Our favorite budget-friendly program for keeping kids active is back, but with a slight structural shift you need to know about!
The Kids Skate Free Club requires an annual club membership per child to unlock access to your regular weekly free roller skating passes. Each pass membership costs just $4.99 for a full 12-month registration.
Yes, they charge a small administrative fee now, but it is only $5.99 per YEAR per child, and your kids get two completely free skating sessions every single week! Considering the standard price of admission at local rinks, this remains an absolute steal and is definitely worth the small investment to keep your family active without breaking the bank.
How the Kids Skate Free Registration Works
- Step 1: Purchase your KSF annual membership pass for each child you want to enroll using the official registration system link below. (Crucial Tip: Make sure to use the exact same primary email address during checkout that you use to log into your MyHownd account!)
- Step 2: A unique, one-time-use activation voucher code will be instantly emailed to your inbox. If you utilize the mobile app, you can also view this activation code inside the Wallet tab of the MyHownd App (available for iOS and Android).
- Step 3: Head over to the official Kids Skate Free Portal to locate your closest participating neighborhood roller rink.
- Step 4: Input the name, registration details, and date of birth for the children you want to enroll, then submit your specific voucher codes. That’s it! Your weekly skating passes will automatically load straight into your digital MyHownd wallet profile every single week just like before.
💡 Pro Tips & Tricks to Maximize Your Passes
- Watch Out for Skate Rental Fees: The Kids Skate Free program covers your child’s session admission ticket completely, but it typically does not cover the physical roller skate or inline skate rentals. If your kids don’t own their own gear, skate rentals usually run anywhere from $3 to $6 per visit. Buying a cheap pair of skates online will pay for itself in just a few visits!
- Stack Your Summer Savings: Don’t limit the budget-friendly fun to just the roller rink! You can pair this program beautifully with the Kids Bowl Free Summer Program to secure free bowling games all season long, or enroll your kids in the Kids Summer Reading Rewards Programs to lock down extra free bookstore gift cards and restaurant prizes.
- Check the Local Rink Schedule: Participating skating rinks set their own specific, dedicated hours when the KSF free vouchers can be redeemed. They are usually restricted during crowded Friday or Saturday night public sessions. Always pull up your local rink profile inside the app to check the authorized time frames before packing up the car.
More About the Kids Skate Free Program
The Kids Skate Free program is an exciting national initiative designed to provide children with an affordable opportunity to experience the high-energy joy of roller skating while actively promoting regular physical fitness and a healthy, screens-free lifestyle. This incredible program allows eligible children to enjoy free skate sessions at hundreds of participating local roller skating rinks across the country.
Designed to engage children of all ages, the program offers a fantastic platform for kids to have fun, develop essential balance and coordination skills, and stay highly active during summer breaks and school holidays. By systematically removing the financial admission barriers that can frequently hinder access to wholesome recreational activities, this network ensures that more families can enjoy the timeless fun of the roller rink environment.
Not only does the program encourage core physical conditioning and active play, but it also fosters a wonderful sense of local community. Roller skating rinks become vibrant social hubs where kids can interact, make new neighborhood friends, and build shared memories. Many participating locations even structure specialized themed skate nights, family nights, and foundational skating lessons to further enhance the value for young participants.
🤔 Frequently Asked Questions: Kids Skate Free Club
What age groups are eligible to participate?
Age restrictions are determined individually by each local participating roller skating rink franchise. However, most locations structure their program availability for children ranging from ages 4 up to 12 or 14 years old. You can instantly view your local venue’s exact age cutoff boundaries by searching for your town on the official registration map.
Does the $5.99 fee cover my entire family or just one child?
The $5.99 membership registration charge is structured per individual participant for a full 12-month cycle. You will need to purchase a separate registration pass for each individual child you want to load weekly vouchers for. Even with multiple kids, you easily break even on the total annual investment during your very first week at the rink!
Can I use my child’s weekly passes at any skating rink nationwide?
No. When you complete your initial profile setup and apply your MyHownd registration activation codes, your account must be linked to **one specific home rink** location where you intend to skate. The weekly passes generated by the system are customized specifically to be scanned at that selected home location.
Do unused skating passes roll over to the following week?
No, the passes do not accumulate. Your MyHownd wallet app will automatically refresh with two brand-new, active skate pass vouchers at the start of each week, and any unused passes from the previous week will automatically expire. Make sure to use them or lose them!
Will parents be charged an “Adult Spectator Fee” to watch their kids skate?
This depends entirely on the policy of your individual local roller rink. Because the Kids Skate Free pass only covers the registered child’s session admission, some rinks charge non-skating parents a small “Adult Spectator Fee” (usually ranging from $2 to $5) to enter the building. However, many rinks will waive this fee entirely if you buy a snack at the concession stand or rent a pair of skates to join your kids on the floor. Be sure to check your home rink’s specific rules on the registration dashboard before heading out!
