Teaching skaters how to teach and expanding what is possible on skates.
Skate IA started in 2004 and is the professional organization charged with certifying inline, rolller and skateboarders to become instructors. We also provide Liability Insurance, further education via the web and at cities around North America. We can certify skaters to become Skate Instructors with a proven Certification that teaches you how to teach and provide you with insurance, share your love of skating and make money doing what you love #IskateForALiving.
07/08/2026
July 3 Disco Skate Loan - Roller Skate Lethbridge Skate loans are free! Personal protective gear is strongly recommended (helmet, wrist guards, knee pads). By reserving these roller skates, you agree to be responsible for managing your own safety. Request your roller skates and I'll bring them to the event! All roller skate loans are at your own ri...
06/29/2026
A big thanks to Skate Instructors Association (SkateIA) for supporting the 2026 Big Apple Roll as a General Sponsor! Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win a certificate for one of their certification programs for inline or quad skaters. They’re among countless excellent raffle prizes we have in store this year thanks to generous donations from our sponsors. They help keep our event free for all who attend and we couldn’t do it without them!
Visit their IG Skate Instructors Association or website at https://www.skateia.org
Big Apple Roll (BAR) is an annual rollerblading event that brings skaters from all over the world to the streets of New York City. This year’s event taking place from July 30 - August 2 will be packed with group skates through the city’s iconic landmarks, social events, and an incredible sense of community. Visit our IG profile or website at bigappleroll.org for more info.
The 2026 Big Apple Roll is Presented by FR Skates, International Urban Skate and K2
06/28/2026
06/23/2026
Online certifications start anytime you are ready. Register and GO!
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |