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Roller Skiing

Roller Skiing is an off-snow equivalent to cross-country skiing that takes place on smooth surfaces such as paths in parks, safe roads and cycle tracks.

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An Overview of Roller Skiing

Roller Skiing takes place on smooth surfaces such as park paths, roads, cycle and athletics tracks. It was born from cross country skiing sharing similar techniques and is often used as the basis of summer training for cross country skiers

Suitable for all ages and a perfect low-cost activity, there are more and more community clubs offering Rollerski sessions which give people the chance to have a go at the activity. To showcase what to expect when starting out, view the GO SKI GO BOARD's introductory video below:

Benefits

It is a low-impact, full-body exercise that is great for core body strength, balance and overall fitness whilst being a great alternative to more traditional activities such as running or cycling.

Costs

Regular practice sessions can cost as little as £2-£10 including equipment hire and track fees. If you are looking to learn a guideline for a 6hr GO SKI GO BOARD beginners course is between £30 - £80 depending on location and deliverer.

Equipment

  • Roller skis
  • Boots
  • Cycle Helmet
  • Protective eyewear (optional; mandatory in some competitions)
  • Gloves (recommended but not mandatory)
  • Knee and elbow pads (recommended, but not mandatory)

Facts

  • The first roller skis were built in the mid-1930s in Italy and North Europe.
  • Roller Skiing and Cross Country skiing is part of the Nordic community. Olympic events are cross-country skiing and Nordic combined. The FIS Nordic World Ski Championships is the major event outside of the Olympics and happens in winter of odd-number years between Winter Olympics.

Find Roller Skiing Activities Near You

Use the search below to find local activities near you.

National Governing Bodies

British Roller Sports Federation

Contact Name
General Information
Contact Email
brsf@btinternet.com

Snowsport England

Contact Name
Claire / Gareth (Office)
Contact Email
info@snowsportengland.org.uk
Contact Telephone
01509 232323
Rollerski Co

Rollerski Co

Rollerski Co was set up in 2005 to provide everything you need to get rollerskiing. We provide instruction, sell equipment, and get you ready for cross county skiing on snow.

Hyde Park 5-Week Classic Rollerski Course

Hyde Park 5-Week Classic Rollerski Course

Beginners' rollerski course in classic technique. Learn to rollerski in Hyde Park, London.