National Skate Patrol
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National Skate Patrol is a volunteer service organization created in New York
in 1992 in order to help roller skaters better interact with the larger public. NSP instructs inline skaters on basic technique, safety equipment, and etiquette.
, Canada
, and England
http://www.skatepatrol.org/links.html.
Though all NSP patrollers are volunteers, each must pay nominal annual dues ($25 as of 2010) and are strongly encouraged to commit regular time to local chapter events. These may include stopping clinics, patrolling and/or other chapter events that support inline skating and skate safety. For purposes of dues and membership, NSP seasons are based on a calendar year (Jan-Dec).
All NSP patrollers MUST wear helmets and wrist guards whenever on skates as an NSP patroller. Knee and elbow pads are optional but highly recommended.
New York
New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east...
in 1992 in order to help roller skaters better interact with the larger public. NSP instructs inline skaters on basic technique, safety equipment, and etiquette.
History
NSP was created in 1992 by members of the New York Road Skaters Association and the IISA (International Inline Skating Association). They quickly expanded and there are currently 16 NSP chapters http://www.nationalskatepatrol.org/ around the world in the United StatesUnited States
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, Canada
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
, and England
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
http://www.skatepatrol.org/links.html.
Start and Stop Clinics
NSP volunteers teach new skaters and those who have problems using their heel brakes how to stop.http://www.skatepatrol.org/clinics.html Many clubs also teach basic techniques including how to properly use safety equipment.Chapters
- Boston, MA
- Chicago, IL
- Dallas, TX
- London, England
- New York, NY
- Philadelphia, PA
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Puerto Rico
- San Francisco, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Syracuse, NY
- Vancouver, BC
- Vancouver, BC (2nd site)
Joining NSP
NSP patrollers must be proficient inline skaters who are able to teach basic forward motion and proper use of the heel brake. All patrollers must pass a basic certification test that includes both written questions and a hands-on teaching evaluation. Anyone interested in becoming an NSP patroller can contact a local chapter for more information.Though all NSP patrollers are volunteers, each must pay nominal annual dues ($25 as of 2010) and are strongly encouraged to commit regular time to local chapter events. These may include stopping clinics, patrolling and/or other chapter events that support inline skating and skate safety. For purposes of dues and membership, NSP seasons are based on a calendar year (Jan-Dec).
All NSP patrollers MUST wear helmets and wrist guards whenever on skates as an NSP patroller. Knee and elbow pads are optional but highly recommended.