Join us for Sk8 Expo 2024 from August 26-28 at the stunning Margaritaville Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida. This event is a must-attend for roller skating professionals, packed with activities, seminars, and networking opportunities. For members who are interested, there's a 3-Day Bahamas and Perfect Day Cruise open to all members. Details can be found on the Sk8 Expo Page under the Special Event area. Here's a detailed summary of what to expect each day:
Monday, August 26 The event kicks off with registration from 9 am to 4:30 pm, where attendees can collect their event bags and lanyards. Vendors will set up their booths for the trade show throughout the day. In the afternoon, attendees can participate in a vital CPR and First Aid Certification seminar, ensuring they are prepared for emergencies. Additionally, there’s a STEM Roller Skating Program Boot Camp from 11 am to 2 pm, offering insights into integrating educational programs to boost business revenue. Later in the day, join the bus trip to Miami Roller Skating Rink for a firsthand look at a successful rink operation, gaining valuable inspiration for your own business. Tuesday, August 27 Start your day with a continental breakfast, fueling up for a full day of activities. The morning sessions include First Aid Certification, providing crucial training to enhance safety at your rink. Following this, RSA leadership will present an update on the association's initiatives and future plans. The day features several trade show sessions, where attendees can explore products and services to enhance their rink operations. Key seminars include ADA Compliance, offering guidance on making your rink accessible, and marketing strategies to boost revenue in any economic climate. The day concludes with a lively Welcome Reception, perfect for networking and unwinding by the beach. Wednesday, August 28 The final day begins with a Learn to Skate Certification seminar, an excellent opportunity to ensure your staff is well-trained to deliver high-quality instruction. Throughout the day, more trade show sessions provide ample opportunities to discover innovative products and services. Highlights include a session on skyrocketing birthday party bookings, insights into successful rink operations from United Skates of America, and a marketing panel featuring industry experts. The event wraps up with a crucial reapportionment session for RSA members to discuss the future structure of the association. Join us at Sk8 Expo 2024 to network, learn, and elevate your roller skating business. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry leaders and gain valuable insights. See you in Hollywood, Florida!
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Every year, members pay their music licensing fees to the RSA, which then gets sent to the music licensing organizations. With those payments comes a lot of questions. That's why we're giving a refresher course to members and potential rink owners about the importance of music licensing. Music brings life to your roller rink, creating an atmosphere that keeps skaters coming back. However, understanding the legal responsibilities of using music in your business is crucial. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate U.S. copyright law for your roller rink. 10 Ways the Roller Skating Association Propels Future Roller Skating Rink Owners to Success4/12/2024 Are you ready to lace up your skates and dive into the roller skating rink business? Discover how the Roller Skating Association (RSA) can be your ultimate partner in turning your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Here are the top 10 ways the RSA can assist you in opening your own roller skating rink: Every year, the Roller Skating Foundation provides upward of $18,000 to schools throughout the country and $9000 in scholarships to students. This year, we sought out to increase the number of schools that hear about the program with a Tag a Teacher campaign so that teachers throughout the country learned about our grant program to take their students on STEM roller skating field trips, physical fitness trips, or end of year awards trips. The goal has always been to get more students into roller skating rinks (and helping rinks establish relationships with schools they may have never worked with before) by providing grants to schools for this purpose. What was the result? We nearly quadrupled the number of applicants to the program, which this semester alone resulted in over $75,000 in grant requests! However, the Foundation can only provide a limited number of these grants to schools and would like to expand on the amount they can offer. That’s where you step in... Get ready to lace up your skates and feel the adrenaline rush as American Roller Sports proudly presents the 6th Annual American Roller Sports Speed Skating Championship, set to blaze into Hermitage, Pennsylvania, from June 10-14, 2024. This isn’t just any skating competition – it’s the epitome of speed skating excellence! ARS Speed Skating Championships to Award $13,000 to skaters From June 10-14, Hermitage, Pennsylvania will be transformed into a hub of excitement and competition as skaters from every corner of the nation gather to showcase their skills and determination in the heart-pounding races of the American Roller Sports Speed Skating Championship. With thousands of attendees and viewers tuning in around the world and having been showcased on the Olympic Channel in the past, this event promises to be a spectacle not to be missed. The highlight of this year’s championship is the legendary Inline Race of Champions on Friday, June 14, a test of speed and endurance that will push skaters to their limits with an astonishing prize purse of $10,000. This thrilling showdown will see competitors vying for the title of the fastest skaters in America. But there’s more excitement in store for 2024! Introducing the Quad Portion to the Race of Champions to be held on Tuesday, June 11, where the action is hotter and the stakes are higher. For the first time ever, the American Roller Sports Speed Skating Championships will include a Quad Race of Champions, offering a cash prize of $3000! Skaters will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and compete for glory. With our prize purse soaring to an astonishing $13,000, the competition has never been more fierce. |
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