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It’s a minefield isn’t it. You just bought your new skates, having agonised over which skates are right for you, the size, the material… and then you realised it’s not ‘natural’ and in fact you do need some protective gear.Falling hurts – at any age – but the longer you’ve spent NOT falling, the more of a shock it is. You hit the ground surprisingly fast, with no reaction time. It takes time for your body to learn how to relax on roller skates, so for us, protective pads are important! In fact, we often suggest to new skaters to…
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Hopefully you’ve enjoyed working on challenging your balance?If not, head back to Part 1 of this mini-series and check out the linked video.I really should have put this part – falling – first. However, I also didn’t want to put people off… so it’s part 2.We don’t like to practise falling publicly. Falling is associated with failure and therefore, shame. However, we can unlearn this to make falling a powerful part of learning. Embracing learning to fall is essential to become a more confident roller skater.Every time you fall, you connect your mind and body a little more. You body…
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Finally! The long awaited installment for this mini-series.Having tested and re-tested these techniques and drills with people over a number of years, we are confident when we say these are techniques that work.If you missed them – you can find parts 1 and 2 linked below.If you don’t feel like watching a video right now, it’s all about stopping and controlling your speed. We believe that if you have a range of different methods to feel in control in different situations, you will approach these situations with more confidence. Even if you end up falling, you will learn more about…
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Custom Colour split: WIFA Deluxe Two-Tone on a Falcon Pilot F-16 Plate in Polished PurpleSo, you’ve dipped your toes into the wonderful world of roller skating, you might already own a pair of skates, but now you’re itching to take your skills to the next level? We hear you! When you’re ready to explore new moves, gain more confidence, and really make your mark in our studio, on the rink or the street, your trusty beginner boots might start feeling a little limiting. That’s where WIFA boots come in!We believe WIFA boots are the ultimate “second boot” – an incredible upgrade…
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