Do you know what Putrajaya Challenge Park, Shah Alam Extreme Park and the upcoming Skatepark 1 Utama have in common?
They are all designed by the same person.
He is none other than Tim Altic, a skatepark designer and experienced skater who has designed more than 30 skateparks around the world.
This new skatepark will soon make its debut and features an outdoor spacious zone for beginner to advanced skaters to skate freely alongside the ramps and slopes.
With this new addition of skateparks to the existing ones in the country, it shows that roller skating is becoming a hot favourite recreational activity among Malaysians.
This is probably why you are reading this article now, right?
In this article, we will be reviewing the roles of the Malaysia Skate Federation, the places where you can roller skate in Malaysia as well as some tips for the best roller skating experience if you are learning this sport for the first time.
What's The Role Of The Malaysia Skate Federation (Persatuan Luncur Beroda Malaysia)?
You have probably heard about the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) and the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) in the local news throughout the years.
Well, we do have an official organization that oversees the development of roller sports and skating activities in Malaysia too.
Continue reading to learn more about the three main roles of the Malaysia Skate Federation and how you can make the best of this knowledge in your journey as a roller skater.
1. Organize local roller sports workshops and events for athletes and coaches
When you visit the official website and social media pages of the Malaysia Skate Federation, you will come across many promotional activities for the roller sports community. For instance, there are training sessions for those who aspire to be a skating coach and also beginners workshops for those who want to learn roller skating.
One thing you can be certain of is that all the information that is posted here is valid and endorsed by the organization so the events will be conducted in a professional manner.
2. Facilitate announcement of roller sports competitions at the local and international level
The next role is extremely important for experienced roller skaters who are now in the advanced or intermediate level. They might want to take their skills to the next level and participate in various skating competitions. Through the Malaysia Skate Federation, you can find out about the official registration details, skating categories and location of the competitions.
Some of the past competitions include Mars Inline Speed Skating Lakeside Challenge, 1MYC Roller Sports Championship and many more.
3. Educate the general public about the relevance and characteristics of various roller sports
One of the aims of the Malaysia Skate Federation is to educate more Malaysians and expand the roller sports community.
This is why the federation conducts public skating workshops and sharing session as well as collaborate with different skate shops or academies for skating lessons. Furthermore, you can find out the latest information on different roller skates and locations in Malaysia (states and cities) for roller skating on their social media pages.
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What Are Some Of The Most Common Skating Locations In Malaysia?
Now, let's move on to the venues where you can roller skate at different locations in the country.
1. Indoor roller skating rinks
Indoor roller skating rinks are a rare treasure in Malaysia but we foresee that many rinks will be built soon. In the meantime, you can check out Rollerwa Malaysia, a Korean theme fun indoor roller skating rink that is at Level 1 One Utama Shopping Centre, Petaling Jaya.
You can roller skate to the beats on the rinks and also have a good time looking around at some roller skating equipment and merch. Do take note that only quad skates are allowed and the minimum age of entry to this rink is 5 years old. Only walks in will be allowed for entry.
2. Skateparks
Skateparks are a popular skating place in Malaysia because they accommodate both quad skating and inline skating (roller blades). There are also skateparks of different sizes and facilities that accommodate to different learning levels of roller skaters.
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For example, some beginners may prefer to look for a smaller and quiet skatepark to practice some basic steps before moving towards bigger and more challenging skateparks with more slopes. Furthermore, most skateparks are also open to the public for free and the operating hours are more flexible as compared to indoor skating rinks.
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3. Malls and recreational parks
Every roller skater has different expectations and preferences when it comes to the location where they want to roller skate. Some of them prefer to skate together with their family and friends in a public indoor place for free on designated time with a skating community, while others may prefer to skate in a place closer to nature.
For example, you can roller skate at this mall on level one every Friday for free.
What's The Complete Roller Skating Armour That You Should Get Before Your First Lesson?
After exploring some of the popular skating locations, it's time to do some shopping and look the part for your first roller skating experience.
Here are some essential items that you should get to have a safe and smooth roller skating session.
Helmet
A must-have item when you are roller skating indoors and outdoors. Make sure you get a well-made helmet with good stability, flexibility (easy to adjust), lightweight and with good ventilation.
Elbow and knee pad
When you are selecting these elbow and knee pads, go for a product that helps greatly in impact protection (made from plastic sheets and foam pads). Be sure to check if the material is stretchy so that it is comfortable to wear for long hours. In between, don't forget to try them out and see if they fit your knees and elbows well as you adjust the size.
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Roller skates
There are three important elements to review carefully before you decide to buy a pair of roller skates.
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Firstly, you need to check if the liner inside the skate is made with thick foam so that your feet feel comfortable when you are wearing them. Secondly, check the gripping power of the roller skate wheels if the rubber is good to withstand sudden braking without skidding dangerously. Thirdly, pay attention to the glide quality when you are doing a test skating. Make sure you are satisfied with the overall speed and pace of the roller skates.
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Where Can You Find A Reliable Private Roller Skating Tutor Near You?
You're now fully armoured, it's time to meet your roller skating master. Not sure where to find one? Don't worry! We got you covered with these three recommendations.
Skating academies
Some of the most well-known skating academies in Malaysia include The Blade School and Skateline Malaysia. At these two academies, you can take step-by-step lessons to master the fundamental roller skating techniques. Be sure to check their official website for the latest lesson schedule and skating locations.
Skating online community
Another way to find a roller skating tutor is to join an online roller skating Facebook Group or Instagram page.
You'll be surprised that there are many roller skating coaches and experienced roller skaters who are also looking for potential students for their full-time/part-time tutoring venture. All you need to do is just post an inquiry on the page and wait for the relevant responses from the members of the group.
Private skating tutors (Superprof)
To hit a more specific and personalised tutoring goal for roller skating, you can head to the Superprof homepage and start looking for a tutor that meets your criteria in terms of:
- Skating experience
- Skating specialisation
- Current location
- Class size
- Teaching mode
- Hourly rate of their lessons
You can find all the above information via the tutors' profiles and proceed to connect with them via a Student Subscription Pass once you have made up your mind to learn from them.
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What Are The Benefits Of Joining A Roller Skating Club/ Community?
So you're almost 100% convinced to start learning roller skating. Let's take you through these amazing benefits that you can enjoy if you decide to join a roller skating community near you.
1. Gain motivation and support
Instead of figuring things out on your own and feeling discouraged when things don't work out, you can find support from your fellow members to continue to press on. The journey feels less lonely.
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2. Learn from one another
Having a community also helps you to learn and improve faster. A member who is more experienced can guide you can show you the right techniques in between the sessions.
3. Stay updated on the latest local skating happenings
Last but not the least, you don't have to experience the fear of missing out when you are a member of a skating community. You'll immediately know the next skating meetup and also workshop when you keep in touch with one another.
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We hope this article has been insightful. Enjoy your roller skating adventure at different skating locations in Malaysia!
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