Emily and Mel from The Skate Sanctuary discuss the most common questions received in 2025 about buying roller skates suitable for beginners and those looking to trade up and get their first proper roller skates. When we consider helping you, we must look at how you skate, where you skate, your skate goals, what you are currently used to, as well as foot size and your preferred type of fit. fit. it may seem nosy but this is essential in helping you to find the right roller skates. If we feel we can't help you. We will tell you! as a small independent Business, run by skaters to help the skate community like grow in the UK, we simply want to see more skaters and more skate spaces. If you'd like to learn more about our not-for-profit business, (formerly Roller Girl Gang) you can shop on our website or get in touch directly. www.TheskateSanctuary.co.uk #agestrong #christmas #rollerskating #skate #skatersover40 #beginners #newyearnewgoals