Everybody says they want to have more fun, but how many of us actually follow through? At Wheels Skate Center we think the new year is the perfect time to stop making excuses and prioritize having a good time. If you’re having trouble convincing your shoulder angel to let down their hair a bit, check out some of our favorite excuses to have fun!

• It’s Good For You. You’ve heard the expression that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. It probably won’t drive you crazy like it did in The Shining, but it is worth taking the chance? Blowing off steam will reduce stress and put you in a better mood.

• Life Is Short. People’s top regrets often include things like “I wish I hadn’t worked so hard.” Getting together with friends, family, and loved ones is one of the most important things you’ll do in life.

• Celebrate! The major holidays are over, so what could we celebrate? How about lacing up your skates for an obscure holiday, like National Measure Your Feet Day on January 23rd? Honestly, though, you don’t need a reason to party. Just being with friends is reason enough.

Between our special events and regular hours, Wheels Skate Center is a great place to have a good time. Not only that, but if you really need to feel like you’re improving yourself, know that roller skating is good exercise! Gather your friends and family, put on some comfy socks, and come visit us as the skating rink.

Was “get in shape” or “exercise more” one of your New Year’s resolutions? Well, roller skating is one of the best ways to accomplish this resolution (and, you get to have fun)! Skating helps you improve balance, increase endurance, boost your mood, and much more.

Did you know that Wheels Skate Center offers skating classes? Check out the details.

Discover why roller skating is great for your health:

Improves Balance

When you roller skate for the first time, your balance may be a little off. It’s tough to balance on wheels! However, with time and practice, you’ll be skating like a professional! Roller skating strengthens your lower back muscles and abdominal muscles – which in turn improves your balance while you walk, run, skate, and do other activities.

Increases Endurance

Do you ever walk up the stairs or go for a brisk jog and feel out of breath? Roller skating can help! When you roller skate, you are increasing your endurance. (Endurance is how long you can withstand physical or mental efforts.) So strap on skates and improve your endurance! You will see the difference on and off the rink.

Boosts Your Mood

When you roller skate, your body releases endorphins – the “feel good hormones.” These hormones interact with your brain, and your brain produces positive feelings throughout your body. Other activities that enable the release of endorphins are laughing, eating chocolate, listening to music, and working out.

So come to Wheels Skate Center for a great workout and fun time! Check out our hours, then visit us today.

With all the activities (and sometimes chaos) of the holiday season, it’s easy to overlook the other important celebrations: winter birthdays! Don’t let your child feel left out or overshadowed because their birthday falls during this busy time. Here are some tips to plan a winter birthday party from Wheels Skate Center.

• Outsource. You’re tired, you’re stressed, your house is in chaos. Don’t add to the insanity! Host a party at Wheels Skate Center and we do the work for you. Not only do we provide food, drinks, tableware, and activities, but your party package comes with a Party Host or Hostess to keep things running on schedule and handle the setup and cleanup. You’ll be free to worry about the rest of the party etiquette or–call us crazy–to relax and enjoy the party!
• Be Flexible. Remember that you may need to pick a day for a party that isn’t your child’s actual birthday. Consider a small family celebration the day of and then have a party for friends later, when it’s more convenient.

• Start Early. Give yourself and your guests plenty of time to plan for this extra event and everyone will have more fun.

• Don’t Combine Presents! Remember: you should never combine Christmas and birthday presents for children born around the holidays. This is an expensive time of year, it’s true, but each celebration should have a specific gift, or your child may feel like their birthday was just tacked onto the holiday season. Make sure that grandparents, aunts and uncles, etc. know this family policy as well.

With a little extra effort, a winter birthday party can be just as special as a summer party. Contact Wheels Skate Center today and let’s start planning!

Are you struggling to think of gifts now that it’s December and time is running out? Check out our Skating Gift Guide from Wheels Skate Center in Odenton, MD!

Skates make a great gift! The Wheels pro shop is open whenever our skate center is; come on down to browse our stock, with or without your skater. The investment will make everyone happy. Parents will save money every time they go to the skate center, and kids will get a chance to practice at home. Even if your skater already owns their own pair, they may have been dying for a new set. Plus, it’s always handy to have extras in case of loss or damage.

If you don’t need to get anyone new skates, don’t forget about all the necessary skating accessories. Consider getting something boring but important like a helmet or knee pads, but look for favorite colors and include some stickers to make it a little more special. If you’re looking for something more fun, check out some special skate socks or new laces. There are also plenty of fun treats for the roller skater in your life. Totes and bags are a fun way to show off their hobby, and also useful for carrying their skating gear. T-shirts or jewelry, like charm bracelets, earrings, and keyrings, will also be welcome.

Don’t forget that the most important gift is the gift of time. Bring your skater to Wheels Skate Center for a few hours of togetherness any time we’re open!

Halloween is one of our favorite holidays, and with candy, costumes, and fun decorations, why wouldn’t it be? It’s a great holiday for kids, but it makes many parents feel nervous. Want to have a fun and safe holiday with the kids? Check out these Halloween safety tips from Wheels Skate Center. 

• Costume Safety. Costumes are a great place to start! Make sure they fit properly, with no tripping hazards. Light-colored costumes are safest, as they make it easy for drivers to see kids on the side of the road. Reflective tape and glow bracelets will help with this as well. Masks should have eye holes large enough to see well. If you use paint on faces, make sure it’s makeup or face paint quality.
• Candy Safety. An adult should check over all candy before kids eat it. Look for damaged wrappers, unusual appearance, or anything that just seems weird to you. Kids shouldn’t eat anything homemade or not commercially wrapped unless you know the person who made it. Make sure kids eat a good dinner with plenty of veggies and drink plenty of water before going out for candy.
• Trick-or-Treat Safety. If kids are going trick-or-treating alone, make sure you know their route and when they will be home. Tell them to stay on sidewalks and never enter anyone’s house.

And don’t forget about Wheels Skate Center’s Halloween Costume Skate on October 27! Our Halloween skate is a fun, safe activity to celebrate this great holiday. Just make sure costumes are safe for skating. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for more information. We can’t wait to see you and your family!

The summer is a time for fun. Kids are out of school and are ready to have a blast all summer long. At Wheels Skate Center in Odenton, MD we are committed to giving the kids a great summer schedule full of fun activities. Our Summer Fun Skating flyer shows you an anticipated exciting summer. We will be having special times and deals that you are sure to love. You will not want to miss out!

Starting on June 26^th, our summer skate deals will begin. Every week Monday through Friday from noon to 3 pm, we will have our summer fun skate time. The best part for parents is that it only costs $5 per visit! That includes admission for your child as well as skate rentals. We have quad and inline skates available that are well-maintained and carefully cleaned. At our summer skating sessions your child will get to skate to some of their favorite summer songs. Our music is appropriate and fun for all ages. Can’t get enough of summer skating? We have another summer deal you won’t want to miss!

If you are a working parent and want to ensure your child has fun and stays active, our all day skate is the best option for you. For just $25 a day your child will be able to enter the skating center, enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast, hit the rink and skate, break for some incredible pizza, and skate some more before it’s time to head home. After work you can swing by Wheels Skate Center to pick them up. But be careful walking in: the smile on your kid’s face may encourage you to take a sick day and join us!

We are excited to offer these deals to you this summer at Wheels Skate Center. Roller skating is a great way for kids to stay healthy while also having fun. We can’t wait to see all of the kids having a great summer. If you have any questions about these deals, please do not hesitate to contact us.

At Wheels Skate Center in Odenton Maryland, we welcome our loyal clients with open arms. In an effort to keep our clients as informed as possible, we have put together this list of important dates to remember as we move into the summer!

• First off we would like to remind you that we will be closed on Mother’s Day. We encourage you to celebrate the mother figures in your life by exploring the many different activities Odenton has to offer! Whatever you decide to do, make sure they are open on Mother’s Day.
• We will be closed for the entirety of Father’s Day weekend. We are hosting the Southeastern Regional Championships.
• We will also be closed for Memorial Day. Spend a great day of recognition exploring what Odenton has to offer.
• Every summer we see many of our same familiar faces skating most days of the week. To reward our frequent skaters we will be starting the sale of Frequent Skater Summer Skating Passes on June 1^st.
• This summer we will be cancelling our Saturday morning skate classes. We will continue teaching on Sundays, but on Saturdays we WILL NOT BE GIVING LESSONS.
• On June 9^th we will be having a fun summer kick-off for our local students! For only $8 we will be open from 8pm-midnight for a fun filled night of skating. There will be plenty of giveaways, but you will have to show up to see what they are!
• Last but certainly not least; Summer Fun Skating will be starting back up soon!

We look forward to seeing YOU this summer at Wheels Skate Center.