Activities & Programs

Graham Dickinson SPIRIT Skate Park

March 10 - December 2

Graham Dickinson S.P.I.R.I.T. Skate Park  

Hours of Operation 
SUMMER: 7 days a week (12:00 noon - dusk)
FALL (begins 9/1): Weekdays 3:00 pm to dusk
Weekends/Holidays: 12:00 noon to dusk
The skate park follows the Ridgefield Public School schedule and closes for the season on December 2, 2012

Participant Agreement/Waiver click here.

Skate Park Memberships
Summer Membership (June 14 - August 30): $100 residents, $130 non-residents
Fall Membership (August 31 - December 2): $75 residents, $105 non-residents
Full Season Membership (March 10 - December 2): $219 residents, $299 non-residents
Weekday Daily Drop-in: $7 residents, $12 non-residents
Weekend/Holiday Daily Drop-in: $10 residents, $15 non-residents
Skaters 18 years +: $5 per day
6-Visit Pass: $50 residents, $75 non-residents

Fall Lessons
 Children will learn how to skateboard or inline skate with experienced teachers in a safe and fun environment. 
Sessions are available in 6-lesson packages. Students may take lessons 2 days/week (Tues. & Thurs.), or 1 day/week (Tues. OR Thurs.).  Experienced and friendly instructors will evaluate the students and group them by ability level.  Full safety gear is required. Skate park members receive a $30 discount on lessons.

Tuesday & Thursdays
Session 1: September 13 - October 4
Session 2: October 6 - October 27
Session 3: November 1 - November 17
(no class on 9/29, 10/11.  Make-ups willl be held on November 22, 2011)

Pee Wee  4:00-4:30 pm $60 Members, $90 Non-members:  Skaters 7 years and under will learn the basics in an age appropriate and comfortable setting — geared towards youngsters long on energy and short on attention span!  Patient and friendly instructors will help skaters feel confident on their boards or skates as they try out the skate park.  Skaters will move at their own pace and receive individual instruction when possible.

Ramp 1 (Beginner) 4:30-5:30 pm $105 Members, $135 Non-members:  Skaters of all ages and ability levels will learn the fundamentals and begin to navigate around the skate park—using appropriate ramps and obstacles as they are ready.  Simple tricks are taught in a friendly, supportive and non-competitive setting. Skaters may advance to Ramp 2 as skills improve.

Ramp 2 (Intermediate) 5:30-6:30 pm $105 Members, $135 Non-members:  Skaters of all ages will learn advanced tricks and maneuvers like full spins (360’s), half spins (180’s), Ollies, Kickflips, Shuvits, 50-50’s, Nosegrinds and more!  Taught by experienced instructors.  Intermediate students will come away from this course with a large repertoire of tricks and the skills necessary to compete at the Intermediate level of competition.

For Summer skate camps click here.

Skate Park Rental
For birthdays or private functions.  Rental includes 2 hours at the park, 1 monitor, up to 16 participants (including guest of honor), tables and a refrigerator for drinks/snacks.  Instructors are available for an extra fee.
Fees: $159 Members, $189 Non-members
Call Linda at 203-431-2368 to schedule.

Private Lessons
Inline and skateboard private lessons are available for all ages and abilities.  Please call Linda at 203-431-2368 with questions and to schedule lessons.
Fees: $40 per hour, $25 per ½ hour.