In 1978 the Skateboard Club was formed- Thanks to the Headmaster who authorised the injection of much needed capital we have been really been able to get airborne. Since then we have paid for the materials and built a ramp and skills have increased substantially. From Semi-Gremlins with two left feet the majority have progressed to become proficient, if not outrageously radical Dock-Town Skaters.
From a few basic tricks to a serious of complex manoeuvre like Terminal Tailblocks at the blue tile level, Some members have experienced total centrifugal fugal compression by delivering 4 out kingpin grinding axle slides (the ramp still bears the scars).
Quite unbelievable results have been squeezing themselves from existing equipment. Unreal airborne realities have been repeatedly achieved by the mad-dog D-Town fringe.
The full commitment group forming the club's backbone have braved smashed knees, plastic hip sockets and a number of street pizzas to experience the profound joys of life or death skate flight and the exhilaration that self expression in it's most dynamic form can bring.
Generally, we have had comparatively few fatalities despite the number and experience of some- of the more junior members, This, no doubt is due to our stringent safety rules. A final thank you then, to boys and members of Staff who have supported us.
N.C.J.
P.S. Why not try your hand at skating - it's a real gas!