Lessons are groups of six to eight students. They spend some time independent rolling, working on skills, and then also roll other students. In competition, two people are on the log at the same time. We want the kids to get a feeling of competition with other students. We have a structured lesson plan with levels and testing at each level. As the students increase in ability, the instructors add more detail and skills. We will end each lesson with a little competition or some fun games.
AGE
All age groups are based on the age of the student as of January first of that year. If a student is five on January first, but turns six in the spring, they are considered five for log rolling.
We require student to be four years old by January first to participate in log roll lessons. This age usually offers the coordination and maturity to participate in lessons.
NRR uses a skill level assessment. We have four levels of skill and assessments. Each student will be tested one to two times per year. The skills taught will increase with even level attained.
Students
Namekagon River Rollers teaches the sport of log rolling to youth in the Hayward area. We hold lessons in the summer months at Lumberjack Bowl. We offer lessons to children from age 4 to 16. Classes are offered in the summer months of June, July, and August. Check every year for the exact dates! Students sign up for lessons two days a week and are grouped together by age and ability. Lesson times vary by age; younger rollers will have 30-minute lessons, while older rollers will have 45 or 60 minute lessons. We hold lessons Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Daytime and evening hours are available.
In 2019 we began offering boom run instruction! We structure a class for students 12 to 16, teaching advanced log rolling and boom running. Student must reach the level of "advanced beginner".
Sign up for classes here!
OPEN ROLL
Open roll is offered at the end of each lesson day. as a way to get more time on the log. This is open to all student currently enrolled in lessons.
Adults and Professionals are welcome to join open roll, please contact us before participating and complete the information sheet and waiver. There is a fee for open roll by the day, week or summer season.
TRY LOG ROLL- ONE DAY CLASS
NRR offers the chance to give log rolling a try. Sign up for a one-time class to try the sport. We will offer numerous days and times during the summer. Groups of 2 to 5 or more, can schedule a time slot, under the direction of our instructors, anyone can try log rolling. Click this link to Eventbrite to register!