Roller-skating is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy together. Even kids as young as two or three years old can learn to roller skate! Here are a few things to keep in mind when teaching your child to skate:

• Select the right skates for your child’s age and size. Some skates are adjustable so you can expand them as your child’s feet grow, while others are great for passing down to younger siblings.
• Make sure your child has well-fitting protective gear such as a helmet, knee pads, and wrist guards.
• Find a smooth, level place to practice. A flat patch of grass is a great place to begin.
• Start slow and focus on the basics: balance, posture, and rolling. As your child gets more comfortable on skates, show them how to use their feet to push off and to stop.
• Falls are inevitable when learning to skate, so make sure your child knows how to fall safely. Show them how to lean in a way that lets their thighs, not their wrists or head, absorb the impact.

Find a Skating Teacher

If you don’t have the skill or patience to teach your child how to skate, you might want to leave this job to a professional. Whether your child needs private instruction or would do better in a group, skating lessons are a great way for your child to have fun and develop a love of exercise.

Ready to get started? Contact Skate World Pasadena to sign your child up for skating lessons today!