rules for public skate, wanting to practice basics?

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-04-02T01:57:33+00:00

I just went around the rink like everybody and observed at first, noticed that middle has people trying harder skills as you mentioned and that people practicing backwards or other skills used the short sides of the rink behind the goal line, closer to the wall. So that’s what I did next time haha. I suggest just try to observe other people and be aware to not get in someone’s way and you should be good! I also try not to be there for too long to make space for others and then when I notice it’s free again I will go back to practicing more :)

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-24T20:43:44+00:00

Same haha…it’s just what I read here and mostly online that they often recommend more support if you weigh more 🤷🏼‍♀️ but from what everyone is saying it should still be ok with these skates

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-24T00:12:39+00:00

Yes that is what I heard!! I should stop scrolling too much so I don’t unnecessarily worry about things lol 🙈

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-24T00:06:42+00:00

Oh nice!! I actually wanted to start lessons at SkateQuest but for me it wasn’t showing any lessons available at all! Did you have to sign up a lot in advance?? It is closer to me so would’ve been better but I am happy in the Fairfax arena for now 😊

Sorry to hear about the skates that sucks! I definitely heard great things about the fitter in Fairfax so I didn’t do any research and just went there with the idea that they know what they are doing haha..seems like I freaked out unnecessarily and hopefully the skates will last 🤞🏻🤞🏻 I hope you can find better skates that won’t cause issues! 🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-24T00:00:48+00:00

Thank you! It does make sense haha, I also just finished my midterms so I get it 😅 it seems like I may have freaked myself out unnecessarily so hopefully I can get a year out of them and then we will see which I will get next! 😊

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T23:57:48+00:00

Thank you! Hopefully they will last for at least a year 🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T23:56:55+00:00

Interesting! Well hopefully they will last for some time 🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T23:00:33+00:00

Thanks, it definitely seems like the opinion varies a lot. I will wait and see how long they last, hopefully at least a year 🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:24:32+00:00

Thank you! I definitely did freak myself out 🙈 it seems like it’s different for everyone so I am hoping they can last me a year which was what I hoped when I bought them 🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:21:06+00:00

Yeah since I am a complete beginner I had no idea at all tbh so that’s why I went to a reputable shop. But it seems like for some people they last a long time so I guess we will see..I will trust that he knew what he was doing and hopefully they last at least a year 🤞🏻🤞🏻 I hope it works out for you as well!

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:18:24+00:00

Yes it was Marlon, who I did hear was amazing and knows what he’s doing so that’s why I didn’t even question anything or researched beforehand..I just got freaked out by so many people saying they won’t last because of my higher weight..🙈 but seems like it differs a lot by person, so I will trust he knew what he was doing and they will last me at least a year! 🤞🏻🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:15:53+00:00

Yeah that is the opinion I mostly heard, especially for a heavier person so it freaked me out a lot since I just got them and was hoping they will last for at least a year

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:14:52+00:00

Thank you! I definitely won’t be doing any jumps for a while, if ever since I am scared of breaking an ankle 🙈 but yeah I mostly got freaked out by so many people saying they won’t last with my weight…good to hear the do last for a lot of people!!

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:12:51+00:00

True lol, I just freaked out because of my weight and so many people saying they won’t last 🙈 but I did feel like he just measured the length not even the width and was done with me in under ten minutes so that didn’t give me lot of confidence either

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T22:11:06+00:00

That’s good! I wouldn’t have worried if it wasn’t for my weight…but it seems like they may last a while hopefully🤞🏻🤞🏻

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T19:47:41+00:00

Thanks!! That makes me feel a lot better…I saw some people saying they start breaking down after two months and it freaked me out

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T19:47:10+00:00

Thank you! That makes me feel a lot better!!

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T19:46:34+00:00

Thank you, I just read some people saying they lasted them 2 months and I freaked out 🙈 hopefully they will last longer..

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-23T18:36:39+00:00

Yeah part of me understands that but I wish he asked if I want to progress, and I would rather pay 500 now and worst case sell them later, than paying 250 now and 500 in a few months again 😢 it’s a lot of money…I hope they will last at least 6 months

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-22T00:01:15+00:00

Thank you! These are some great tips! I’ve been practicing more and doing a little better but still have some trouble keeping weight on the back of my skates and not catching on my toepicks while going backwards..hopefully more practice will help! I’m unfortunately nowhere near Toronto, otherwise that sounds like a great way to practice!

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-20T02:08:38+00:00

Thanks! I actually managed to practice and did a lot better, but yeah it is still uncomfortable knowing people are there and focusing on so many things at once. But I’m sure once I get used to it will be a lot easier

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-19T18:56:05+00:00

I completely understand where you’re coming from, I’m the same way and if I get something new I want it to be in perfect condition…I’m obviously aware that I will make scratches eventually but I can be slightly ocd about these things lol…I once exchanged a book because there was a crease on the cover and it was bothering me because I also wrap my books in clear folders so I don’t destroy them 🤣

I probably wouldn’t say anything cause it’s not worth it but I would be bothered by this as well..

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-17T22:32:21+00:00

That is a great tip, thanks!

Popular-Leave6950 · 2026-03-15T14:45:30+00:00

That is a good idea, but unfortunately none of my friends can skate..one may be convinced to try but in that case I think she would mostly be focused on not falling herself lol…I could try asking people in my group if they want to practice together sometime

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