Leon Toppin is a professional skateboard instructor based in Westchester County, offering private and group lessons for kids, teens, adults, and families. Leon has been skating for over 30 years and teaching for more than 15. He works with students as young as 4 and as old as 65. Whether your child is stepping on a board for the very first time or already comfortable riding and ready to learn their first tricks, Leon creates a safe, patient, and encouraging environment where kids build real confidence at their own pace. Every lesson is personalized. Leon starts by understanding where your child is and what they want to learn, then builds a plan around their comfort level and goals. He provides skateboards and helmets if needed, so you don't have to worry about equipment. Lessons take place at local and private skate parks and outdoor spaces across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, and parts of Connecticut. Parents love working with Leon because he genuinely connects with kids. He doesn't rush them toward tricks they aren't ready for. He focuses on balance, coordination, and body awareness first, then builds from there. Kids leave each session feeling like they accomplished something real. Leon is also an actor and performer who has appeared on HBO's Betty and in features with Hypebeast and Vans. He brings that creative energy into his teaching, treating skateboarding as a form of self-expression rather than just a sport. Lesson options include private one-on-one instruction ($120/hour), a 3-Lesson Package ($300) for students who want to build momentum over multiple sessions, and group lessons ($80/person) for friends, siblings, or birthday parties. Custom coaching is also available for corporate events, wellness programs, and brand activations. Not sure if lessons are right for your child? Book a free 15-minute consultation at leontoppin.com to chat with Leon before committing. Learn more and book at leontoppin.com
