From its not-so-humble beginnings at a masquerade ball in 1760 to its peak in popularity during the disco craze of the 1970s, roller skating has had a long, strange journey over the last 250 years. Skating has a long history of innovation and thrills. Over the years, the popularity of skating has waxed and waned, but even 40 years after its peak in 1977, there are still over 39 million skaters in America alone!

Here at Southwest Skate Center, we know quite a few of those folks who love the thrill of gliding around the rink. And with October being National Roller Skating Month, we thought it would be fun to give you some quick facts about our favorite pastime that you might not know!

• Over 2.5 million people play roller hockey in the US.
• Skating is one of the safest recreational sporting activities with studies showing that you’re twice as likely to be injured at the local playground as you are at a skating center.
• On average, there are over 500,000 birthday parties at skate centers across the country every single year!
• Roller Derby’s popularity has been on the rise since the early 2000s, coming close to its peak from the 1970s.
• Skating is a ton of fun! Ok, you probably already knew this one, but that doesn’t make it any less true.

At Southwest Skate, we are happy to keep the long tradition of skating alive. We can’t wait to celebrate our favorite pastime with you here in Oklahoma City during National Roller Skating Month all October long! For more information about booking a birthday party or to learn more about our open skating times, give us a call today.

When you’re looking for thrilling fun in Oklahoma City, all you have to do is put the kids in the car and head over to Southwestern Skate! Roller skating is a classic pastime that is fun for the whole family, and that’s before that games start!

Cruising around the rink is great, but when you’re at Southwestern for a day of skating, you can join in on some of the best skating games around. From new games to the classics, we do it all!

Check out a few of the fun games you can expect when you come for a day of family fun.

4 Corners

This skating game is great! You begin playing with everyone skating until the music stops. When you hear the music cut out you have to skate to the closest corner as fast as you can. A designated skater will call out a number from 1 to 4 and if you’re in that corner, you’re out! The game keeps going until there is only one skater left in the rink.

Limbo

Break out the steel drums and see how low you can go with this skate-oriented adaptation to the classic Caribbean game. Two people hold a stick and skaters go underneath. But the stick gets lower and lower with each pass, so look out!

Shoot the Duck

This game is like a version of duck-duck-goose. When the DJ cuts the music, everyone must drop to the floor as fast as they can. The last person to hit the deck is the duck. The two teams race each other to get to ten points first.

To join in on these games and more, come down to Southwestern Skate anytime we have open skating hours. To find out more about booking a private party, call today.

Summer is coming to an end and the inevitable is right around the corner. It doesn’t matter who you are, the first day of school is scary and can cause a lot of stress for you as well as your kids. We all start worrying about whether our kids will fit in or be bullied. Will they like their teachers? Will they do well and get good grades? The list of things that can start wreaking havoc in your mind can seem endless.

So how can you prepare your child, keep everyone calm and be as supportive as possible during this year’s back-to-school craziness? Here are some tips that could help!

Keep Calm and Communicate!

Communication is at the top of our list for a reason. It is probably the single most effective tool in your back-to-school tool belt. Talking to your kids about any fears or anxiety can help them immensely. Ask questions about how they feel and be careful to listen to them without interrupting. Simply letting them know there is a safe place for them to voice their concerns can be huge.

Provide Encouragement and Lift Confidence

Encourage your children by letting them know that they are amazing little people. Praise your kids for their independence and unique qualities. Let them know that they have something special to offer!

Be Prepared and Then Blow Off Some Steam

One of the best ways to overcome any type of anxiety is to be prepared. This means you should make sure you have everything your child needs for the first day of school, knows where to go, and even who is in his or her class before the first day starts. Chances are, they’ll have a friend from last year and will feel more confident going in.

Once you have supplies bought and your recon is finished, blow off some steam! Hanging out with us at Southwestern Skate Center is a great way to burn off some of that nervous energy. Give us a call today to find out more about our public skating and private party options.

Camp is winding down, the summer leagues are starting to wrap up and a new school year is looming. Like the old saying goes, all good things must come to an end. That does not mean the fun has to stop, though! It’s time to roll out of summer with a bang at Southwestern Skate Center in Oklahoma City.

If you’re looking for a place to throw an epic end-of-summer party, you’ve found it! At Southwestern Skate, we take the cake when it comes to parties. Whether you’re looking for a place to celebrate after the big game, want to throw a birthday party that the kids will never forget, or simply love to party and want a private space to hang with friends and family, we have you covered.

Summer’s Not Over Until We Say So!

Our party packages are perfect for celebrating an awesome summer of adventure and friendship. We offer specials for team parties, late night parties, birthdays and more.

All of our packages are priced affordably and include roller skate rentals, pizza, drinks and the classic thrill of an age-old American pastime.

Discounts for Roller Skating Parties of 50+

We have tons of room so feel free to invite the entire gang if you want! Private parties of over 50 people even receive additional discounts, which means more fun for less!

Family Fun for All Ages

We are all about having a good time. Roller skating is a blast no matter how old you are, and we do everything we can to make Southwestern Skate a wholesome, family-friendly experience.

Summer’s almost over. Make sure you give our party expert, Lori Crowe, a call today at (405) 632-5484 and get ready to have a last hoorah you’ll never forget.

Summer is here and that can only mean one thing; endless fun! As you look to fill your summer calendar with fun activities, we at Southwestern Skate Center in Oklahoma, OK have a few summer activities that you will not want to miss.

Weekdays

The weekdays used to mean sitting at a desk doing homework, but this summer they mean roller skating at Southwestern Skate Center. Here is our summer schedule during the week. Please note that these times are TBD. This is what we are thinking right now, but the hours are subject to change.

Tuesday & Thursday:

We will be open from 12-3pm and will offer open skating during that time. It will cost $7 to get in. This cost will cover the price of admission, open skating, a slice of pizza and a small drink. So come in Tuesdays and Thursdays for exciting skating and a hot meal.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday:

Our regular admission price on these days will be $5. Remember you will either need to bring your own skats or money to rent. We will not include pizza and a drink in this price so bring a few extra bucks for our snack bar.

 

Weekends

The weekends have always been about having fun, so we knew we needed to raise the bar this summer. Our summer weekend special will cost just $10 for endless skating. If you bring your own skates you only have to pay $8. We will always recommend that you buy your own skates. Skating in the same pair of skates will be easier on your feet and will help you skate comfortably every time you hop into the rink. If you do not have your own skates, our inline skate rental price is an additional $4.

 

For more special events visit our event page. We want to keep this summer fun and creative for you. If you have suggestions or questions please give us a call. We care about your opinions and would love to hear from you.

 

As you mark your calendars with fun activities for the summer, we at Southwestern Skate Center in Oklahoma City want to be included! We have spent the year coming up with ideas for ways to enhance the experience at our skating rink throughout the summer. One thing we thought would be fun is a focus on group skating! Besides, skating is always more fun in groups. There are also many health benefits associated with roller-skating, especially in children. Listed below are some of our summer group offerings at Southwestern Skate Center.

• We will be offering a summer group discount to groups of 50 or more people. If you work in a summer camp or summer daycare center, this is a great way to mix up the activities and give you the “day off” from entertaining the kids. Bring in a group of 50 or more and enjoy an affordable day of allowing us to entertain them for a change!
• For just $7 per child, you can bring a group of kids to Southwestern Skate Center for a fun-filled day of skating. Beyond the $7 every child will need to pay the small extra fee to rent skates for the day.
• Don’t you worry about having to pack every child a bagged lunch. Included in the $7 entry fee, every child will receive a delicious slice of pizza and an ice cold drink.

It is very important that you book your group day in advance. Visit our website for our contact information. Please be sure to ask for Lori when you contact. She will ensure you’re a group an exciting day at Southwestern Skate Center.