orbit skate center

Though decades old, Orbit embraces older and newer cultures alike, providing a fun and safe atmosphere for both adults and children. Variety in sessions is equally matched by the number of treats at the snack bar, from cotton candy to loaded potato skins. For first-time skaters, I recommend Way Back Wednesdays from 6-10 p.m. where admission is only $4- or Saturday mornings from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. for those with younger children. Feel free to participate in Saturday morning drop-in classes or have a drink at the Galaxy Sky Bar, though hopefully not at the same time :). Impressive for a rink of its size, tables and bathrooms are clean, and the number of people never decreases from enjoyment on the floor. Overall, the rink is well-maintained and well-staffed. I can not stress enough the value of being on their e-mail list; you'll receive monthly passes as well as notifications on their frequent holiday parties. Orbit has earned more than 5 stars for its good, old-fashioned, guaranteed fun.

I had more fun than my son at HIS 8yo birthday party! And he had a great time. It was nostalgic and someone else has written and it's pretty cool that I relived my teenage years from about 30 years ago. The skates are in decent shape, as is the floor. It's obvious they're catering to people in their mid 30s to mid 40s by the music selection on a Saturday afternoon. And hoping we'll bring our kids. Definitely will be back! Great fun and good exercise!

We have had a great time everytime with the kids. It's fun for adults too. It's great when the dj's have u do different kinds of skates(backward, train, etcetera). Always a good time and the rink has never felt too crowded.

I've been taking my daughter there for the drop-in and learn to skate lessons since they are the skating rink in town and she got a pair of skates for x-mas. The price is not bad, $3.50 for an hour of instructed lessons by very experienced gentleman and a young girl. Skate rental is another $3.50 I believe. I would definitely recommend others to attend these lessons a few times when leaning to roller skate/blade. My daughter is 7 and she just has so much fun that I was even thinking of renting/buying my own skates and join in the fun.It can get very crowded there at times like on school events or possible Friday or Saturday nights so be prepared for that as you might have to wait and they might ran out of skate rentals and there might not be anywhere to sit. The facilities are old but well taken care of. The workers are nice. The sell some fast/junk food there as well.I would suggest to buy/bring your own skates if you are planning on doing this regularly as rentals can get pricey as with other specialty shoes like bowling shoes.

Orbit Skate Center is a very affordable, fun, and easy way to skate. Rental skates are available for a low price along with a cheap concession and entrance fee. There are school events, parties, open skate nights, skating lessons, and much more. The condition of the building is OK which is why i gave it its rating. I learned how to skate at one of the classes, so try it soon.

For the last two years, our Girl Scout troop has hosted a school wide skate on a half day. The staff couldn't be more accommodating and pleasant. The price is affordable and the kids have an awesome time!

Our family (Two old fogeys, a 6-yr old, and an 8-yr old) enjoyed a beginners' drop-in skate lesson at the Orbit last weekend. What began as a what-the-heck Saturday outing may well turn into a weekly ritual, we had such a great time. The skating instructor was an older gentleman who led an engaging class full of humor and with a focus on safety. The participants were a hodgepodge of types ranging from energetic preschoolers to wobbly Baby Boomers, and the instructor provided individual attention where it was needed, despite the large number of skaters. He gave lots of encouragement, and his smooth skating style, the result of 50-plus years of practice, made him the envy of all! We stayed for the well-organized afternoon session, where a live DJ played the mandatory Justin Beiber and Katy Perry hits, but mixed in a healthy dose of Roller Disco and Funk classics. I was unaware that I would have an endorphin rush on hearing the first strains of any given KC and the Sunshine Band track, but I dropped my daughter's hand and left her to inch along with my husband while Mama zoomed around the rink recalling her bygone youth in 1970's Southern California! There were space-themed murals, blacklights, lasers, projections, mirrorballs, video screens, and a fog machine. Add to that the many participants who dressed in Retro Style (Rainbow Suspenders, Neon Lycra, etc.), and that's one heck of a party. I really appreciated the hands-on involvement of the DJ and the Skate Guard during the session. When any child took a spill, my own daughter included, that skate guard was immediately on the scene to protect against further collisions and assist in any way. He appeared so quickly each time, it's obvious that he must actively scan the floor for accidents and falls. When one child appeared to have a potentially serious injury, they turned up the lights and cleared the entire floor right away to attend to her. (I think she was ok.) Skaters were courteous, in part due to the active participation of the skate guard. The well-run party atmosphere continued with a wide variety of special games and dances. The DJ maintained great energy, and it was clear through his comments and announcements that he was engaged in the activity on the skating floor, not just spinning tunes in a booth. Again, he had an eye out for safety. And isn't it comforting to know that The Chicken Dance will never go out of style? The skating floor itself is spacious and well-maintained, but one cramped corridor connects the entrance/exit points, arcade, lockers, skate rental, and restroom area. The combination of small children, high traffic, and unsteady skaters made for a clogged obstacle course, so proceed with caution. However, there was plenty of room in the snack bar, so spectators should settle in that area. The admission/rental fees are not cheap, but they're comparable to what you might spend at your local cineplex. Orbit did not just pocket your cash and leave you to make your way round and round the rink. I felt like I was attending a well-organized party, and their emphasis on safety is priceless. They have various styles of skates available for rental, and the ones I used seem far superior to what I remember from way back when, just after the invention of the wheel. They have a live organist during certain sessions, which is a very special feature. Can't wait to return.