Skate Advice Blog

Roller skating is more than just a fun pastime; it's a fantastic way to stay active and healthy. This enjoyable activity provides numerous health benefits that cater to all age groups. Whether you're a child learning to skate or an adult looking to maintain wellness, roller skating has something to offer everyone. In this post, we will explore the various health benefits of roller skating, making it easy for individuals of all ages to incorporate it into their lifestyles.

Why people want to learn to roller skate in 2025 - there are so many reasons to get started today!

Roller skating has far reaching benefits for Gen- Xers - mental wellbeing, increased feelings of confidence and joy are all reported.

The wheels start rolling. Slowly, then picking up speed quite quickly as the hill gets steeper. I've learned that I love blasting down a hi

by Mel @troubleon8wheels I've spoken to a lot of people about their roller skating goals and many of them are interested in roller dance....

We've spoken to lots of folks who quite rightly view their roller skate time as their commitment to their self-care. It is through this...

by Mel Blackwood Many of the skaters come to us at the very start of their roller skate journey and we are delighted to see their...

by Mel Blackwood Being active has many benefits - looking after our physical health, by keeping our bodies active is important. We have...

Off skates? How about this game that requires minimal equipment?

by Mel Blackwood @troubleon8wheels Have you ever stopped to wonder why roller skating means so much to so many people? Why does someone...

by Mel Blackwood October sees World Mental Health Day, Black History Month, and many more observations to raise awareness and make us...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels It's time to spill. Why do we all roller skate? Why is it such an important part of our lives? Why do we insist...

words by Mel Blackwood @troubleon8wheels All stunning photographs @paulcraigphoto The meet ups hosted by us are designed to be the most...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels We received two more boxes today - one with skates and helmets, one with Sunlite and Avanti plates. Yesterday...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels "No-one roller skates where I live," is something we hear in messages and our shop. We get it. You've had a...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels I hope no-one reads this, but if you do, I hope you find it useful. [Adapted from Steven Bartlett] Pledge to...

A mental health perspective by Mel Blackwood I often say that roller skating is a journey. What I mean is it's a journey to learning...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels In re-visiting the 'My Roller Skate Journey' mini binder this year, it's lovely to be able to pause and reflect...

by Mel @troubleon8wheels I'm just reflecting over the last year of running a small business. Many people may start a business thinking...

By Alex @dangergayskater (Instagram) Hi, my name’s Alex. I'm a 22-year-old trans masculine non-binary skater from London. Although I...