The older we get, the more difficult it becomes to make it to the gym or exercise. But even though it seems to be harder with each passing day, it becomes that much more important to an adult’s health to stay active. Staying motivated to get up and get active can prove to be challenging, and that’s why it’s important to find something that works with your schedule and is also enjoyable. There are many fun activities out there that are great to keep someone active, but our favorite is, of course, roller skating! Here at Skate Moore in Moore, OK, we promote the fun of skating as well as its health benefits. See why you should consider roller skating to help keep you active!

• Easy to Stick With – It’s important that when you exercise, you find an activity that you can enjoy. Doing an activity you despise to get into shape makes it much easier to slack on.
• Great Workout in Short Time – Just an 30 minute laid back skate session can burn as much as 250 calories.
• Easy on the Joints – Roller skating has the same benefits as jogging and it is much easier on the joints. It’s no secret that getting older comes with its aches and pains, so it is important to find a low-impact activity to stay in shape.
• Affordable – Roller skating won’t break the bank either. A gym membership can sometimes cost an arm and a leg, but visiting the rink will help get you into shape with money to spare.

There’s nothing we love to see more, here, at Skate Moore in Moore, OK than to see smiling faces rolling around the rink! The rink has a knack for turning a frowning face into a smiling one. But unfortunately, we can’t keep our doors open around the clock. Our main goal is to ensure that everyone is happy and having a great time, but we want to extend that outside of the rink as well! For those times when the rink isn’t open to cure your woes, check out these smile-motivating quotes to hold you over until the rink opens again!

• “We shall never know all the good that a simple smile can do.” – Mother Teresa
• “Let your smile change the world, but don’t let the world change your smile.” – Unknown
• “Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there is so much to smile about”         – Marilyn Monroe
• “When one door of happiness closes, another one opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.” – Helen Keller
• “Every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day.” – Unknown
• “Be helpful. When you see a person without a smile, give them one of yours.” – Zig Ziglar
• “Light up the world with your smile, because you never know who might be stuck somewhere dark.” – Unknown
• “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”  – Dr. Seuss

Well, the word is out! The roller skating experience, here, at Skate Moore in Moore, Oklahoma is definitely one to write home to mom about… or to write a review about! We have been receiving a lot of positive feedback from our patrons recently, and nothing makes us happier than knowing that you all enjoy our rink. A job well done usually speaks for itself, and in this case our skaters are doing it for us! With all of the great reviews we’ve received in the past several months, we thought it was time to compile them in a list and share them with everyone!

• “My kids love this skating rink and it’s the only one they are allowed to go to.”
• “This place is awesome. The staff here is on top of their game. They watch the kids like they were their own. It’s a safe and wholesome environment. Please don’t listen to what the negative reviews are. It’s obvious they just want free stuff. Skate on!”
• “We have skated here a few times and decided to have my son’s birthday party there. They had wonderful customer service and they were very knowledgeable about their events. On the day of the party the staff were helpful and welcoming. It was a large party and everyone had a great time. The kids lover the games and the birthday songs. Thanks for a great day!”
• “We have a good time here every time we come. Pretty cool skating rink!”

If you enjoyed your last experience, here, in the rink, tell us about it on our Google Plus page. We’d love to hear from you!

Not many people consider this when they go enjoy their favorite roller sport, but almost three centuries of history and constant tinkering occurred to bring us to where we are today with modern skates. You may be curious as to how all of this got its start, and what pivotal moments happened along the way, but two centuries is a lot to sort through. Here’s a brief synopsis of the evolution of roller skating and the competitive branches it has!

Roller Skating Timeline

• 1743: This is the first-ever recorded account of anyone using anything like roller skates. These first skates were used in a London stage performance, and the inventor is unknown.
• 1760: The first roller skates are invented! Though the first account was in the stage performance, this is the first-ever actual invention of what we know today. These skates were actually inline, believe it or not, and had small metal wheels. The inventor’s name was John Joseph Merlin.
• 1819: First patented roller skate design, in France by M. Petitbled. These skates are more similar to what we know today. It was very difficult to maneuver in this early design, and was difficult to do much else but move in a straight line.
• 1863: The quad roller skate makes its first appearance. This model of roller skate made it easier for the skater to turn.
• 1902: The Chicago Coliseum opens a public skating rink, and more than 7,000 people attend the grand opening.
• 1935: (Roller Derby)- Sports promoter, Leo Seltzer, looking for attractions to fill the Chicago Coliseum, created the Transcontinental Roller Derby, an endurance race featuring a team of one man and one woman, roller skating on a banked track. The sport was modeled after dance marathons and bike races, popular in the 30s.
• 1940 (Inline Hockey): The Roller Skating Rink Operators Association (RSROA) published a set of roller hockey rules drawn from a booklet by the NHL which was designed to grow interest in the playing of hockey on roller skates, not just ice.
• 1950’s (Inline Speed Skating) – When wheels are involved, people want to go as fast as they can. They also want to race their friends. Sometime around this time period is when inline speed skating came about.

 

The school year is over and the summer festivities have begun! The summer break is a great time to enjoy a break from the rigors of exams and projects to relax and have fun. This time of year everyone wants to make the most of their time off, but what summer activities are the best to pursue? Thoughts of summer swing towards the pool and enjoying a little sunshine, but for us, there is no better way to spend your time off than at Skate Moore in Moore, OK! Find out why a summer spent in the rink is a summer well spent!

• Air Conditioned – It’s getting HOT out there, and as we get deeper into summer the heat is only going to get worse. But here in the rink the temperature is always the same! Come cool off
  with us.
• Great Exercise – With school related sports and activities at an end, it can be easy to fall into unhealthy habits. Roller skating is a great and fun way to stay active in the summer.
• Great for Everyone – Roller skating isn’t great for just one group of people, it’s great for everyone! Bring the whole family or just yourself, roller skating has something to offer all ages.
• Summer Hours – Our summer hours will take effect beginning June 12th. Check out our summer hours and plan your next visit!

We hope to see you in the rink this summer! If you want to keep up with what we have going on in the rink, check out our social media pages. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Google Plus.

When it comes to their children, safety is always a top priority to any parent. But it isn’t always possible for a parent to be there whenever their kid falters or falls. This is true for many things, but it is also true in the roller rink. Roller skating is a great way for any kid to be social, learn some independence and participate in some form of regular physical activity. But even with all of these positives, roller skating doesn’t come with its fair share of tumbles and falls. Ensuring your child is equipped with the proper safety accessories and measures is key. Skate Moore located in Moore, OK is here with everything you will need to keep your child safe in the rink.

• Helmet – Head injuries are all too common within the world of sports and physical activities. If there was one piece of safety equipment to keep in the inventory, this would be the most important. Be sure the helmet fits snugly on the head and covers a good majority of the front and back of the head.
• Proper Skates – Skates are not a one size and style fits all kind of thing. When purchasing a pair of skates be sure that the skates are comfortable and don’t slip while rolling around. Make sure brakes and wheels are secure before each session.
• Appropriate Clothing – Clothing can serve a few different purposes when hitting the rink. One purpose can be to avoid unnecessary scrapes and bruise. If this is a major concern, wear long sleeves and pants to mitigate little injuries. Another thing to pay attention to is especially relevant to the pants. If pants are worn while roller skating, be sure they are not too long to avoid getting caught in the wheels.
• Pads – Another major source of injury while roller skating comes from elbows, knees and wrists. Elbow pads, knee pads and wrist braces are great pieces of equipment to keep in the rink bag.

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