1. 17-Jun-2009 Frame alignment on inline skates

    Frame alignment, the position of the frame with respect to the boot of the skate, can temporarily help you get comfortable but there is a lot of misinformation about how to go about it.

  2. 27-May-2009 What skating skills to learn

    You've bought your inline skates, you've got the protective gear, and found a nice safe place to learn. So where should you start? What skills should you learn and what's the best order to learn them in? Here's a guide to help you reach your goal of being an inline skater.

  3. 01-Apr-2009 Building a high jump bar

    I've been wanting to get into jumping, to help my street skating, and I decided to buy a high jump bar. Except you can't. So I built one. For £15!

  4. 01-Feb-2009 How to clean your bearings

    Cleaning your bearings, if you choose to do it, should become a regular part of your skate maintenance routine. Here's a quick guide on how to do it and some advice on how to make it easier.

  5. 01-Feb-2009 How to rotate your wheels

    Your wheels aren't going to last forever: friction between the ground and the wheel will cause wear. By rotating your wheels, changing their location within the frames of your skates, you can keep them in good working order for longer.

  6. 01-Oct-2008 How to put on wrist guards correctly

    Of all the things that catch out beginner skaters putting on wrist guards properly is the most common and the easiest to fix. Here's a guide to help you get it right first time.

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This is the website of Matthew Denner, a UK based inline skating instructor. If you're looking to start skating, or improve your current skills, you should take a look around to see what I have to offer.

I try to make my courses goal oriented, whether that is being part of the larger street skating community, or just getting a number of skills that combine well together. I cater for all skill levels, from complete beginner through to competent skaters. When teaching private lessons I treat you as an individual, catering for your abilities and learning rate. And with those courses and lessons my students get their own students area page with access to notes, tips and drills.

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