deep understanding of how individuals learn, progress, and gain confidence. Teaching allows me to share not just technical skills, but the mindset that skateboarding encourages: patience, resilience, and self-belief. I am passionate about helping students enjoy the process of learning while developing strong foundations that will support them as they grow.

My personal skateboarding experience is wide-ranging, from cruising the hills of San Francisco to bowl riding in Portugal, as well as growing up skating the streets of London. I have worked with students of all ages and abilities, tailoring each session to individual goals and learning styles. I also hold a current, up-to-date DBS check.

About the lesson

My lessons are structured, safe, and enjoyable, with a strong focus on building confidence and skills at a pace that suits each individual. Safety is central to my teaching approach, and I guide students with care and awareness while keeping sessions engaging and fun. I use tried-and-tested teaching methods developed over many years, focusing on body positioning, balance, movement, and control before progressing to more advanced skills. Each lesson is tailored to the student’s ability, goals, and learning style, ensuring steady improvement without pressure. A typical session includes a warm-up, skill development, practical drills, and time to apply what you’ve learnt in a relaxed and supportive environment. My aim is to help students feel confident, motivated, and excited to continue their skateboarding journey.

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5 (13 reviews)

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Kirstie
- 5
Perfect! I signed up for a lesson to learn skateboarding as a beginner. Laurence was very patient, kind, and prioritised safety - working up from the basics in a logical and structured way.

Definitely would recommend him - if the Dad I spoke to at Finchley Park skatepark is reading this, I hope you recovered from your A+E visit, and this is the teacher you need to ease your way safely back onto the board.
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Kirstie

Perfect! I signed up for a lesson to learn skateboarding as a beginner. Laurence was very patient, kind, and prioritised safety - working up from the basics in a logical and structured way.

Definitely would recommend him - if the Dad I spoke to at Finchley Park skatepark is reading this, I hope you recovered from your A+E visit, and this is the teacher you need to ease your way safely back onto the board.
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Pip
- 5
Perfect! Great teaching skills, direct but kind and really encouraged my daughter on her skate lesson.
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Pip

Perfect! Great teaching skills, direct but kind and really encouraged my daughter on her skate lesson.
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Jessica
- 5
Perfect! Laurence was brilliant with son during his first skateboard lesson. He is only 5 so just starting out and Laurence was very clear, encouraging, and engaging throughout, which made him feel really comfortable and confident. He also gave him some great things to work on between lessons. We’re really pleased with how it went. Thank you so much.
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Jessica

Perfect! Laurence was brilliant with son during his first skateboard lesson. He is only 5 so just starting out and Laurence was very clear, encouraging, and engaging throughout, which made him feel really comfortable and confident. He also gave him some great things to work on between lessons. We’re really pleased with how it went. Thank you so much.

Laurence's response
Hi Jessica,

Finley did really well in his first session. He came in with great energy and confidence, and was very good at listening, focusing, and following instructions throughout. I could see straight away that he has a natural ability and strong potential for skateboarding. His balance and confidence for his age were especially impressive, and he took really well to using the ramps with support.

One optional exercise for him to keep practising is the one foot balance exercise:

Standing with one foot on the board near the front bolts, as if getting ready to push, and practising balancing on that leg while gently stepping the other foot on and off the back of the board. It’s best to do this stationary for now, ideally on carpet or grass. This helps build balance, control, and confidence on the board.

A really positive first session overall and I’m looking forward to seeing his progress in future lessons.

Laurence
- Laurence's response :
  Hi Jessica,
  
  Finley did really well in his first session. He came in with great energy and confidence, and was very good at listening, focusing, and following instructions throughout. I could see straight away that he has a natural ability and strong potential for skateboarding. His balance and confidence for his age were especially impressive, and he took really well to using the ramps with support.
  
  One optional exercise for him to keep practising is the one foot balance exercise:
  
  Standing with one foot on the board near the front bolts, as if getting ready to push, and practising balancing on that leg while gently stepping the other foot on and off the back of the board. It’s best to do this stationary for now, ideally on carpet or grass. This helps build balance, control, and confidence on the board.
  
  A really positive first session overall and I’m looking forward to seeing his progress in future lessons.
  
  Laurence
Julia
- 5
Perfect! Laurence was amazing in every possible way: friendly, patient, encouraging and very knowledgeable.
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Julia

Perfect! Laurence was amazing in every possible way: friendly, patient, encouraging and very knowledgeable.

Laurence's response
Hi Julia,

Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it. It was great meeting you both.

Anna did really well in her first session. She was engaged, positive, and picked things up quickly. She also brought her own ideas and what she wanted to learn, which made it a really enjoyable session.

All in all, a great session. Looking forward to the next one.
- Laurence's response :
  Hi Julia,
  
  Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it. It was great meeting you both.
  
  Anna did really well in her first session. She was engaged, positive, and picked things up quickly. She also brought her own ideas and what she wanted to learn, which made it a really enjoyable session.
  
  All in all, a great session. Looking forward to the next one.
Maria
- 5
Perfect! Laurence is 120% awesome, a combo of skateboarding skill and genuinely great human energy. He’s the kind of teacher who makes you feel like you’ve got this, even when you very much don’t. Patient, endlessly positive and brilliant at explaining things. And I never once felt stupid or awkward (which for me is a miracle)! Highest possible recommendation
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Maria

Perfect! Laurence is 120% awesome, a combo of skateboarding skill and genuinely great human energy. He’s the kind of teacher who makes you feel like you’ve got this, even when you very much don’t. Patient, endlessly positive and brilliant at explaining things. And I never once felt stupid or awkward (which for me is a miracle)! Highest possible recommendation

Laurence's response
Maria was a real pleasure to teach. She picked up skateboarding very quickly and showed a natural feel for the board from the start.

She was confident, focused, and easy to work with, which made the session really enjoyable. It was great to see how quickly she progressed within just one lesson.

Looking forward to seeing her progress further in future sessions.
- Laurence's response :
  Maria was a real pleasure to teach. She picked up skateboarding very quickly and showed a natural feel for the board from the start.
  
  She was confident, focused, and easy to work with, which made the session really enjoyable. It was great to see how quickly she progressed within just one lesson.
  
  Looking forward to seeing her progress further in future sessions.
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Lauren
- 5
Perfect! I had such a great experience with Laurence. As a complete beginner, I was quite nervous and a little embarrassed going into the lesson, but his patient and kind approach immediately put me at ease. He went above and beyond by traveling to my local skate park, bringing a spare board for me to use, and offering really helpful advice before I committed to buying my own.

His instruction is both motivating and professional. I went from feeling hesitant at the start to genuinely excited about continuing by the end of the session. Laurence has a great way of building confidence without pressure, which made the whole experience enjoyable.

I’m really looking forward to booking more sessions and would highly recommend him to anyone starting their skateboarding journey.
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Lauren

Perfect! I had such a great experience with Laurence. As a complete beginner, I was quite nervous and a little embarrassed going into the lesson, but his patient and kind approach immediately put me at ease. He went above and beyond by traveling to my local skate park, bringing a spare board for me to use, and offering really helpful advice before I committed to buying my own.

His instruction is both motivating and professional. I went from feeling hesitant at the start to genuinely excited about continuing by the end of the session. Laurence has a great way of building confidence without pressure, which made the whole experience enjoyable.

I’m really looking forward to booking more sessions and would highly recommend him to anyone starting their skateboarding journey.

Laurence's response
Lauren has been a pleasure to teach. Coming into skateboarding as a complete beginner, she showed great focus and a real willingness to learn.

She quickly got to grips with the fundamentals and was very open to the methods we worked through, which made a big difference to her progress.

She has a very positive attitude throughout, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work with her.
- Laurence's response :
  Lauren has been a pleasure to teach. Coming into skateboarding as a complete beginner, she showed great focus and a real willingness to learn.
  
  She quickly got to grips with the fundamentals and was very open to the methods we worked through, which made a big difference to her progress.
  
  She has a very positive attitude throughout, and I’m looking forward to continuing to work with her.
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Sarah
- 5
Perfect! Lawrence was perfect! i learnt very fast, he was emotionally and physically supportive and very encouraging , aiding me to get beyond fears and offering support on and off the board when i needed
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Sarah

Perfect! Lawrence was perfect! i learnt very fast, he was emotionally and physically supportive and very encouraging , aiding me to get beyond fears and offering support on and off the board when i needed

Laurence's response
I thought your biggest strength was your balance and spacial awareness. Im looking forward to helping you build your confidence.
- Laurence's response :
  I thought your biggest strength was your balance and spacial awareness. Im looking forward to helping you build your confidence.
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Tey
- 5
Perfect! Laurence is a fantastic skateboarding tutor. Super knowledgeable, patient, and practical - everything you could possibly want as a beginner
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Tey

Perfect! Laurence is a fantastic skateboarding tutor. Super knowledgeable, patient, and practical - everything you could possibly want as a beginner
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Harry

I started learning how to skate quite late when I was 19. Laurence was a great friend to skate with as he was experienced in teaching already and he has a very natural supportive energy. Always up for taking time in the session to help me improve and see what was right and what could be worked on. Always a good vibe and excited to see those around him get those wins which skating is built on. ️
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Harry
I started learning how to skate quite late when I was 19. Laurence was a great friend to skate with as he was experienced in teaching already and he has a very natural supportive energy. Always up for taking time in the session to help me improve and see what was right and what could be worked on. Always a good vibe and excited to see those around him get those wins which skating is built on. ️
Lisa

I took skateboarding lessons with Laurence as an adult and absolutely loved the experience. He breaks everything down into clear, manageable baby steps, which means you progress safely while still being genuinely challenged. This structured approach makes learning feel motivating and rewarding - every new step feels like a real win.

Laurence is a thoughtful and skilled teacher with a gentle, caring manner. He’s very attentive to safety, adapts the lessons to your level, and explains not just what to do but why, which really helps build confidence and good habits. At the same time, he knows how to push you just enough to keep improving without fear.

Learning with him is genuinely fun, and his positive energy makes a big difference. I would highly recommend Laurence to adults, parents looking for a safe and patient instructor for their children, and even more experienced skateboarders who want to refine their technique with solid fundamentals and expert guidance.
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Lisa
I took skateboarding lessons with Laurence as an adult and absolutely loved the experience. He breaks everything down into clear, manageable baby steps, which means you progress safely while still being genuinely challenged. This structured approach makes learning feel motivating and rewarding - every new step feels like a real win.

Laurence is a thoughtful and skilled teacher with a gentle, caring manner. He’s very attentive to safety, adapts the lessons to your level, and explains not just what to do but why, which really helps build confidence and good habits. At the same time, he knows how to push you just enough to keep improving without fear.

Learning with him is genuinely fun, and his positive energy makes a big difference. I would highly recommend Laurence to adults, parents looking for a safe and patient instructor for their children, and even more experienced skateboarders who want to refine their technique with solid fundamentals and expert guidance.
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Zenon

Laurence is a very calm and encouraging tutor. He has a high level of skateboarding ability and has mastered the craft of teaching beginners. He picks up on small individual mistakes and is careful to build up a beginner’s confidence and level. Highly recommend!
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Zenon
Laurence is a very calm and encouraging tutor. He has a high level of skateboarding ability and has mastered the craft of teaching beginners. He picks up on small individual mistakes and is careful to build up a beginner’s confidence and level. Highly recommend!
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Paul

Laurence is a natural teacher. Calm, considerate and very experienced.

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Paul
Laurence is a natural teacher. Calm, considerate and very experienced.
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Luke

Laurence is a brilliant teacher. He’s patient, attentive, and genuinely invested in his students’ progress. His passion for skateboarding is obvious and infectious, and he has a great ability to explain techniques clearly while adapting to different skill levels. Perhaps most importantly, he makes every lesson fun and encouraging, creating an environment where you feel motivated, confident, and excited to keep improving. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

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Luke
Laurence is a brilliant teacher. He’s patient, attentive, and genuinely invested in his students’ progress. His passion for skateboarding is obvious and infectious, and he has a great ability to explain techniques clearly while adapting to different skill levels. Perhaps most importantly, he makes every lesson fun and encouraging, creating an environment where you feel motivated, confident, and excited to keep improving. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.
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5h: $271
10h: $541

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This first lesson offered with Laurence will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

30mins

online

$41/h

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I offer one-to-one coaching, online sessions, and small private group lessons, tailored to each skater’s goals and ability level.

Private 1-to-1 sessions (£40 per hour, This price varies depending on location and travel) are ideal for focused progression and personalised feedback.

Small private group sessions (£25 per person, 1 hour) are perfect for friends or siblings who want to learn together. Group learning creates a motivating environment where skaters can support each other, learn by watching one another, build confidence, and push themselves in a fun and positive way.

The maximum group size is 5, and this may vary depending on ability level to ensure everyone receives proper attention and stays safe.

Please message me to arrange group bookings.

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