One drawback at Epic Rollertainment that hard core skaters will notice is the lifeguard tower in the middle of the floor along with 2 poles. ![]() He made amazing contributions to the roller skating industry and is sorely missed. It was Bill’s last rink before he passed away in 2014. Bill was the consultant the Grammatico’s hired to help design and open Epic Rollertainment. You will notice however a photo of Bill Carlson on the wall. There are also no skate mate trainers anywhere in the building. After all, you wouldn’t see carpet at the beach. There are several comfy couches for socializing throughout the building tucked away in corners that are noticeably upscale with no carpeting to speak of. Roller skating is fitness disguised as fun. ![]() When exercise is fun, people can stick with it. That’s a full-body workout on roller skates that uses the skates as weights, and also improves balance, flexibility, and cardio fitness. I couldn’t find a clown or kiddy theme anywhere in the building.Įpic also offers Roller Fitness classes. Then there’s the vintage roller skating photos, which also classes up the place. They offer a sizing chart so no one has to guess what their skate size is. The rental counter looks like the surf washing up on shore. And the regular skaters don’t have to be subjected to the party guests and food servers under foot. I love this! It keeps the pizzas and sticky soft drinks away from the skating floor and it keeps the parties in a quieter area for their greater enjoyment. The party tables and games are located far from the skating floor but close to the snack bar. I loved browsing through the fun merchandise. I could have spent an hour in there and probably run up a huge bill as well, except it was closed during the session and I had to ask to be let in. The beachfront pro shop, On Shore Wheels and Things is stocked with skates, parts, shirts, tools, laces, stickers, doo dads and everything a skater could want or need. ![]() On the menu, there’s wraps, gourmet pizza, salads, craft beer, and wine! And the EPIC SK8 California license plate on the food truck adds another touch. The front entry showcases surfboard advertising and a picket fence, along with a sign that reminds visitors to stop and pay.Ī food truck hides the large kitchen in the back by the snack bar, and continues the beach theme. The only thing missing is the smell of the salt water and suntan lotion. Second, it’s nothing like your parent’s skate center.Įntering the vast 28,000 square foot building you feel like you’re at the beach. It’s a shining example of how roller rinks can serve today’s skaters. It’s a cool, hip, and original brand with a surfer beach theme that rolls throughout the venue. What’s so epic about this particular roller rink? First, let’s start with the name. Built from a former furniture showroom, Shauna Grammatico and her husband, Joe opened Epic Rollertainment in December of 2013.
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