Inline-skating and speed skating
In spring and summer we practice inline-skating at the sports center OpNoord, where we use the 400 m cycle/skate track. Beginners and/or small children train at a nearby school square. We have specific training groups for children, beginners and advanced riders. So all IJCE members are welcome as we have groups for all levels and ambitions.
Inline skating is the closest you can get to the ice skating technique. Inline skating will help you develop: your skating posture, stronger ankle muscles, a better and prolonged sideways push, and a better cornering technique both anti-clockwise and clockwise. Attention is paid to safe riding on roads and to games and match riding: starting and braking techniques as well as riding backwards and jumping a ramp are part of the training.
The training is on Saturday morning with four groups of beginners and average riders on the first training hour and one group of fast riders on the second hour. The smaller children are trained by: Eveline, Marte, Maud, Nora, Esther and Carlijn. The more advanced youth have Martijn, Daan and Jens as trainers. The beginning adults are trained by Lesley and Marijn. The fast riders during the second hour are trained by Marijn.
So join us on the track and prepare in the sun for next skating season!
- When do we start?
We start training towards the end of April. Look in the agenda for the precise date of the first training. All trainings are also included in the calendar.
This year (2024) we will start May 4. - What are the training times and locations?
8:45-9:45: training for young children and beginning adults. These trainings take place on the cycle/skate track at OpNoord. On occasion, (part of) the training is done at the school square of the Stedelijk College. Please be there 15 minutes in advance (so at 8:30) to put on your skates and protection (head, wrist, elbow and knees). The parking and track at OpNoord open at 8:30.
10:00-11:00: training for the more advanced youngsters and adults on the cycle/skate track at OpNoord. In between the beginner and advanced training, there is a time period of 15 minutes to do a warming-up. Of course, be careful with our smaller members from the first training hour.
All trainings are about one hour. After that, there is an opportunity to use the track if there are no activities organized at OpNoord. In the Paviljoen at the track, you can get a cup of coffee, tea or a soda. - From what age can children join the skate lessons?
Children who can stand and move on their skates by themselves are welcome, regardless of their age. Parents of young children are required to stay near the lessons to help adjust the skates, visit the bathroom and so on. Children up to the age of ten have to be able to count on their parents/guardian during the training session. Dropping children off at the lesson and returning for pick up afterwards is not allowed for this age group; parental attendance is required. - Do I need to register?
Yes, please register on this subscription page. - What are the costs?
Check the membership fee page to see the fees for the different age groups. - Is it only for IJCE members?
Yes. Check membership fees and costs on the membership fee page. - What equipment do I need?
To participate you need inline skates or speed skates and proper protection. A helmet and proper joint protection (wrist, elbow, knees) are compulsory. For the introductory lesson we have some equipment in common sizes that can be borrowed for that occasion. Please inquire after the possibilities BEFOREHAND at inlineskaten@ijce.nl. - Where can I buy inline-skates/speed skates and protection?
There are several shops in the neighbourhood: Rono Sport in Eindhoven, Decathlon in Best, Intersport van de Biggelaar in Eindhoven or De Wit in Schijndel. - When does the inline season end?
Training continues until mid September. The season consists of about 20 training sessions. In mid summer there is a break of 4 weeks (end of July, beginning of Augustus) when there will be no training. - Can I try it out, before I register for participation?
Yes, you can have one free introductory training/lesson. Apply for this using the button above. After that, you decide if you want to join. - How are membership fees paid?
After you apply for a membership you will receive a confirmation from our member administration together with an overview of the costs and the method of payment (generally automated bank transfer). - Who can tell me more?
The trainers can tell you more, ask them on the track. Send a message to inlineskaten@ijce.nl if you have additional questions.