Archives for August 2015

Hassle Free Birthday Parties

August 28, 2015 by Bethany Leave a Comment

Who knew that birthday parties would be so involved these days? If you’ve ever felt like planning for your child’s birthday party is a hassle, well, it is evident that you are not alone! Simply Google the phrase, “Hassle Free Birthday Parties,” and the number of mommy blogs, parenting magazine articles, and various other resources will make your search of hassle free tips feel even that much more overwhelming!

At Roller Kingdom, we truly strive to provide you with a hassle free birthday party experience for kids and adults! It does not matter how old the special guest of honor is turning. We are happy to cater to your needs whether the birthday boy or girl is celebrating their first birthday or their 99th birthday! After all, we realize that hosting a birthday party at Roller Kingdom is something many choose in an effort to provide non-stop fun and entertainment for their guests.

Take a look at our party packages that we offer at both Roller Kingdom locations. These hassle free birthday party options not only meet a variety of budget requirements, but they also offer the ability to be completely customized to meet the needs and interests of your party guests.

Customize with Party Add-Ons

One of the best things about our party packages at Roller Kingdom is that food is already included in the price for guests! However, we know that busy parents sometimes have a hard time finding the time to fit in the extras. For this reason, you can customize your party package with add-ons. For example, you can add a Carvel Ice Cream cake to your package and cut out a complete step in ordering or picking up a cake! Why not do the same with our custom goody bag option as well?

Visit our birthday party page for Hudson and Tyngsboro and book your next party today. Spaces are always filling up quickly, so you won’t want to wait!

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End of Summer Roller Skating Party!

August 21, 2015 by Bethany Leave a Comment

Have you spotted the signs of the end of summer? We sure have! We’ve noticed that there has been an upswing in last minute trips to the beach, and back to school sales are in full gear. Tyngsborough Schools students hit the books and the halls on September 1st (Pre-K and Kindergarten on September 2nd) and Hudson Public Schools resume on Tuesday, September 2nd for all grade levels. With the end of summer winding down, we wanted to help you end the summer on a high note! Or, perhaps we should say on a bright note because on Friday, August 28, Roller Kingdom’s End of Summer Firefly Night will allow for just that!

Glow Skate

The End of Summer Firefly Night will get everything, including you, glowing! The first 100 people to join us will get a free glow novelty. And wearing neon clothing and anything that glows, will just add to the fun under the black lights!

Glow Games and Glow Fun

Roller Kingdom is already packed with tons of entertaining options! Between the roller skating, laser tag, arcade games, and karaoke, there is always something to do. But on Friday, August 28, we are ramping things up for our End of Summer Firefly Night! Come on out and have fun with all of the extra games we’ll be working on throughout the night!

Friday Supper Skate

The End of Summer Firefly Night is from 7-10pm in Hudson, MA and rom 7-11 at Tyngsboro, MA. If you’re looking for a little pre glow skating fun, then you are welcome to join us for our 4-6:30pm Friday Supper Skate session. Admission, skate rental, a slice of pizza, and a soda are all included for only $6 on Fridays from 4-6:30pm! This is an amazing deal that is great for the family and both Tyngsboro and Hudson!

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18+ Roller Skating

August 14, 2015 by Bethany Leave a Comment

On Sunday, August 23rd, we are changing it up a bit and hosting our 18 and up crowd at our Tyngsboro location.

Rolling and Tunes

What do you want to hear? The sounds of the night are up to you! We want to hear from our skaters, what music do you want to hear throughout the night? We can do a throwback to the 80s or the top hits of today. We’re waiting to hear from you on our Facebook page!

Get your Tickets Now!

Adult Night is only $8 when tickets are bought in advance. They are $10 if you wait and purchase at the door. Skate rental is included with admission. You may purchase tickets online and bring your identification with you for our special roller skating event.

Share this event, get the word out, and bring all of your friends! This Adult Night is back by popular demand, and you won’t want to miss it!

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Quads vs. Inline Roller Skates

August 7, 2015 by Bethany Leave a Comment

When choosing roller skates, you have two options: classic quads or the skates with two pair of wheels, or inline skates, with one row of wheels in the middle of the skate. Both types of skate are popular at Roller Kingdom in Tyngsboro or Hudson.

Many of the basic tips for how to skate are the same with both quads and inline roller skates. Skating with either one is essentially stepping forward and rolling the foot back, regardless of where the wheels are placed.

The primary difference between the skates is braking. Stopping with quads is done with the toe, but with inline skates, stopping is done at the heel. While both skates are propelled forward by the same step-like motions, stopping with quads means leaning forward onto either of the toe stops. Some beginners find that more difficult, rather than pulling back to lean on the heel.

Where you roller skate, and for what reason you skate, you should determine the type of skates you choose. Consider the following:

Quad roller skates:

Meant for in-door skating
Slower
Not typically supportive for the ankles
More stable

Inline skates:

Meant for exercise and speed
Optimal for skating outside
Made of hard plastic that encases the ankles, offering excellent support
Wobbly and require learning some balance

While quad roller skates are more nostalgic for many people as roller derby skates, the spread of the wheels means that even tiny obstacles are more likely to be a problem than with in-line skates, whether it’s a crack or a rock. Broad, smooth surfaces – like a skating rink – are the best places for use of quads.

While inline roller skates do require some balance, the wheels are faster and made for speed. With the skates all in a line, it’s easier to avoid obstacles, even the small ones, both from the decreased likelihood of hitting it and the maneuverability to swerve. When you’re looking for speed skates, you’re looking for inlines.

Whether you are in the process of learning to skate or choosing the right skates for your skating style, these tips will help you enjoy skating to its fullest potential. For more information stop by our Skate Shop next time you are in to do a little shopping and ask us any questions that you may have.

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