Skate Outta Quarantine
POSTED 5.24.20

USA - Skating is what we love to do.  It relieves stress, it is our choice of exercise, and it plays a significant role in our lives.  COVID-19 was unexpected and unwelcomed.  This invisible biological threat has taken away so much from us and has changed our lives forever.  Being able to skate again will give us some sense of normalcy but we still must proceed with caution.  As rinks are beginning to reopen, new practices have been put in place for our safety but those alone will not save us.  Nothing will save us until we either have a vaccine or the virus is eradicated, neither of which is not in the near future.  Therefore, we must continue to wear our masks, wash our hands frequently and social distance.  Wearing masks may be difficult while skating as free-flowing oxygen will be inhibited.  Social Distancing will be a challenge as we will want to skate exhibiting our beloved styles, many of which require touch or embrace. I have heard the stories of many people in our dance communities of have died because of their strong desire to pursue their passion.  I hope there will not be a day when we have large numbers of skaters falling ill to COVID. 

Check your local rink as many are requiring advance ticket purchase prior to arrival in order to keep the number of patrons down to the limit allowed by law.  If you, decide to skate during the early days of reopening, please be careful, stay safe and get your roll on.

~Desi

Skate Dreams: A Rollerskating Documentary
POSTED 5.2.20

LOS ANGELES, CA – Check out Roller Dreams (2017) on HULU.  Sun, sand and skates is the way of life for skaters of all races but particularly for those of color at Venice Beach in Los Angeles, CA.  Watch a typical day for these skate enthusiasts as they spend their day being creative, having fun and entertaining crowds.  But all is not at peace as you would think at the public beach.

NOW SHOWING FREE: United Skates Documentary
POSTED 4.15.20

REPOST: PHELICIA WRIGHT  – What an honor! HBO has selected 39 films to share for FREE during these hard, isolated times... and United Skates is one of them. So if you or those you know couldn’t watch it before now, this is your chance! 

https://www.buzzfeed.com/…/hbo-free-shows-movies-coronavirus

You can view United Skates using the apps HBO Now, HBO GO or HULU under the HBO Unlocked feature.
#stayhome #staysafe #staystrong#unitedskatesdoc

GreatSkateShow - Canceled until 2021
POSTED 5.14.20

MESSAGE FROM EVENT HOST

CLEVELAND, OH - The Rollinbuckeyez would like to thank each and every one of you for your unconditional support over the years. We have continued to do our best at hosting events that bring the community together. Well the current COVD19 epidemic doesn't help our cause at all.

Although there are signs that things are going in the right direction. At what point are we willing to take risk I'm personally on the fence and feel as though I don't want to panic and hold out with canceling of events.

For a long time we will all be put in a situation where we want to get back to normal. At what point are we going to feel safe around 25, 50, let alone 100 people or more at cookouts, on boat rides and at skate parties?

With that being said, it saddens me to have to CANCEL this year's GREATESTSKATESHOW. There are just too many uncertainties that lie between now and August. 
Although things won't be as we are used to for some time, hopefully this time next year there will be some reminiscing. Some will understand and some will not. I will remain diligent with my decision because I care about the well-being of my family as well as yours.
You have supported us for over 10 years now. Watch us continue to grow. We will remain active in the community and plan on a much higher level as we move forward.
We look forward to seeing you in 2021!

Humbly submitted, 
Kenneth Perdue 
#rollinbuckeyez 
#GSSCLE

Lonestar Skate 2020
POSTED 4.4.20

MESSAGE FROM EVENT HOST

We have evaluated the current state of affairs regarding Covid-19 and it’s impact on society and disruption of events.  It’s apparent to the coordinators of the Lone Star Skate Jam that the uncertainty of the current environment and our concerns for the health and wellness of our love of our skate family, that it’s in the best interest to reschedule the 2020 Lone Star Skate Jam event.  Regrettably, while we recognize that an amazing weekend of skate fun and fellowship was in the mix, we felt it best to postpone our event until June of 2021.

We appreciate your intent to support our event and your understanding.

We will immediately begin to work on plans and for next years event. Until this Corona virus has tempered, we’ll see you next on the skate floor. In the meantime, please continue to keep yourself and your love ones safe.

Many Blessings,
Megan Manuel

11th Annual Roll for Soul
UPDATED 4.14.20

INDIANAPOLIS, IN  – Happening in July, it’s the 11th Annual Roll For Soul “Red Light Special”.  The Naptown Real Rollers have four days of activities planned for you starting Thursday, July 30 with an R&B Skate session.  Friday it’s the Players Ball so dress to impress.  Friday night, skate from 10:00 PM until 3:00 AM.   Saturday afternoon there will be a Beach Madness Meet and Greet followed by skate sessions Saturday night and Sunday. Book your room at Home 2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington at the Naptown Real Rollers rate.

If you booked your room before April you will need to rebook your room due to the changing of hotels due to unforeseen circumstances. Also, THE PRICE HAS BEEN LOWER TO $99/per night. Contact the Naptown Real Rollers if you have questions concerning the hotel change.

Super Roll Weekend 2020
POSTED 3.5.20

SACRAMENTO, CA  –  Mark your calendar for Cali in July!  July 10-11, 2020, Main-Stream and California Skate-Line are bringing you the Super Roll Weekend.  Friday’s Mix and Mingle will be at the host hotel from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM.  Later that evening is Super Roll Friday at Roller King in Roseville.  Saturday there will be a cookout with food, dancing and games from 1:00 PM until 6:00 at Hillsborough Park.  Roll again Super Roll Saturday with DJ Wild Child.  This weekend also includes a Super Roll Workshop led by Sk8Line Rick and Leo of St. Louis.  Get your discounted lodging rate now under the “Caliskateline” block.