CAMP SkateIA 2026

May 15–17, 2026 • San Diego, CA

Beyond beginner level • Open to the public

Three unforgettable days of skating, learning, and community! CAMP SkateIA brings together the world’s top instructors for immersive classes across multiple skating disciplines—plus a Friday night skate, swag, and memories that last a lifetime.

Schedule of events

Main Camp Overview

Main CAMP for Skaters Beyond Beginner Level
May 15/16/17 (3 Days this year!)

Friday Schedule — May 15
Location: Sunset View Rink
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Enjoy a full‑day of instruction across a wide range of skating disciplines, taught by elite instructors in a supportive and fun environment. Friday will be about creating and learning foundational skills across 5 disciplines.
Friday Night Skate
End the day with a community skate on a new, well‑lit route, open to all camp participants. (Unhosted)
Saturday — May 16
Location: Sunset View Rink
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Classes continue all day
End the day with a Dance & Dinner (unhosted) Liberty Station intended but TBD)
Sunday — May 17
Main Camp Continues with Classes all day in 2 locations
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Memorial Skate Park
• Skate Park Classes for those of you who are new to this. Regularly voted favorite class at camp
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Sunset View Rink
• Camp classes resume
Main Camp concludes at 4:30 PM

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Pre‑Camp Programs - Mastery of the classroom course

For Instructors
Wednesday, May 13
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Snapdragon Park
$175
(Includes a $50 discount for current members)

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Instructor Development Day

Thursday, May 14
Free for All Current Members
A collaborative, skills‑focused development day where attendees vote on which skills are taught from our Recreation & Artistic Advanced Technical Skills list. Up to 15 skills will be covered with step‑by‑step breakdowns, troubleshooting tips, and optional Urban and Wizard‑style techniques. The day concludes with one or two fun group skate games.
Schedule
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Morning skill sessions
12:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Lunch break
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Group game
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Afternoon skill sessions
Industry Dinner (Unhosted)
Open to all members
Join us for a casual community dinner exploring the state of the skating industry, opportunities for member involvement, and ways to expand our collective impact.
Location announced separately.

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Post Camp - Level 1 – Core Certification

(For instructors or those interested in becoming instructors)
Monday, May 18
1‑Day In‑Person Course + Online Self‑Study
Must be pre‑registered by May 4
$325
Includes:
Camp discount
Free admission to Thursday Instructor Development Day
Location: Snapdragon Park

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