Any child who can follow simple instructions is a potential skater. Stop. Go. Sit. Stand. Up. Down. Little skaters will never do everything we want them to do, but basic instructions must be followed for safety and to learn, even if the learning is in game form. Make sure your child can get up from the …
If your child has never tried inline or quad roller skating, he or she is missing out on one of the easiest, most economical and safest fitness activities for youth. Most children are able to skate (or at least mobile) on the first day they try it. Once the kids are confident on skates, the …
he wide wheel base of the quad roller skate makes it a more fun, stable and comfortable skate for general all-around session skating. Roller skates and quad skates are certainly once again gaining popularity in the roller rinks and in parks as opposed to the inline skate, which is built for speed and for going in …
What the skater whishes to achieve are true edges with no deviation in the curve of the skate. The highest durometer wheel is needed to get maximum roll from the effort. It is of utmost importance that the skater be able to roll as far as possible with as little effort. In this type of skating the …
The roller dance skate is similar to the freestyle skate but has a much softer leather boot and should give the skater more flexibility in the ankle to make deeper edges. The plate must have a very true action and there will be toe stop required, and is usually replaced with a dance plug. The …
The freestyle roller skate will use the same type of boots and models as a freestyle ice skater. The freestyle boot should be somewhat rigid and firm to give the skater adequate ankle support for their spins and jumps. A leather boot is preferred due to it’s flexibility and support. The plate should be made of an …
These are very good skates for very young children to learn to move at a slow speed with wheels on their feet. Many people relate this to walking on skates. As the child progresses, serious consideration should be given to moving them up to a quality type quad roller skate. These may be purchased from your local …
You will get the best price and bargain for your money with a tennis shoe (sneaker) skate. These type of skates are very popular with the ladies. Any type of roller skate, whether speed skate or recreational skate may be adapted to outdoor skating by using an outdoor type wheel, which should be a high-impact and …
Throw a pair of skates into the mix and you’ll have your students sliding and gliding towards a very memorable learning experience, plenty of laughs and some great stories to tell. Get your students active, enthusiastic and refreshed at our world-class ice sports facility with experienced coaching staff who will take your students on a journey …
We carry roller blades that cater to those who’ve been at it forever as well as inline skates for those who are slightly newer to the activity. Our roller blades come in various colors and styles, so you’ll be sure to find a pair that’s in line with your goals and desired activities. If you’re …