Pelham
Skateboard Lessons in Pelham
One-on-one instruction at Glover Field, Shore Road Park, and other spots around Pelham.
Why Learn in Pelham
Minutes from Leon's Home Base
Pelham sits between New Rochelle and Mount Vernon, right in Leon's regular teaching area. That makes it easy to find times that work and keeps travel short.
Good Parks, Low Crowds
Glover Field and the parks around Pelham have flat, paved areas without heavy foot traffic. That gives students space to practice without dodging people or feeling self-conscious.
Where Lessons Happen
Leon teaches at parks and open areas around Pelham. Here are the spots he uses most.
Glover Field
A large open field with paved areas around the perimeter. Leon uses the flat stretches for pushing practice and basic turning drills. Plenty of room for beginners to get comfortable.
Pelham Memorial Park
Near the Wolfs Lane Park area, this park has smooth walkways and enough space to work on fundamentals without interruption. A good fit for younger students.
Shore Road Park
Paved paths along the waterfront with a relaxed feel. Leon uses this spot for cruising practice and working on longer rides once students have the basics down.
What to Expect
Before getting on the board, Leon asks what you’re hoping to learn. Beginners start with stance, balance, and pushing. If you’ve skated before, he picks up wherever you left off and builds from there.
Lessons are about an hour. Leon brings boards and helmets. Wear flat-soled sneakers and clothes you can move in. Helmets are required for students under 18.
Lesson Rates
All lessons include boards, helmets, and travel to your chosen spot in Pelham.
Private Lesson
$120
per hour
3-Lesson Package
$300
save $60
Group Lesson
$80
per person
What Students Say
“Leon explains skating in a way that finally made it click for me. After two sessions I was cruising through the park on my own.”
Marcus D.
Google Review
“Leon, besides being an exceptional skater, is incredibly insightful and helpful when it comes to teaching and breaking down tricks in a very digestible way.”
Da C.
Google Review
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Frequently Asked Questions
Glover Field, Pelham Memorial Park (near the Wolfs Lane Park area), and Shore Road Park are the most common spots. Leon chooses based on what you're working on and which surface works best.
Private lessons are $120 per hour. The 3-lesson package is $300 ($100 per session), and group lessons are $80 per person with a 2-person minimum. Boards and helmets included.
Absolutely. Leon works with kids as young as four or five. First lessons focus on standing on the board, finding their balance, and learning to push. He keeps it fun and pressure-free.
Flat-soled sneakers and clothes you can move around in. Leon brings the skateboard and helmet. If it's a warm day, bring water.
Pelham is right between New Rochelle and Mount Vernon, so it's one of the closest areas to where Leon is based. Scheduling is easy.
Reach out to Leon at (914) 294-4407 by text or book online at leontoppin.com/book. He'll get back to you within a day with available times.
Start Skating in Pelham
Book a private lesson with Leon at Glover Field or a spot near you.