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Progression archive

Real Students. Real Trust. Real Progress.

I was once the kid trying to figure skateboarding out for myself. Now I help students find the pieces they were missing, build confidence, and understand why progress is possible.

Featured student story

Luna is the kind of student I am always trying to reach.

I met Luna a little over a year ago when she was a complete beginner and could barely rock to fakie in the mini bowl. She lives in Minnesota, but has flown out to skate with me around a dozen times because she believes in the way I teach. Seeing her this past weekend, she is almost unrecognizable from where she started.

Full handwritten note from Luna about skating with Haden.

Handwritten proof

I would rather show the real thing than dress it up.

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Handwritten note from Rommel describing Haden as an excellent communicator and teacher.
Rommel handwritten note

What families notice

I find the block quickly

Within a short period of time, I can usually see what is holding a student back and what needs to change next.

I teach the mental side

Skateboarding is 90% mental and 10% physical. A lot of progress starts when the student finally understands how to commit.

I break down the puzzle

Most people want to learn a kickflip, but you cannot learn a kickflip before you have built a real ollie.

I explain what I can do

Kids look up to my skating, but the real value is being able to explain it in a way they can actually use.

First step

Come See If I Am The Right Fit.

The first session lets me understand the student's confidence, what is blocking their progression, and what piece they need next.