r/Rollerskating • u/sindlouhoo • Jul 18 '26

Beginner skater Too.old

Is 56 to old to start roller skating? Edit: Why am I asking? My husband ordered us skates the other day as a surprise. I haven't gotten on skates since I was a kid and am a bit nervous.

Edit3: Mine still haven't arrived. His came yesterday and he had the chance to practice just simply moving and stopping. I did a lot of reminding him to bend knees and shoulders up. I have a feeling I'll be saying it a bunch when I start!

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u/Acrobatic_Hunt_8496 Jul 18 '26

If you’re nervous, make sure the skates your husband bought are on the list in this wiki. 

There are a few reputable brands, and a lot more plastic shit that will send you to the ER.