Children's lessons
“My daughter is 7 and has been attending Max's club lessons every week for just over a year.”Alizé GrasReview · translated excerpt
The skateboard school that helps you progress
Skateboard lessons in Avignon and nearby
Old Skullz Skateboard is a skateboard club based in Provence, offering year-round lessons for children, teenagers and adults at the skateparks of Avignon, Noves, Le Thor and L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Beginner and experienced groups, flexible adult lessons and competition preparation: you choose your pace, we take care of the rest.
For kids · For pros · For everyone
A skateboard school and club, version 2.0
Welcome to Old Skullz Skateboard, a French skateboard school whose mission is toinspire the next generation of riders.
The club is the ideal place to nurture your passion, grow as a person and develop your skateboarding skills while having fun — and much more.
Based in Avignon and at the skateparks of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Le Thor and Noves.
Here, we learn to skate, push our limits… and live a better life.
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More than a skate lesson: a real learning environment
What makes our skate lessons different?
For over 18 years, we've supported riders at every level: from their very first ollie to the French national team and the Olympic Games.
In our lessons, you benefit from:
- Professional coaches with French state-recognised qualifications who teach skating every day, not just every other weekend.
- A clear teaching approach: we break each trick down into simple steps suited to your level.
- A positive environment: building confidence and learning to manage fear.
- An incredible atmosphere: we progress as a group, encourage each other and celebrate tricks big and small.
- A whole-person approach: technique + mindset + fitness, inspired by elite athletes' preparation.
The result: riders who progress thoughtfully. Above all, riders who genuinely enjoy coming to the skatepark.
Watch our lessons in actionFrom the first ollie to competitions
Who are our skate lessons for?
From beginner sessions to high-level training.
Kids (from age 4)
Playful discovery, balance, movement and confidence. We play with the board and gently explore the basics.
Young riders (ages 8–17)
The aim: build strong foundations (pushing, ollies, 180s, first grinds), then structure your progress. We work on technique and mindset alike: handling fear, frustration and motivation.
Adults — beginners or returning skaters
Never stood on a board, or coming back after a 10–15-year break? We offer suitable time slots and a judgement-free space to progress at your own pace… and show that skating has no age limit.
Riders aiming for high-level performance
For those aiming for competitions and official circuits: precise technical work, training routines, performance-focused mental preparation, and links to Rise & Grind online coaching and Skate Camps.
Let's get started!
How a skate lesson works
A clear framework, from first contact to your first landed trick
Trial lesson
Book a time slot suited to your age and level. The aim: discover the atmosphere, meet the coach and start finding your feet on the board.
Club membership
To continue, join the Old Skullz Skateboard association. The seasonal membership (€50) includes insurance, club access, equipment loans (protective gear and boards if needed), club events and partner discounts.
Regular lessons
Group, flexible or private lessons all year round, with a programme that evolves with your level. We combine visualisation, games, technique, challenges and debriefs.
Support and progress
For the keenest riders, we connect lessons with the learning platform (to revisit ideas at home), online coaching (video feedback, physical and mental preparation) and Skate Camps (an intensive week to take your skating further).
Choose a step to explore what comes next.
Welcome
Where and when are lessons held?
Skate lessons at some of the region's best skateparks
Monday
10–11 am: Flexible adult lessons
5–6 pm – L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Tuesday
10–11 am: Flexible adult lessons
5–6 pm – Le Thor
Wednesday
1–2 pm – Avignon / Beginners
2–3 pm – Avignon / Experienced
4–5 pm – Noves / All levels
Thursday
Private/personalised coachingFR – Online or in person
Friday
Private/personalised coachingFR – Online or in person
Saturday
8–9 am – Private lesson by appointment
9–10 am – Avignon, flexible lessons
11 am–12 pm – Le Thor, flexible lessons
Any questions?
Not sure which time slot is right for you?
Contact us and we'll help you find the most suitable group.
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Skateboard lessons in Avignon
Our Avignon skate lessons welcome children, teens and adults, from beginners to experienced riders. We work on the basics (balance, pushing, ollies, first tricks) through to contest runs, in a supportive and motivating atmosphere.
Skateboard lessons in Le Thor
At Le Thor skatepark, we mainly offer lessons for young children, kids and teens: a great way to start or progress just minutes from Avignon, in a supportive skatepark setting.
Skateboard lessons in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
In L’Isle, kids and motivated young riders work on technique, confidence and independence at the skatepark.
Skateboard lessons in Noves
In Noves, our all-level lessons let children and teens progress together, from their first push to their first grinds, at an incredible skatepark — our favourite in the region!
Registration documents to download
More than a lesson: a whole ecosystem for progress
What you gain by joining the Old Skullz club
By joining Old Skullz skate lessons, you get:
- A regular framework: skate every week with a coach who follows your progress.
- Structured progress: we don't repeat random tricks endlessly; we follow a clear approach.
- A real community: motivated riders, events, contests and special sessions.
- Pathways to higher levels: Skate Camps, online coaching, mental preparation and, for the most committed, the French national team.
- A Rise & Grind philosophy: learn to fall, get up and persist… in skating and in life.
“You're not just coming for a lesson.
You're joining a world designed to help you progress.”
Free guide 🎁
5 key exercises to do at home
Receive the PDF and bonus video by email. This guide and its request form are in French.
Their words, their experience
Lessons through the eyes of riders and families.
12 experiences to explore. Their own words to give you a feel for the atmosphere and coaching.
Customer reviews
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Growing with the club
“Our son has already been learning with you for 5 years.”Aurélie GontierReview · translated excerpt
Technique & mindset
“Every explanation is precise and every piece of advice hits exactly the right spot.”Hugo CunhaReview · translated excerpt
Group atmosphere
“No judgement, just kindness, humour and mutual support.”Marion SoumilleReview · translated excerpt
First sessions
“He adapts to the level and, above all, to the personality of every club member.”Marina Meffre DoulaReview · translated excerpt
Returning as an adult
“Max watched me, then suggested simple exercises to correct some habits.”Thom SReview · translated excerpt
Teaching approach
“He shares his passion thoughtfully, adapting to every child.”JessicaReview · translated excerpt
Lessons in Noves
“Max always has the right techniques to motivate them and help them progress.”Jérôme MauchampReview · translated excerpt
Family lessons
“He knows how to put you at ease and adapt to every level.”Jean-François PicardGoogle review · translated excerpt
Teaching approach
“Each session combines technical progress, mental coaching and encouragement.”Amel p (Amel)Google review · translated excerpt
Skateboard lessons
“I highly recommend lessons with Max. The boys can't wait to get back!”Jennifer MasdupuyGoogle review · translated excerpt
Starting as an adult
“I had no experience and lots of enthusiasm, and Max helped me find my feet and discover those first sensations.”wary chloéGoogle review · translated excerpt
Choose your next step
Ready to skate?
We support professional riders
Over 10 athletes who trained with us went on to become French national team members, Olympians or professionals.
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Questions before you start skateboarding — FAQ
What's the atmosphere like during lessons?
The atmosphere is what our students and parents mention most in their reviews: kindness, fun, mutual support… and confidence at the end of each session. You don't find that spirit everywhere. It's not just a slogan: our riders and their parents describe it best in their reviews. We pay close attention to making everyone feel they belong. Skateboarding may look individual, but here it becomes a team sport too. Your child doesn't just come for a skate lesson: they join a real team where we progress together, in an atmosphere we care deeply about.
Do I need my own skateboard and protective equipment?
No, not to get started. If your child, or you, doesn't have equipment yet, we can loan boards and protective gear, especially at first while you see whether skating is for you. You can come to the trial lesson with nothing; we'll take care of it. Then we'll help you choose the right setup if your rider gets hooked.
Will my child often get hurt skateboarding?
Minor knocks can happen, as in cycling or football. Falling is part of skateboarding, so we learn how to fall more safely — and how to get back up. The message is the same as in life: not just whether we fall, but how we respond afterwards. Do we give up, or get up a little stronger and more confident? That's what we work on with our students. They leave with more than tricks: they develop their mindset too.
My child has never skated. Can they still join?
Absolutely. Your child doesn't need to know how to stand on a board to start lessons. We welcome kids who have never stepped on a skateboard: we begin with balance, posture, safer falling and the first sensations of rolling. Groups are organised by age and level, so they won't be placed with riders already doing big tricks. The idea is to progress at their own pace, without pressure, and keep smiling.
Who teaches the lessons? Is the coach a qualified professional?
Lessons are mainly led by Max Cherarak, a skateboard specialist with several coaching qualifications. He has coached for over 18 years, supporting thousands of riders at every level from across France. An athlete, teaching expert and trained mental performance coach, he brings a rare depth of experience. In short, your child — or you — is in professional hands.
Skate lessons and skateboard club
At a glance
• Where? Avignon, Noves, Le Thor, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (Provence, France)
• Who is it for? Children (from age 4), teens and adults, beginners to experienced riders
• When? All year round, plus camps during French school holidays
• Coaches: Coaches with French state-recognised qualifications, 17 years of experience, a recognised club in France
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