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Skating Safely
Fastest Growing Recreational Sport
27 million participants today Purchase more than $300
million 14 million skaters in
1994 Purchased $250 million
3 million skaters in 1989 Purchased $20 million
Females and Youths Dominate
Females: 52 percent of all skaters
Youths 7 to 17 years old: 58 percent of all skaters
Safety Steps
Wear full protective gear Helmet, wrist guards,
knee and elbow pads Practice basic skills
in parking lot or flat surface Braking, turning,
balancing
Always skate under control
Avoid hills until able to master speed