Inline Speed Skating in Essex
Join Essex Skating Club (Formerly Team SWF)
A Community-Driven Speed Skating Club for All Abilities
Essex Skating Club is a friendly, inclusive, and performance-focused inline speed skating team based in Essex. Formerly known as Team SWF, the club was established in 2021 and has grown into a welcoming community of skaters who train together for fun, fitness, and competitive performance.
Whether you are completely new to inline speed skating or already have skating experience and want to go faster, Essex Skating Club provides the guidance, structure, and support to help you progress safely and confidently.
Who Can Join?
Essex Skating Club welcomes new skaters of all backgrounds and experience levels, including:
Complete beginners to the sport
Recreational skaters looking to improve
Fitness skaters wanting structured training
Competitive athletes aiming for racing and performance
If you can skate and are eager to learn, the club will help you develop the skills needed for inline speed skating.
What Is Inline Speed Skating?
Inline speed skating is a fast-paced, exciting sport that combines technique, fitness, balance, and race tactics. Skaters train individually and as part of a pack, learning how to skate efficiently at speed while maintaining control, awareness, and confidence.
It’s an excellent sport for:
Cardiovascular fitness
Strength and endurance
Coordination and balance
Discipline and goal-setting
What You Will Learn
New members joining Essex Skating Club receive structured coaching and support, covering all key areas of inline speed skating:
🛼 Skating Fundamentals
Correct skating posture and balance
Efficient stride technique
Weight transfer and edge control
Stopping safely at speed
⚡ Speed & Performance
Building speed safely and progressively
Maintaining speed with less effort
Improving acceleration and endurance
Skating efficiently over longer distances
🔄 Cornering & Track Skills
High-speed cornering techniques
Lane awareness and positioning
Track etiquette and safety
Skating confidently around others
🏁 Pack Skating & Race Tactics
Drafting and slipstreaming
Pack positioning and awareness
Overtaking techniques
Race strategy and pacing
💪 Strength, Fitness & Conditioning
Skating-specific fitness
Core strength and stability
Injury prevention
Warm-ups and recovery techniques
Fun, Inclusive & Performance-Focused
Essex Skating Club is proud to be:
Community-driven
Inclusive and welcoming
Supportive at all skill levels
Some skaters train purely for enjoyment and fitness, while others progress towards competitive racing and sports performance. Both pathways are equally valued, and members are encouraged to set goals that suit them.
From Fun Skating to Competition
For those who wish to compete, Essex Skating Club provides a pathway into:
Organised inline speed skating events
Regional and national competitions
Performance-focused training environments
Skaters are never pressured to race — competition is optional and supported when members feel ready.
Why Join Essex Skating Club?
✔ Established club with experienced skaters
✔ Structured coaching and guidance
✔ Friendly, inclusive environment
✔ Clear progression from beginner to advanced
✔ Great way to stay fit and active
✔ Be part of a growing inline speed skating community in Essex
Ready to Get Started?
If you’ve ever wanted to try inline speed skating — or take your skating to the next level — Essex Skating Club would love to hear from you.
👉 New members are always welcome.
👉 Come along, meet the team, and discover one of the most exciting skating sports around.
Contact Us.
Email us for more information on becoming part of the team.