Whether you've never stepped on a board or you're looking to master your e-skate, Eskate Lesson gives you the skills, safety knowledge, and confidence to carve streets on electric wheels — from your very first session.
We designed the first session to remove all the guesswork. Show up, and we handle everything. Here's exactly what happens from the moment you arrive.
We meet at the agreed location. Before anything else, we do a full gear check. Please bring your own helmet, wrist guards, knee pads, and elbow pads — we do not provide protective gear by default. Wearing your own gear ensures a proper fit and keeps the session moving safely. If you have questions about what to bring, reach out before your session.
You meet your board. We cover the hardware — deck, trucks, wheels, motor — and then spend solid time on the remote. Throttle response, braking feel, and safety cutoff. Board is on, flat surface, no moving yet.
Board is off. You stand on it, shift weight, practice your stance. We correct foot placement and center of gravity. This 5-minute step saves beginners from most early falls.
Board on, minimum speed, flat path. Your instructor rides alongside. First roll is always a grin. We go slow, build confidence, and never push past your comfort zone.
Progressive braking drills — the most critical skill on an electric board. We gradually increase speed and practice controlled stops until you feel completely in command.
You ride. We observe and give real-time feedback, celebrating how far you came in one session. A great way to close out your first time on an electric board.
At Eskate Lesson, safety isn't a formality — it's the foundation. Every session begins with a full safety brief before anyone touches a board. We don't rush it.
You are never riding alone. Your instructor is alongside you throughout the full session, monitoring speed, posture, and environment at all times.
We ride pre-scouted, low-traffic routes away from heavy car traffic. Sessions adapt to weather and current surface conditions.
Electric boards accelerate faster than expected. We prepare you mentally before your first roll. No surprises — we've planned for everything a beginner experiences.
Protective gear is not provided — please bring your own. Below is the full list of what every rider must have before their session begins. No gear, no ride. Safety is non-negotiable.
All participants ride entirely at their own risk. Electric skateboarding and electric longboarding are action sports that involve inherent risks, including but not limited to falls, collisions, equipment malfunction, and bodily injury. Eskate Lesson provides instruction, safety guidance, protective equipment, and supervised riding environments to minimize risk — but cannot eliminate it.
By booking and participating in any Eskate Lesson session, you acknowledge and accept full personal responsibility for any injury, accident, or loss that may occur during training or riding. Eskate Lesson, its instructors, and affiliates accept no liability whatsoever. Participants under 18 require written parental or guardian consent prior to any session.
Ride smart. Wear your gear. Have the time of your life — responsibly.
Eskate Lesson was born out of a simple belief: electric skateboarding is one of the most joyful ways to move through a city — and it doesn't have to be intimidating. Our sessions are affordable, safety-conscious, and genuinely fun. Whether you're chasing a new commute or a new thrill, we'll get you rolling the right way.
Lombard, Illinois
Session spots confirmed on booking — location details shared upon scheduling.
All sessions are by appointment. Book at least 24 hours in advance. Cancellations with 12+ hours notice are fully refunded.