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Skate The Foundry

A skate school in West Philadelphia that teaches skateboarding and roller skating to kids, teens, and adults, with after-school, weekend, and camp options and open skate time.

  • Paid
  • Newcomers welcome
  • Kids OK

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What they do

Kids can join a Thursday after-school skateboard club, Saturday youth classes, or camps on school days off and in the summer. Walk-in open skate is for skaters with at least six months of riding experience. The site does not list volunteer roles.

Who it is for

Who can join
Open to anyone
Who is there
Kids, Teens, Adults of any age

When and where

Thursday after-school club from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Saturday youth classes in the morning and early afternoon. Open skate on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 4 to 9 pm, and on Thursday from 6:30 to 9 pm (hours listed for spring 2026). Camps run on school days off, and summer camps are held at Paine's Park.

Days
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Times
Morning, Daytime, Evening

Skate school, West Philadelphia

We do not have a meeting place for this group yet.

Your first visit

Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.

First step: New skaters book one to three private lessons first, then register for a class round through the Register Here links on the class pages..

Check with the group before you show up. You need to sign up first.

What to expect

The school suggests that a total beginner takes one to three private lessons before joining a class. Youth Saturday classes run about 75 minutes with up to 10 skaters, and parents are asked to step out during class. Open skate is a walk-in session for skaters with at least six months of regular riding, and you sign a waiver when you arrive.

Tips for your first visit

  • Book a private lesson or a class round online before you come, since walk-ins are only welcome at open skate.
  • Bring a traditional skateboard, a helmet, and knee, elbow and wrist pads, or rent safety gear for $5 per class at the club.
  • Parents are asked to step out during class and may come back 5 to 10 minutes before it ends.
  • Check the school's social media for open skate schedule changes before you go.

Newcomer welcome

Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: The FAQ says total beginners are welcome, and there is a beginner kids class and a new student discount. Walk-in open skate needs six months of riding first..

Cost and commitment

Cost
Paid. Paid programs. Recent listings show youth Saturday classes at $390 per round, the after-school club at $420 per six-session round (includes a $20 registration fee), open skate at $10 a day (members skate free), summer camp at $600 a week in 2026, and holiday day camp at $130 a day. Club gear rental is $5 per class. New students get 15 percent off a first private lesson.
How often
Seasonal

Access and languages

Wheelchair access
We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
Languages spoken
We do not know yet which languages are spoken.

Requirements

  • Children can take part with a parent.

What to bring or wear: Bring a traditional skateboard (penny boards and longboards are not allowed), a helmet, and knee, elbow and wrist pads. Club board and safety gear can be rented for $5 per class.

How to reach them

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Sources and last check

Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.

Last seen active
October 2026 (See the evidence)
Last checked by our team
October 8, 2026
Status
Active
Our confidence in this listing
High
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Schedule, Cost, First step, Contacts, Status
  • pysc.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Lead
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, Audience, First step, Requirements
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, First step, Requirements
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, Requirements
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, Audience, First step
  • skatethefoundry.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, Requirements, First step, Status

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