The REAL-ID Act: What it is and how it will effect you as a skate traveler
POSTED 1.12.20

PHOENIX, AZ  –  The Department of Homeland Security has made it official where beginning October 1, 2020, every traveler will need to be REAL ID-compliant to travel within the United States or abroad, even if you have TSA Pre Check.  What does this mean?  Tightened security measures have been put in place to screen domestic travelers.  This is an additional layer of security that you will need to be able to board a plane.  REAL ID is obtained and presented through your government issued driver’s license.  If you plan to travel by air, you will need to visit your local Bureau of Motor Vehicles to get a new license. 

Before you go, check online to see what kind of documents and fees are required by your state to receive your ID. 

If you have not yet obtained your REAL-ID, you have less than 10 months.  The longer you wait, the more likely you may have to wait I long lines or have to delay your planned skate travel that will occur after October 1.

For more information for the requirements of your state and frequently asked questions, visit https://www.dhs.gov/ or https://www.tsa.gov/real-id.

2nd Annual Curvy Roll 2020
POSTED 1.6.20

CLEVELAND, OH  –  Attention all Curvy Ladies and those who like to roll.  Come out to United Skates on March 13 and skate at the 2nd Annual Curvy Roll on Saturday, March 13, 2020.  The event starts at 11:00 PM and goes until 3:00 AM.  Admission is $12 and skaters must be 18 or older to attend.  Vendor tables are available.

CIAA Old School Skate Party 2020
POSTED 12.14.19

CHARLOTTE, NC  –  The 75th annual CIAA Tournament will hit Charlotte February 2020.  Join the festivities with a roll at DJ Cleve’s Old School Skate Party Finale.  This party includes a Mid-Night Breakfast and celebrity Guest Chubb Rock!  It’s going down at Kate’s Skating Rink in Indian Trail, Thursday, February 27.  Guests must be 21 or older to attend.  Advanced tickets can be purchased online.  See ad for details.

7th Annual MLK Sk8 Jam
POSTED 12.8.19

ATLANTA, GA  –  Enjoy three occasions with one good roll at the 7th Annual MLK Sk8 Jam.  Martin Luther King Weekend 2020, celebrate the 34th Anniversary of Tee and Kojak and Tee’s birthday at Sparkles in Smyrna.  DJ Lady P and DJ Keifer will be providing the music for your roll from 8:00 PM until 2:00 AM.  Admission is only $10 per person.

 

Spring Skate Workout
POSTED 12.15.19

BIRMINGHAM, AL  –  Skate off those Winter pounds at the Spring Skate Workout, April 4, 2020.  Skates 280 invites you to wear your favorite exercise or sports gear to and workout to the music of DJ Bom Jahlaam of the ATL.  Come and start on the road to get in shape for Summer.