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Hello, Hello~ I've been dabbling in BSL since this time last year (no notable improvements- my own fault haha), but I've taken it back up again! This time I've added another motivation to the mix. Before it was simply because I enjoy learning languages and want to do better in terms of every-day accessibility. I still strongly believe that BSL and/or SSE should be taught in schools just how we are taught Foreign languages... Anyway! I've side tracked! In the year since joining, I've actually become a roller skate coach, teaching people in London, there are some qualified BSL skate coaches as well as deaf skaters who use BSL, so what I want is to just casually use it and get hearing people out of their bubble and more used to seeing signs. Plus, if we're to use "made up signs" anyway, might as well use real British Signs. {In skating, especially in a rink when the music is loud, us marshals use whistles and signs to signal each other and the guests, so makes sense to use SSE or BSL. So if anyone knows of a London Roller Skater who is deaf or signs, or has any recommendations for me, the channels open ^^ Okay, I'll stop waffling now haha

For decribing hobbies I'd like to say I play the piano. Whilst the signs for piano and guitar are included in the course, I can't find anything online about the verb 'to play' when it's about an instrument. And I don't think signing 'I piano' makes much sense! Does anyone know what an appropriate sign for this is? Thanks

Hi there! My name is Paige, I am a nineteen year old student and I am currently learning BSL online during this corona virus lock down period. I would love to get the chance to practice and develop my skills alongside you through video calls where we can practice what we know and even discuss issues or new ways of learning BSL. I can be a little shy at first, so please excuse me if I am a little quiet. I am excited to begin this journey with you!