Editing Inline skating (section)

==Disciplines==

[[File:Aggressive inline skating Jerry 2012 Andrey Kolgan ova.webm|thumb|Aggressive Inline Jerry 2012 Andrey Kolgan]]
[[File:Rollerblading-postojna.jpg|thumb|Recreational inline skating]]
[[File:Wednesday Night Skate NYC-WNS NYC 2022-06-29-Skating into Manhattanhenge-IMG 2069-FRD.webm|thumb|thumbtime=38|upright|Hundreds of skaters skate into [[Manhattanhenge]] from [[Union Square, Manhattan|Union Square]]]]
[[File:Typical Inline Skating Gear.jpg|thumb|right|Typical In-line skating protective gear includes helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards, and knee pads.]]

===Aggressive inline===
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Aggressive inline skating (referred to by participants as '''''rollerblading''''', '''''blading''''', '''''skating''''' or '''''rolling''''') is a sub-discipline primarily focused on the execution of tricks in the action sports canon. Aggressive inline skates are specially modified to accommodate grinds and the jumping of large gaps. Aggressive skates are identifiable by a prominent gap in between the second and third wheels (known as the H-block) which allows for [[Grind (sport)|grinds]] perpendicular to the direction of the wheels. A hard plastic surface on the sole of the boot known as a "sole plate" or "soul plate" allows for grinds parallel to the wheels. From these grind surfaces comes a lexicon of well-known grind stances, though sliding can occur on any surface of the boot or wheels. Aggressive skates typically have much smaller wheels than regular inline skates. The small size allows for more freedom when grinding as there is less risk of catching on obstacles. These smaller wheels feature a flat profile to accommodate the impact from jumping tall heights.

===Alpine skating===
Alpine skating on [[Roller skiing|roller skis]] owes its existence to skiing, enabling skiers to train in the off-season despite a lack of snow. Skaters complete a course marked by gates while descending at high speeds. Its basic movements are therefore similar to those of downhill skiing and many athletes regularly practice both modalities.<ref>{{cite web |title=Alpine |url=https://www.wrg2019.com/news/general/11-disciplines-wrg-2019-alpine/ |website=wrg 2019 |access-date=18 August 2019 |archive-date=18 August 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190818105039/https://www.wrg2019.com/news/general/11-disciplines-wrg-2019-alpine/ |url-status=dead }}</ref>

===Artistic/figure skating===
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Artistic roller skaters use either quad or inline skates. The sport looks very similar to its counterpart on ice, but it is more affordable in warmer climates. Inline figure skating has been included in the world championships since 2002.

===Fitness/recreational skating===
Recreational skaters usually [[Road skating|skate on roads]], bike lanes, or paved trails. They might be skating solo for transportation, fitness, skating with friends, or participating in an organized event.  Because urban areas tend to have more hazards from traffic, many cities have organized social groups to make skating safer.

Fitness skaters tend to skate more frequently and go longer distances. Fitness skates typically have faster bearings and larger wheels to generate speed and cover ground more efficiently. Skaters in this category tend to skate {{Convert|10–15|mph}} on average. Some challenge themselves to feats of endurance skating for over {{Convert|30|miles}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.inlineskates.com/Types-of-Inline-Skates/article-4-8-2010,default,pg.html|title= Types of Inline Skates|access-date=2018-08-08}}</ref>

===Freestyle skating===
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Freestyle skating is a form of inline skating performed on flat ground and refers collectively to the disciplines for which competitions are organized by the International Freestyle Skaters Association. Currently IFSA has defined three disciplines which must be offered by any competition they sanction: [[freestyle slalom skating|freestyle slalom]], speed slalom, and free jump. Two additional disciplines, high jump and jam, are also defined, but are at present considered optional.

===Hockey===
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Roller in-line hockey is performed in a special rink on [[inline skates]] and was originally thought of by ice hockey players who wanted to continue training in their off season. Hockey rollerblades have wheel sizes generally between 72–80mm. The toe end of the boot is characteristically squared off. The feel of the boot is generally the same as ice skates, so the switch off between hockey skates and hockey is diminished, leading to better in-training simulations of ice hockey.

===Off-road skating===
{{main|Nordic cross skating}}

===Roller soccer===
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Similar to soccer, roller soccer involves five players with skates on each side and takes place in an indoor sports hall or outside space with appropriate boundaries. Players need to score as many goals as possible with a soccer ball, and the team with the most goals wins the match.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bowerman |first=Oscar |date=2023-08-29 |title=Roller Soccer: History, Rules and Where to Play |url=https://historyofsoccer.info/roller-soccer |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=History Of Soccer |language=en-us}}</ref>

=== Speed skating ===
{{main|Inline speed skating}}Also known as inline racing, speed skating is the sport of skating (usually on flat surfaces, such as [[roller rink]]s) with the intent to beat the opponent's time score or get to the finish line first.

===Wizard Skating=== 
Wizard Skating is a progressive style of inline skating that emphasizes fluidity, edge control, and creative movement. Unlike traditional aggressive or urban skating, which focuses on grinds, jumps, and rigid tricks, wizard skating incorporates deep carving, edge transitions, and dynamic footwork to create a smooth, flowing style.

The discipline was pioneered by Leon Basin, the founder of Wizard Skating and Wizard style frames, a specialized rockered frame system that enhances maneuverability and control. Wizard skating blends elements of freestyle slalom, artistic skating, and urban exploration, allowing skaters to navigate open spaces with seamless, dance-like motions.

Since its rise in the early 2010s, wizard skating has gained popularity worldwide, attracting skaters from various backgrounds, including aggressive, urban, and freestyle disciplines. Its emphasis on edge control and fluid motion has made it a distinct and evolving art form within the broader inline skating community.

===Vert skating===
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A term used to refer to [[inline skates]] on a [[vert ramp]]–a half pipe with some vertical in it–usually between {{Convert|6 and 24|in|cm|abbr=on}}. [[Vert skating]] is a form of [[gymnastics]] performed with skates. The purpose of vert skating is to ride higher than the coping (which is the metal pipe on top of the ramp) and perform spins or flips. It focuses on complicated hard aerial maneuvers, such as spins and flips. The intent of the skater is to build speed until they are of sufficient height above the edge of the ramp to perform various aerial acrobatics. In competitions, skaters have limited time, often less than a minute, to impress the judges by landing numerous difficult tricks. Vert skating may occur in competition and was once part of the [[X Games]]. [[Vert ramp]]s are also present in many skateparks.