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Skate Advice Blog


We *should* wear protective gear... But do you?
by Mel Blackwood As the title suggests... we know what we should do, but there are many reasons we don't do things that are the 'right...
Mel Blackwood
Dec 6, 20234 min read
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Keep Skating this Winter!
We know how difficult it is to leave the house once temperatures drop. We know it is even harder to get yourself to a large space that...

The Skate Sanctuary
Dec 2, 20232 min read
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Show Up to Grow - One Year Reflection
by Mel Blackwood This time last year, I was deep in writing a blog post every day. Finding the time to do this was definitely a...
Mel Blackwood
Nov 5, 20235 min read
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Our Shop is THREE!
Happy birthday to us! Spot the difference between October 2020 when we manage to open our shop, just 5 days before the UK went into...
Mel Blackwood
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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Skater Creative Market 18th November 2023
We are delighted to host a market of creative skaters - all these creatives are at different points on their roller skate journey, from...

The Skate Sanctuary
Oct 22, 20234 min read
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It's Party Season! Roller Skate Parties a-coming!
Hallowe'en Roller Disco Saturday October 28th, 2023 Corn Exchange It's our long awaited Hallowe'en roller disco at Leeds Corn Exchange. ...

The Skate Sanctuary
Oct 14, 20234 min read
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Embracing Autumn as a Roller Skater
From skate care to bad weather skating, to keeping cosy as we get colder and lighting up the dance floor during dark discos, we have...

The Skate Sanctuary
Oct 12, 20231 min read
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Good things come to those who wait: RGG Custom Skates
Have you been considering custom build roller skates, but are not sure what you want? At Roller Girl Gang we are passionate about...

The Skate Sanctuary
Oct 8, 20232 min read
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Best Independent Roller Skate Shops UK, 2023
"OMG I tried it and I love it! Now where do I buy roller skates?" We hear and see these stories frequently across social media platforms....

The Skate Sanctuary
Oct 5, 20233 min read
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Hallowe'en Disco 2023
Pumpkin Spiced Lattes!!! Our next Corn Exchange Disco is on the way and this year we'll be grooving to Spooktacular vibes with a...

The Skate Sanctuary
Sep 3, 20237 min read
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Roller Dance Tutorial: Step Wit It
The final roller dance tutorial this month is a roller dance combination created by our instructor Ronke, who was inspired by skaters and...

The Skate Sanctuary
Aug 28, 20233 min read
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How to Spin on Your Toes
Spinning seems to be one of those skills that people want to learn... There are lots of different spins - some much easier to control,...

The Skate Sanctuary
Aug 21, 20231 min read
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Roller Dance Tutorial : The Flower
Welcome to this week's Tutorial. Today we have a suggestion to practise that all important fundamental roller dance step - the cross...
Mel Blackwood
Aug 14, 20232 min read
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Toe Manual Tutorial
While we take a break from our Sunday classes, we've taken the opportunity to do a little (long overdue) video, so you have some things...

The Skate Sanctuary
Aug 7, 20231 min read
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Project House Roller Disco. FAQs
What to expect at Project House Roller Disco

The Skate Sanctuary
Aug 2, 20233 min read
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Unlocking your Potential: How to Level up your Skate Skills this Summer
Are you ready to level-up your skate skills this summer? Whether in-person or online, Roller Girl Gang are here to help. We would love to...
emilyfnixon
Jul 15, 20234 min read
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Annual Summer Skate Picnic 2023 Coming Your Way!
Get ready for an unforgettable day of outdoor skating this summer! This guide will help you know what to expect and how to prepare for a...
emilyfnixon
Jun 29, 20237 min read
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Hey, are you going to roller skate class this Sunday?
What's the difference between your roller skate classes and which one should I book?
Term ends at the end of July, so get your skates on!

The Skate Sanctuary
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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Family Friendly Skating This Summer
Come and join in skate-y fun this Summer - we have sessions for all ages!

The Skate Sanctuary
Jun 11, 20232 min read
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RGG Virtual Skate Marathon 2023 Launches Today!
Join our virtual skate marathon! Running from June to September it's a great reason for everyone to get rolling!

The Skate Sanctuary
Jun 1, 20232 min read
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