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Rollerblade® created the Skate to Ski program as an innovative approach to help skiers train and stay in shape. Inline skating is the best way in the off-season to recreate skiing motions.
Stephen Helfenbein, member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and long-time instructor, is our lead ambassador for our Skate to Ski Program. Learn more about his approach and how cross training on inline skates makes it possible to get in shape for the season.
Rollerblade® has joined forces with US Ski & Snowboard®, the Professional Ski Instructors of America®, and the National Ski Patrol® to develop a world class off-season cross-training program.
Listen to Olympian, elite ski coach, and ripping skater Doug Lewis describe how the program works.
If you are brand new to inline skating or unsure of what skates and gear to use, please click here to get squared away before starting the Skate to Ski Training System.
Skating basicsWere your skates made back when your skis were straight? Click here to check out the latest skates and gear specifically designed for this program.
BUY YOUR SKATES & GEARIf you’ve got your skates, gear, and helmet, and you know the basics of skating and stopping, you’re ready to go!
The first thing to do is watch the Terrain Selection video.
If you’re a skier who’s used to bombing down slopes, you need to
recalibrate. Start on perfectly flat pavement and nail the basics before
going down even a moderate pitch.
Remember, there are no black diamond trail rating markers out there on
pavement. Avoid skating where there’s sand, water, or cracked pavement.
Always know the road ahead before you skate it.
The Skate to Ski Training System is a progression of phases. Start with
Phase 1 and perform the exercises in order. Make sure you've mastered a
Phase before progressing to the next one.
Always wear your helmet and protective gear. And most importantly - have fun with this!
Click the links below to take you to the appropriate Phase.
Get ready for ski season with our training programs. This three-part video series highlights different techniques to incorporate into your ski training. Start with our first video to learn gliding techniques, then move onto the second video to master turning and finally learn how to pull it all together by watching our third video. Keep working on your skills to progress and get hyped for a great ski season!
Once you’ve learned the skills in Phases 1 - 4, you’re ready to start training!
Click here to check out two different training programs that incorporate your newly found Skate to Ski skills.
Training Plan 1 provides a moderate training schedule that utilizes skills from Phases 2 & 3.
Training Plan 2 is a more intense training schedule that incorporates skills from Phases 2, 3, & 4.
For those who want to carry the Skate to Ski Training System out on the trail and not worry about a device or streaming video, we offer a nice analog solution.
This handy 64 page flip book has all the info and extra tips found in the app. Plus it’s gauranteed not to crack if you drop it.
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Listen to what the pros are saying about the
Rollerblade Skate to Ski Training System
"I firmly believe that for cross training for skiing, inline skating is a strong asset"
"The Rollerblade Skate to Ski program is the most ski specific off-snow program you can do as a skier. Not only does it train ski specific movements and patterns that will translate into better skiing when you return to snow, but it will increase agility, strength, mobility, and work your cardiovascular system as well. Plus it’s FUN!"
Doug Lewis
Olympic ski racer
"Whether I'm ripping around the neighborhood, or preparing for the next
ski season, inline skating is a versatile way to have some fun, and
switch it up."
Brennan Rubie
World Cup Ski Racer
"The adrenaline rush and freedom I get from skiing in the winter I now
get from inline skating during the warmer months. Skating allows me to
be outside with my friends and get a great cardio workout."
Katie Ryan
World Cup Ski Racer
"The Skate to Ski Training System offers our young athletes the
opportunity to connect their seasons while developing many primary
athletic skills that transfer directly to alpine skiing."
Ron Bonnevie
Head U14 Coach & Weekend Program Manager
When I don’t have the opportunity to ski, I am still looking for ways to improve my skills and fitness. Inline skates are not only fun, they are the perfect cross training tool. With Rollerblade’s Skate to Ski program helps my off-season work translate into better skiing as soon as I begin the season. If you’re an instructor with limited time and resources to devote to training, a pair of skates is the answer!
"Incorporate inline skating into strength and conditioning program as a
way to develop key movements and simulate key body positions similar to
alpine skiing."
Martin Guyer
Green Mountain Valley School
Formerly US Ski and Snowboard Eastern Region Development Director
Inline skating is the best way in the off-season to recreate the unique muscle movements and carving motions found in skiing. Skiers at every ability level are discovering the amazing cross-training and fitness benefits of inline skating. Whether you’re a green run cruiser, powder hound, or podium seeking racer, connect your winters with Rollerblade inline skates.
Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Belgrade Professional paper: The application of inline skates in alpine skiers training
Rollerblade has designed specific inline skates with the needs of skiers in mind. Choose one of our molded shell skates that are ideal for cross-training. Molded boot shells provide the support and precession skiers are looking for.
