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Family Day is right around the corner and the City of London is hosting a number of local programs and activities for those looking to get out for some good quality time this weekend. From pancake breakfasts to ice skating and roller skating, here’s what’s going on in the Forest City this Monday, Feb. 20.Free pancake breakfast and recreation activitiesThe East Lions Community Centre is gearing up for a morning of free activities this Family Day including a pancake breakfast, open gym session and arts and crafts session taking place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.East Lions Community Centre will…

Want to buy inline skates for your kids? Do you want to know the best inline skates for kids? If yes, then you need to go through the article. Deciding which inline skate to buy for your kids may be confusing. Don’t worry. We are here with a detailed analysis of some best inline skates. If you are wondering which are the best inline skates for kids. In this article, we will do a detailed study covering the features, pros, and cons of some best inline skates and hope that will make you decide which one you should buy for…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Residents in Puslinch will be dusting off those four-wheeled shoes. The township announced on Tuesday that a new drop-in roller-skating program is taking place at the Optimist Recreation Centre Rink on Brock Road.The program was based on a recommendation by the township’s youth advisory committee.In a news release, the program will provide an opportunity for individuals of all ages and skill levels to participate in a fun and engaging physical activity.The program will operate at least three times a week (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sunday) between May 23 and Oct. 29 with additional…

Skating, in general, is a good sport as it requires a good amount of physical as well as mental involvement to be able to perform advanced tricks. In recent years, roller skating has become more popular, which has led to a lot more equipment, especially skates, being made available. Do you enjoy roller skating and are looking for the best entertainment? Are you looking for the greatest and best outdoor roller skates for beginners? You have come to the right place. This article offers product reviews that are tailored to the needs of all the male skaters out there to…

When it comes to Christmas, lots of kids have the same request: “I would love some new skates!” Whether it’s Santa delivering the goods, Elf on the Shelf, the grandparents or a Christmas gift from some other awesome legend it’s always a good idea to know a few things before you arrive at Lucky Skates. Psst: While this post is mainly about buying skates for kids, a lot of the info here can be used for buying skates for an adult too.   1. Do they want inline skates or roller skates? Inline skates are often referred to as “roller blades”…

So, you love roller skating or inline skating and want to meet some people with the same interests? Then it’s time to get your skate on! The best way to contact most of the skating groups mentioned in this post is via their social media page and you can contact the roller rinks via phone. Please keep in mind that many groups are not-for-profit or volunteer-run so if you don’t get an answer within the day just be patient as someone will get back to you. Although we can’t list every single group in Perth and regional WA, here are a…

Well, it’s that time again. Off season is finished and the derby break is over. It’s time to get roller derby ready. But before you hit the track you need to get organised and check over everything in the ol’ skate bag. Here’s a few things to do and stuff to check over before you hit the track. For your safety, and the safety of others.   1. Wash your padding Did you wash all your gear at the end of your last training for the year? Or did you just throw it in your skate bag and hope for the best,…

Skate parks and roller skates? What a combination! Never in my life would I have thought I’d step foot into a bowl, especially with roller skates on. But after starting roller derby, it was only a matter of time before I discovered Chicks In Bowls and ramp skating. My life has been a whole lot of fun since then.   Where My Skaters At? I’m about to get really deep with y’all. The roller skating community is one of the most genuine and diverse communities I have ever been a part of.  Roller skating has helped me discover myself -…

Maybe you inherited them from Grandma, maybe you scored them off Gumtree or maybe you dug around in the back shed and fished those old rollerblades out of their dusty grave. Whatever the case, you now have an ollllllld pair of inline skates that you want to pimp out and get rolling on. But before you get going there are a few things you need to check over for your own safety and comfort. You may also need to upgrade some parts! Here are some tips on what to look for and what you might need to replace.   Rollin’ Rollin’ Rollin’ Okay, so…

As the original International HAMster (with Hit & Miss Mag – Australia’s number one roller derby magazine), Wheels McCoy has done her fair share of jet setting in the name of roller derby. While it comes with some caveats (as every skater and the reasons we take our skates anywhere might be different) here is Wheels McCoy’s checklist for what to pack for your next derby adventure!   1. Skates! This might seem obvious, but roller skates cannot be taken in hand luggage for domestic flights in Australia (at least, not without a lot of protest which is more trouble…