I think it's fair to agree that ever since we have experienced the multiple global lockdowns, there has been an increased longing for movement and freedom.
That being said, more individuals are looking for physical activities to boost their physical and mental health ever since. One activity that has experienced a resurgence is roller sports like roller skating, roller blading and skateboarding.
Fellow Malaysians can also agree that it is the same case here too.
In this article, we will talk about three popular roller sports, discover where to roller skate in Shah Alam, explore the roller skating scene in Malaysia in terms of the social media community and skating shops in Klang Valley as well as some tips to find a good and reliable roller skating tutor.
What Are Some Roller Sports And How To Decide Which One To Learn?
The three most popular roller sports in Malaysia include:
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Roller Skating
Quad skates with two front and two back wheels below the boots.
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Inline Skating
Roller blades with two to five wheels arranged in the same line below the boots.
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Skateboarding
Concave-shaped wooden boards with wheels attached below.
Here are two things that you might want to consider before deciding which one to learn.
Firstly, the age of the learners. For instance, young kids are encouraged to take up roller skating first because it's more stable before proceeding to other roller sports.
Secondly, the purpose of learning the sports. Is it solely for recreational purposes or for fitness purposes? Roller skating and skateboarding are more suited for recreational purposes whereas inline skating is more geared toward fitness due to its skating intensity.
Check out the locations where you can roller skate in Petaling Jaya.
What Are The Best Locations For Roller Skating Activities In Shah Alam?
Shah Alam folks, buckle up as we've got three recommendations for your next roller skating outing!
1. Shah Alam Extreme Park (SAEP)
Located at Seksyen 13, you can enjoy many recreational activities (such as rock climbing, paintball, biking, and bouldering) with your family and friends at SAEP including roller skating.
Entrance is free and it is open to the general public. It is open from 9 am to 7 pm every day.
2. Elmina Central Park
Fancy an Instagrammable-worthy outing and spacious place to workout? You can head straight to Elmina Central Park to have a jolly roller skating moment.
You can enjoy taking pictures as you walk past the beautiful colourful rainbow walkway and then start roller skating at Elmina Iconic Bridge.
3. Shah Alam Lake Gardens
If you are a nature lover who loves to enjoy a scenic view (it has three man-made lakes) and take in some fresh air while you're roller skating, this is the right place for you!
The Shah Alam Lake Gardens boasts 43 hectares and is a popular place for picnics, jogging and roller sports activities.
Photo by Arif Maulana on Unsplash
In the meantime, find out more about the best places to roller skate in Ipoh.
What Facebook Groups Can You Join To Learn More About Roller Sports And Activities In Malaysia?
These days, the most effective and fastest way to keep up with the happenings around us is, of course, social media!
The same principle applies to roller skating events and updates in Malaysia too.
Here are 3 Facebook groups that you can join to get as much information on roller sports activities that are taking place near you.
1. Roller Blade Skating Malaysia
In this Facebook group, you will find skaters from different cities in the country, learning levels and backgrounds. Some could be beginners, advanced skaters, parents and even roller skating coaches. This means you can find out the nearest skating lessons around you or even reach out to potential students.
Not only that, you can also pose any questions ranging from tips to buying a good pair of skates, skating techniques on how to slow down and skate downhill safely and when is the latest roller skating gathering/open session around you.
This Facebook group is public and it currently has 3.4K members.
2. Malaysia Rollers and Skaters
For this group, you also get to connect with different skaters. There are many enthusiastic and passionate members who post their skating vlogs and even upload their own tutorials on this group to share with others.
Furthermore, you can also search for online roller skates sellers to purchase the skates, wheels or protective gears via this group if you are looking for an affordable deal.
You'll be amazed by the amount of information that you can get about roller skating in Malaysia through this Facebook community group.
3. Rollabout - Malaysia Rollerblading / Inline Skating
This group is similar to the first two groups but its content focuses more on inline skating.
If you are looking to progress into rollerblading after mastering roller skating, you should join this group to get more information on this roller sport.
Prefer to look for another skating hot place near Klang Valley? Explore these locations in Subang Jaya for your roller skating adventure.
What Are Some Physical Skate Shops Near Me In Klang Valley?
Your roller skating activities will be incomplete without getting the right pair of roller skates and necessary protective gear.
If you're a first-time buyer, we understand that you would very much prefer to secure your first purchase at a physical skate shop directly.
Fret not, we got your back. You can refer to these three skate shops for all your roller skating needs.
1. Wheel Love Skateshop
From skateboards, inline, roller and ice-skates, scooters and balance bikes, protective gear, apparel and accessories, Wheel Love Skateshop is your one-stop centre to get the basic necessities for roller skating.
This shop is located above Cuci Express Self Service Laundry at Bangsar Baru and shares the same entrance as Pink Tattoos.
The shop is open from 11 am to 7 pm on Tuesdays to Sundays. They are closed on Mondays. Customers are required to make an appointment before visiting.
Photo by tian dayong on Unsplash
2. Skateline Malaysia
If you prefer to shop near Petaling Jaya, you can then visit Skateline Malaysia. Known as the largest skate shop in Malaysia, you can choose from a wide selection of specialised skate models for male and female skaters as well as junior models (for kids).
You can rest assured that you will be given the best-personalised service and assistance based on your skating level, budget and personal preference (style, comfort etc). You'll be attended to by experienced skaters who will understand your needs and concerns when it comes to purchasing the right roller skates and apparel.
Bonus tip: Remember to keep your receipts as proof of purchase so that you can enjoy a 3 months skate warranty.
Be sure to check their operating hours on their social media websites. They are mostly open during weekends.
3. Decathlon Sri Damansara
Decathlon is undeniably a household name when it comes to sporting goods (60 sports and 5000 products).
You can find this Decathlon branch at Bandar Sri Damansara and shop comfortably for the latest rollers, skateboards, scooters and even ice-skating equipment.
Based in the Southern region? No problem, discover these roller skating locations near you in Johor Bahru.
Where Can You Find A Good Private Roller Skating Tutor?
Now that you have researched the places to start roller skating and gotten your first roller skates and the necessary protective gears, it's time to directly apply these two factors in your actual roller skating lessons.
As a total newbie, you might want to have a one-to-one personalised tutoring session so that you can master the fundamental roller skating skills from the very beginning.
Granted that there are so many amazing and reliable roller skating tutors out there, we have helped you to narrow down the three most effective ways to find a good roller skating tutor near you.
1. Tutoring platforms like Superprof
You may have heard about Superprof when it comes to private tutoring and home tutoring in Malaysia. But do you know that academic tutoring is not the only tutoring that is offered by Superprof?
You can explore up to 1001 subjects at Superprof and search for a swimming tutor, a chess tutor, a tennis tutor, a guitar tutor, a cooking tutor and yes, a roller skating tutor too!
In other words, you can find the perfect tutor and opt for online or face-to-face lessons from a wide selection of subjects and tutors.
Just head to the Superprof homepage and start browsing and reviewing the tutors' profiles.
From there, you can gain direct information on the basic information of tutors (that have been verified) such as their teaching experience, qualification, hourly rate, teaching methodology as well as past reviews of their former students.
You can then proceed to connect with the tutor via their profiles.
2. Social Media
Remember our early paragraph on the Facebook groups that you can join? You can create a post on the groups and list down your location, your current learning level, and your age group to inquire if any skating tutors fit the bill.
We guarantee you'll be bombarded with lots of contact details, recommendations and direct messages once your post is up.
Photo by Alexander Shatov on Unsplash
3. Word Of Mouth /Direct Recommendations
What better way to find a skating tutor than the old-fashioned way?
Speak to your friends or acquaintances who have learnt roller skating and ask about their honest opinions on their tutors and learning experience.
This will save you lots of time and hassle to search up and down for a reliable roller skating tutor.
We hope you have found this article useful. What are you waiting for? Put your roller skates on and start skating freely at the above-recommended locations near you in Shah Alam. Also, don't miss out on these amazing places to roller skate near you in Kuala Lumpur.
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