The benefits of roller skating for children

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As a child, I spent countless afternoons careering around on my roller skates so much so that they practically became a part of me. And now, I’m keenly counting down the days to summer so that I can start a new tradition with my own daughter who I hope will share the same love of roller skating with me with her very own pair of Skates. But apart from being a bucket load of awesome fun, what are some of the benefits of roller skating for children? Let’s take a look here:

Physical benefits

In today’s sedentary world, anything that gets children active is a winner in my book. Once your little one gets more confident and beyond the stumbling phase, roller skating can become a great and regular aerobic activity for them. Not to mention the fact that it helps to strengthen their legs whilst being easy on the joints. Rollers skating is also a great way for them to improve on balance and coordination.

Feel good factor

I remember that once I got those skates on that even if I was in the foulest of moods, being on those skates and feeling free and mobile without a care in the world would turn my frown upside-down in an instant. I mean, have you even seen a moody-looking person on roller skates? And let’s face it…rocking it on skates also makes you feel totally fierce and all children could do with that confidence boost couldn’t they?

It can be done anywhere

No there’s no having to schlep down to a tennis court, or an ice rink, or a sports club or field. Roller skates can literally be strapped on and used right from your front door which is a major win both for overscheduled children and also for parents who don’t have to schlep them around!

So I I say let’s bring back the awesomeness of roller skating and create the next generation of cool roller skating dudes and dudettes!

Do your children roller skate? Or perhaps you’re thinking of getting them into roller skating? Do leave a comment below and share.

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13 comments

  1. My son seth would love these skates,he has never tried roller skates before but I think they are great for kids

  2. Would love to introduce my daughter to roller skating! And dust off my old skates…and show her some tricks! Lol!

  3. I used to love roller skating on a Saturday morning wearing my ‘fame’ outfit and leg warmers!

  4. I think roller skating/blading is great for kids I use to love it as a kid not sure my kids would be safe

  5. My son would love to try out roller Skating, would definitely help with his coordination as that’s something he struggles with.

  6. They haven’t we did buy my daughter heelys but she was to scared to use them . I was addicted to rollerskating as a girl

  7. We have been to our local roller rink and love it. Such a great way to keep fit and have fun.

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