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Our 20,000-square-foot Golden Valley facility provides the ultimate environment for riders of all ages and skill levels to progress safely under the guidance of the most experienced instructors in the Midwest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eCamp Schedule \u0026amp; Quick Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop off at 8:30 AM \/ Camp Runs 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 850 Florida Ave S \/ Golden Valley, MN \/ 55426\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Ages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 \u0026amp; Up (Younger riders welcome—see below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eFind Your Skill Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur small-group instruction ensures every skater is paired with riders of similar ability:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 1 - Brand New:\u003c\/strong\u003e Literally zero experience. Learning to stand and push.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 2 - Beginner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can ride at home, but new to navigating a professional park flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 3 - Intermediate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% in control; ready to master park etiquette and obstacles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLevel 4 - Advanced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfecting technical tricks and dropping in on major ramp \u0026amp; more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs your child under 8?\u003c\/strong\u003e If they can handle 3 hours of group activity, they are welcome! If you’re unsure, we recommend a 1-on-1 private lesson to test the waters before committing to camp.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 3rd Lair Training Advantage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't just hire skaters; we train mentors. Every instructor completes \u003cstrong\u003e10+ hours of specialized training\u003c\/strong\u003e in teaching methodologies, youth engagement, and concussion safety. Many of our current coaches were 3rd Lair campers themselves!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\n\u003ch3\u003eGear \u0026amp; Safety Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Grade Skateboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please bring a real, functioning skateboard. We strongly discourage \"big box\" store or Amazon boards, as they often don't roll or turn, which can hurt a child's confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandatory Safety Gear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helmets are required. 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