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The Christmas Countdown is On!

Yes, we know that it is still October. At the end of the month there will still be cornstalks, scarecrows, and spiderwebs gracing front porches throughout the area. However, take one look at the local shopping centers and you’re sure to notice that the upcoming Christmas holidays will be here before you know it. At Roller Kingdom, we are preparing for the holidays in our own way with our offering of gift certificates.

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Chances are that you’ve got someone in life that absolutely loves spending time at Roller Kingdom. What would make a better gift for them besides a Roller Kingdom gift certificate. They have the power to choose how to spend this. It could be on admission, skates, skate accessories, or snacks. Ready for the even better? You don’t have to stop by to pick it up! We’ll mail it out within 2 business days of your purchase. Online purchasing means that if you’re waiting for Cyber Monday, we’ve got you covered!

The Great Skate Rebate

We’ve shared about the Great Skate Rebate before, and it is still a part of the line up at Roller Kingdom in Hudson and in Tyngsboro. We understand that purchasing a pair of roller skates is an investment. Skate owners take a certain pride in their skates and plan on using them time and time again. When you purchase skates at Roller Kingdom, this is an easy option as you are given equal value in admission. Let’s say you spend $179 on the pair of skates you’ve been dying to have, we’ll add to your investment with our Great Skate Rebate with $179 worth of passes.

The beginning of November means that we are less than two months away from Christmas. We encourage  you to get your shopping done and out of the way by taking advantage of Roller Kingdom gift certificates and our Great Skate Rebate!

Spooktacular Fun at Roller Kingdom!

We’re calling all ghosts, goblins, and ghouls for a spooktacular Halloween party at Roller Kingdom. Costumes are optional, but we encourage you to wear your scariest, funniest, and silliest costumes because you could be the next winner of our annual Halloween costume contest! it!
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Sunday Halloween Party

We welcome all guests to join us for a Halloween Party on Sunday Oct. 25th from 1pm-5pm at both locations. Fun and games will include our costume contest in which we’ve got prizes that are worth winning! Costumes are optional, but you won’t want to miss the opportunity to win the grand prize!

Prizes

  • 1st Prize-One year of free admission to all skating sessions and a choice of skates (up to $300 value)
  • 2nd Prize-One year of free admission to all skating sessions
  • 3rd Prize-Choice of roller skates (up to $150 value)

Adult Only Halloween Party-Tyngsboro Location

Adult Skate Nights are no longer a thing of the past! They have come back to Roller Kingdom with a renewed strength, and on the Sunday before Halloween, we’re celebrating with a Halloween Party and costume contest. Don’t miss this fun filled evening of fun for those 18 and up on Sunday, Oct 25. Adult Night is at the Tyngsboro location and will take place from 7-10pm. Don’t miss out on this evening of roller skating, costumes, karaoke, and laser tag for the young at heart!

A variety of activities and games will take place throughout our Halloween parties. We can’t wait to see the creative and unique costumes that our skaters come up with as they join us for our annual Halloween Party at Roller Kingdom! Get your Monster Mash and Thriller on, and skate along with us to your favorite tunes! Make sure you share your fave pics with us on InstagramFacebook and Twitter from our spooky Halloween Party at Roller Kingdom!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Roller Kingdom is local and family owned. We know just how important family is, and we also know that many families have been touched by cancer. In an effort to support those in our community that have experienced the battle with breast cancer either first hand or through the journey with a friend or loved one, we are participating in a fundraiser October’s Breast Cancer Awareness MonthBreast Cancer Awareness at Roller Kingdom

Join us for an afternoon of roller skating on Sunday, October 18, and we’ll donate $1 of every admission to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Our skating session will take place from 1-5pm.

Not only will you be helping to support a good cause, but you will also be able to kick back and relax for a little while. Roller skating is great for getting your mind off of things and taking a break for a little while. We like to say that it is good for the body and good for the mind!

Thanks in advance for sharing this opportunity with your friends and family! We look forward to seeing you out as we skate in support of a cure at Roller Kingdom during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Columbus Day Skating at Roller Kingdom

Columbus Day is on Monday, October 12. The Tyngsborough Public Schools will be closed and so will the Hudson Public Schools. When school is out, we’re open at Roller Kingdom!Roller Kingdom

We don’t know about you, but we’ve tried to watch daytime television before and we have to admit that we’d rather be roller skating! With so many students off of school on this day in October, the last thing we want is for them to be stuck at home and bored. Instead, come on out to Roller Kingdom in Tyngsboro or in Hudson. Spread the word and bring your friends because we’re hosting our annual Columbus Day Skate!

Our public skating session is open for kids and adults. Enjoy time in our indoor laser tag arena, or spin your wheels on our fresh new  floor! We’ll be open for public skating from 1pm-5pm on Monday, October 12th. Admission is only $9 and skate rental is $1!

October Was Meant for Roller Skating!

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Roller skating is great for any time of the year, but in October, it’s even better than usual! The month of October is Roller Skating Month! That’s right, we have a whole month dedicated to the great activity we all know and love. National Roller Skating Month actually began in 1983 to promote not only its fun aspects but also the benefits it has for your health. So, what can we do this month to celebrate? Roller Kingdom has a few things in store for you!

  • Dollar Night (Every Wednesday) – Save some money and join us for Dollar Nigh on Wednesdays! What’s better than saving money and having fun at the same time?
  • Halloween Costume Contest (Oct. 25th) – Is your costume game strong? Then join in on the festivities for a chance to win some great prizes!
    • 1st place receives a year of free admission and a choice of roller skates (up to $300).
    • 2nd place receives a year of free admission.
    • 3rd place receives a choice pair of skates (up to $150).
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Day (Oct. 18th) – Admission is only $1 for this event and the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Come have some fun and support a more than worthy cause!
  • Adult Night (Oct. 25th) – We have another adult night coming your way! Click this link to purchase your tickets now!

Lace Up Those Skates!

Roller Skate Lacing Methods

Improperly fitting roller skates can be extremely frustrating, and if you are a beginner, it can bend that learning curve even more than it already was. But a skate that doesn’t fit quite right, doesn’t always mean that you selected the wrong size for your foot. While this is a very definite possibility, you may also just need to simply adjust the laces.  Like skates, feet come in all different shapes and sizes, and sometimes minor tweaks need to be made. Roller Kingdom located in Tyngsboro and Hudson, MA wants to see everyone in our rink having nothing less than a great time! So, follow these lacing tips if you are someone who is struggling with this.

  • High Arches? If you have really high arches that cause the tops of your feet to be raised a little higher than most, relieve that pressure. Roller skates are supposed to be a little snug, but not uncomfortable.
  • Is your heel slipping? If this is you, and you have been fitted for skates by someone who is knowledgable, try this lacing technique that will help alleviate this issue.
  • Toe problems? Let’s raise them up a bit! This particular lacing method will help to alleviate hammer toes, toe corn, nail problems and any other painful toes issues you might experience with your toes.

Join us at our rink! Check out our schedules in Tyngsboro and Hudson, and plan your next visit!

A Brief History of Roller Skating

A world without roller skating… It’s difficult to think of now, but at one point in time, the terms “roller rink” and “roller skates” had no meaning. So where did it get its start? Roller skating has a long and rich history with many innovations and occurrences along the way that brought us to what we know and love today. Dating back to the 1700’s it can be difficult for the curious to search through and find all of the high points. So, Roller Kingdom, located in Hudson and Tyngsboro, MA, has compiled an easy-to-follow timeline of roller skating highlights from the beginning to today!

Roller Skating Timeline

  • 1743: This is the first ever recorded account of anyone using anything like roller skates. These first skates were used in a London stage performance, and the inventor is unknown.
  • 1760: The first roller skates are invented! Though the first account was in the stage performance, this is the first ever actual invention of what we know today. These skates were actually inline, believe it or not, and had small metal wheels. The inventor was John Joseph Merlin.
  • 1819: First patented roller skate design, in France by M. Petitbled. These skates are more similar to what we know today. It was very difficult to maneuver in this early design, and was difficult to do much else but move in a straight line.
  • 1857: Roller skating has finally gained enough popularity by this point and has warranted the opening of the first public rinks! They were held at The Strand in London and Floral Hall.
  • 1863: The quad roller skate makes its first appearance. Designed by James Leonard Plimpton in New York City, this model of roller skate made it easier for the skater to turn.
  • 1880: Roller skates are beginning to be mass produced in America, and is experiencing a boom in popularity.
  • 1902: The Chicago Coliseum opens a public skating rink, and more than 7,000 people attend the grand opening.
  • 1916: The first appearance of roller skates on the big screen is in the Charlie Chaplain film, “The Rink.”
  • 1979: Scott Olson and Brennan Olson set out to redesign the skate by using a 1960’s inline skate design and using modern materials and an ice hockey boot. Scott Olson begins promoting the skate, and creates Rollerblade, Inc.
  • Adjustments to the skates are made over the course of the next decades, and with a bit of tweaking and honing, we have arrived at what we have today!

Combat After School Boredom with Roller Skating

 

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School is out for the day, and your kid has nothing to do. This is usually about the time those video game consoles begin calling your child’s name. Next thing you know, hours have passed and it’s time for bed. Finding a fun after school activity that competes with the video games can be difficult. We have a solution for you though. Take them roller skating! Grabbing some rink time is a perfect alternative to video games and binge watching television. Here’s is why you should make Roller Kingdom your next after school destination!

Reasons Roller Skating is a Great After School Activity

  1. Great Exercise – Instead of being sedentary on the couch, let’s get up and get active! Roller skating is recommended by the American Heart Association as a great aerobic activity.
  2. It’s Fun – Though most don’t think of exercise as being fun, roller skating is the perfect mix of both!
  3. Affordable – You might be thinking “This all sounds great so far, but isn’t it expensive?” No! Going to the rink is a very affordable and fun outing. This enjoyable evening out won’t break the bank!
  4. Social – Roller skating is a great way for your child to see current friends and make new ones! If you have made a recent move, hitting the rink might be a great way for your child to meet new friends!
  5. Better Brain for School – Studies have shown that regular exercise is a great way to boost the brain’s cognitive function. Regular roller skating could lead to better school performance!

Hassle Free Birthday Parties

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!ROLLER KINGDOM

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!

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!end of summer glow night

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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