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Skate & Celebrate: New Children's Adjustable Skates Release!
After waiting and waiting for our favourite children's adjustable skates to be available again, but no signs that they are due to...
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The Skate Sanctuary
Mar 9, 2024
2 min read
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If I fall, I'll wear the KNEE PADS (beginner roller skaters over 40)
Just put the pads on! in this video: Moxi x 187 killer pads: https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/product-page/mix-n-match-moxi-pads REKD triple protection set :https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/product-page/rekd-heavy-duty-protection-set Triple 8 Covert knee pads : https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/product-page/moxi-covert-pads-not-yet-available-in-the-uk HOW TO FALL SAFELY: https://youtu.be/oTg_2IbnS8k?si=088AaMaB0Oae5cRb Chapters 00:00 Intro 01.18 What is right for YOU? (No comparison) 01:27 Moxi Pads 02:01 REKD Pads 02:14 Covert Pads 03:22 How your body stores trauma 04:45 Re-write the story 06:16 Practise Self-Compassion
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First Impressions of Skate Origin Wheels & Bearings
Join Emily and I as we tap about these bearings and wheels. While we were sent these as a gift (highly unusual!) we will be giving our honest review always. We have a long standing relationship with Derby Laces founder and we know they would want nothing but an honest review from us. No company can improve it's product/ service from people saying something is better than it is. We've simply been sent them, there was no agreement to do any kind of video / promotion. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:36 Durometer 03:13 The Bearings 06:00 You are watching us spin bearings, yes really 07:03 How much are these magical bearings? 09:28 Our relationship with Derby Laces 10:29 Bearing installation + outdoor skating story 13:02 Wheel Library 14:08 When to upgrade & our promise
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Improve your footwork ON roller skates with SLALOM CONES (skaters over 40)
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SUEDE DYE a roller skate boot with me (Nubuck or Suede)
Have you got a slightly tired looking boot and it's time for a refresh? Get some suede dye on it and you'll be laughing! Just make sure you know what to do. Most boots will require 2 bottles of dye - you won't use all of it, but you'll have some left for touch ups. Suede is more absorbent than Nubuck . Colour mixing applies, so whatever colour you start with, consider testing a small patch. eg. if they start pink and you colour them blue, they may end up purple. WIFA street Suede, Deluxe & Xtreme boots are available from our online shop. https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/search?q=Wifa Angelus Suede Dye available from our online shop https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/product-page/angelus-brand-suede-dye-uk-stock
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DISCO SPIN on roller skates (fun trick for skaters over 40)
This short tutorial was filmed at MOVE IT SHOW 2026, and sadly the audio was terrible! It was so loud in the expo, I couldn't hear myself at all, so ended up talking waaaay too loudly for the little mic. Nevermind! I've voiced it over so you still have the instructions. This trick is great for skaters with some experience, also those who don't like spinning because it makes you dizzy. If you enjoy learning with me, check out my roller dance playlists or grab my LEVEL UP & FIND YOUR FLOW online course https://www.theskatesanctuary.co.uk/onlinecourses
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UK Skaters - make sure you choose the right size
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WATCH THIS BEFORE YOU BUY ROLLER SKATES (UK SKATERS OVER 40)
Getting the size of your roller skates right is essential for a supportive boot and good experience. Join Emily and Mel to chat about US, EU and UK sizing so you can confidently choose the right skate for you
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All Brunny Hardware Custom Roller Skate Build #rollerskating
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