Are you ready to don a pair of roller skates and transport yourself to the 90s? A favourite activity for big and little kids alike, now’s your chance to grab the kids and glide through the afternoon. Here’s our guide to the top places to go roller skating around Sydney.
Tie those laces, find your balance and get cruising. There’s nothing like feeling the wheels beneath your feet as you put your balance to the test at one of these roller skating places around Sydney. Whether you’re headed for some afternoon fun or planning a birthday party, here’s our top pick of places to venture.
- St Ives Skate Park
- Blackman Skate Park, Lane Cove
- Rollerskating Sydney Skate School, Kirribilli
- Liberté Skate, Avalon
- Centennial Park
- RollerFit, Tempe
- Maximum Skating, Smeaton Grange
- Penrith Skatel, Emu Plains
- Central Coast Roller Derby United
Lots of playgrounds on the North Shore also have bike and scooter paths nearby, and these can be a great spot for beginners to learn to roller skate too!
Another great option is the local netball courts, if they’re open for public use.
Roller Skating on the North Shore
St Ives Skate Park
Unfortunately, there aren’t too many local options when it comes to roller skating on the North Shore. If you have a pair of skates handy, then just head over to St Ives Skate Park. It’s the perfect spot to brush up on those skills, while also gaining a little confidence on your wheels. Plus, there’s the new St Ives Village Green Park right next door, so younger kids can enjoy a play, while the big kids practice their roller-skating skills. Win, win. And it’s free!
- Address: St Ives Village Green
Blackman Skate Park, Lane Cove
Blackman Skatepark, Lane Cove
The newly upgraded Blackman Skatepark in Lane Cove has been built over the existing skatepark to make way for more challenging elements. Blackman Skatepark is bigger and better than before accommodating spectators and a range skateboarder. The park features innovative designs aimed at skill progression from beginner through to advanced levels and includes amenities like seating with shade, a drinking fountain, and unique artistic elements that contribute to its local identity.
- Address: LOT 12 Lloyd Rees Dr, Lane Cove West
Rollerskating Sydney Skate School, Kirribilli
If you’re hoping for a helping hand when it comes to brushing up on those skating skills, then Rollerskating Sydney Skate School is the place to contact. Owner James O’Connor has decades of experience and aims to encourage more people to get into roller derby. You can organise lessons by appointment and even train together. Take to the streets of Sydney and gain a little confidence.
- Address: Kirribilli
- Phone: 0411 872 022
- Website: rollerbladingsydney
Roller Skating around Sydney suburbs
Liberté Skate, Avalon
Liberté Skate runs a roller skating events for tweens/teens and 18+ across the Northern Beaches. Simply head to their Facebook page to sign up for their next event!
- Address: Northern Beaches
- Phone: 0411 872 022
- Website: facebook.com/liberteskate
Centennial Park
Picnic at Fearnley Grounds, Centennial Park
If you’re looking for the perfect place for rollerskating or rollerblading in Sydney, head to Centennial Park! Centennial Park’s Grand Drive has a 3.6 kilometre cycling lane with low gradient that is ideal for rollerbladers. There are also lots of paths near the playgrounds which are ideal spots. Centennial Parklands is a kid’s paradise. Whether you have a budding golfer, pony lover or future Archibald Prize winner to entertain, there’s a program, workshop or activity for them in the Parklands.
RollerFit, Tempe
Whether you’re a seasoned skater, or completely new to learning to skate, you can take up weekly classes at RollerFit. RollerFit is a program for anyone who wants to put some wheels on their feet and get rolling. The great part is you don’t have to sign up for classes, you can come when you like and try your hand at dance, park skating, roller derby, artistic skating or speed skating.
On a Sunday afternoon they have an open session for kids from 5-14 years to come and test out their skating skills.
- Address: Alexandria
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: rollerfit.com.au
Maximum Skating
From roller skating lessons to public skating, or even school holiday workshops, Maximum Skating has it all. They have day and night open sessions to suit all age groups, which is perfect for families’ outings. Or you can choose from skating lessons for 3+ years to brush up on your skills. You can even host a birthday party here, choosing from one of their many party packages to make your life nice and easy while the kids hit the skates.
- Address: 75 Anderson Rd, Smeaton Grange (approx. 1 hour drive from Chatswood)
- Phone: (02) 4624 9500
- Website: maximumskating.com.au
Penrith Skatel
Choose from various sessions at Penrith Skatel, starting from Tiny Tots all the way to adults. You can also join their general sessions on the weekend, or pop on those disco clothes and hit up the Saturday Night family disco. This Sydney roller skating rink is the perfect way to let loose as a family. They also offer a range of birthday parties, or learn-to-skate lessons for all ages.
- Address: 120 Russell St, Emu Plains (about 50 mins drive from Wahroonga)
- Phone: (02) 4735 6699
- Website: penrithskatel.com
Central Coast Roller Derby United
If you find yourself up on the coast, then take the opportunity to drop into Central Coast Roller Derby United and check out their roller skating rink. Their learn-to-skate program is back for 2024, with a program you can take on across five weeks to help you finesse those skating skills. Not so keen on roller derby? Why not head along as a family to watch a game in action and see what it’s all about!
- Address: 18 Washington Ave, Niagara Park (about 50 mins drive from Wahroonga)
- Website: centralcoastrollerderby.com.au
