Even though I live in the city, it felt great to get out and enjoy the nice weather for once…read moreinstead of hiding indoors like some true New Yorkers. My friend was in town and told me about a DJ playing at a roller skating rink, and suddenly I was transported back to the era when roller rinks ruled the City. So we went, both of us pretending we were twenty years younger. When I got off the train in Bushwick, the neighborhood hit me with all the color, murals, and creative energy like it was trying to convince me to move there immediately. It was semi-loud, bright, artistic, and basically screamed welcome to Brooklyn. At the rink, I filled out the waiver on my phone, showed it to the staff, and rented skates for seven dollars. Considering I had not roller skated in many years, I probably should have signed a second waiver promising not to sue if I fell dramatically. But once I put those skates on, the nostalgia kicked in. Back in the day, New York had roller rinks everywhere. Now they are rare, so seeing this place alive and buzzing made me root for it instantly. The rink itself is not massive, but it is big enough to make you feel confident and terrified at the same time. The crowd was a mix of beginners clinging to the rail like it was a lifeline and pros gliding around like skating versions of Michael Jackson. Meanwhile I was in the middle lane praying I would not become the next viral wipeout video. The opening DJ was decent, but the headlining DJ never really materialized. Maybe he was invisible. Maybe he was on a coffee break. Maybe he was spiritually mixing from another dimension. Either way, I was a little disappointed. Music is a big part of the experience and if the DJ is not matching the vibe, it's like dancing with no rhythm. At one point, as a former pro DJ, I even thought about asking for the manager so I could apply for my own DJ set. I mean, how hard could it be? All jokes aside, I had a really good time. My friend and I laughed, the people were friendly, and the atmosphere was fun. I would definitely recommend this place. I have only been once, but I will absolutely go back again, hopefully with better music and fewer near-death skating experiences. Photos coming soon!

I've skated here twice (Autumn and Spring) and enjoyed myself BOTH times…read more I own quad skates, so that $15 rental fee is not a factor. If you do rent, the two-toned suede skates are cute. I believe the electronic locker is $5 and fit 2 jackets, shoes and smaller bags. There was plenty of booth and bench seating near the wide bar and around the edges of the rink. The spacious bathroom is well stocked. The service from the bar was prompt and pleasant. My favorite things were the salmon nachos and coconut water. The surface of the skating floor is smooth, and provide a comfy skating experience even for less frequent/ unseasoned skaters. The center of the floor is dedicated to learners and tricks. At times the stage is accessible for shenanigans & live shows/ DJs. The floor can be very contested on more popular night and sor special events, which less than ideal for faster skaters and easy maneuvering around folks. This is a welcome indoor activity that is weather proof and I approve.

Covered and moderately shielded from the elements, well maintained, and offers perfect views of…read moreManhattan during sunset. Appreciate that the different sport courts are decently separated so balls and other flying projectiles don't disturb nearby games too often.

This is my 1st time down here at Pier 2. My sis and I came down here so she can rollerskate. It's…read moreso nice down by the water. At Pier 2 They have Pickel Ball, Rollerskating, Basketball, Handball/ Racketball and Fitness. It's a little chilly but cool.

For a POP up rink in BK it was nice!! This is a commercial space in transition. The floor is…read moreunpolished concrete and the skating area is a good size space. It also has skate rental, lockers, food & drink for purchase, and good seating. It's great for all from new skaters, becuase they provide safety walker for beginners. The night I went the dj was playing all of the cookout/old skool house party hits, it was cute. Plenty of space for photo opts. The event was a goodazztime!!!

I went to an event hosted by RollerWave over at Rockaway Beach this past Saturday and have an…read moreabsolute blast! Entry was free (unheard of in this day and age!) and skate rentals were only $20+tax. Believe me when I say the energy of all the skaters, employees and DJ were off the charts! Everyone was positive, enthusiastic, supportive and friendly! There were impromptu conga lines, electric slide dances and smiles aplenty. I must have skated for about 3 hours with only the occasional 3 minute break to catch my breath. In case you got hungry or thirsty, there were small mom n pop food and drink vendors by the entrance charging very reasonable prices. The best part was being amongst such talented skaters! I've only been skating three times now but I feel like I leveled up just by watching others here. If you're new to skating, rest assured that the community is as friendly as they are skilled! 5/5 beach skating event.. thank you RollerWave NYC!

I came here to celebrate my cousin's 10th birthday on 3/5/2022. It is a black-owned business. It…read moreis a decent and spacious space. Admission is $10 and skate rental is $5. The music was very good and was played by a in-house DJ. The folding chairs were okay but weren't sturdy enough. This rollerskating rink is what the surrounding neighborhoods needed to satisfy the need for more indoor recreation. I'm glad they joined the neighborhood, Everyone needs a pair of roller skates....lol I'm kidding. It is a great way to burn calories while rollerskating. I hope that positive energy and positive vibes will remain in this business so that people can come and enjoy themselves safely while having fun. However, business owners just need to take more time to fix the necessary safety precautions to properly ensure that everyone doesn't hurt themselves. There was a metal piece on the floor that was indiscreetly covered by a shoddy rug and that needs to be addressed because it's an accident waiting to happen. Other than that, everything else is all good.

I haven't skated in years, but this place was a great place to start again. Staff is friendly and…read moreit's a family oriented environment on Sunday. Prices and music were great too!

pretty spacious and family friendly ice rink managed by prospect park. unfortunately the software…read morefor preordering tickets is quite rough and the line moves at a snail's pace. staff are friendly and it's a nice open air setting for ice skating which is nice! it gets crowded but still very skate able.

I booked an event here for a school group and generally was happy with everything, but there could…read morebe some improvements. The booking process was easy, and the staff are very responsive through email. They use a portal for the payment, contract, and waivers which is very convenient. When I arrived, the staff were very helpful and gave me the wristbands and vouchers for hot chocolate right away. They explained the bags for storage were an additional cost, even for large groups, but they were nice and gave me additional bags I needed after purchasing two for our group of 40 people. The lines were EXTREMELY long and slow for general admission which is disappointing when the sessions are limited to 1.5 hours. By the time you purchase tickets and get your skates, part of the session is over. Our session didn't end right at the session end time; they seem to give an additional 10-15 minutes after the end time. I wouldn't recommend getting the $2 chocolate add-on for large groups. Students said the hot chocolate wasn't hot and also didn't taste good at all. This was disappointing given the additional cost. Overall, I would recommend this rink but hope they can provide quicker service at the ticket counter as well as at the skate rental.

It's not where it was located for the pop up so don't waste your time. You literally have to follow…read morethem around to figure out where they will be skating at.

Great music! Great diverse crowd! Variety of ages 20-80... okay not sure about the exact ages. Good…read moreif you want to skate or not or just listen to the DJ. Not the best ventilation. But the crowd is very kind, helpful and friendly. Good vibes... Ten dollars to get in... five bucks to rent skates.

Work for the Skate Center from 1969 to 1978. Met Dorothy Hammill at that place in 1970 with…read moreanother skater the name Valorie. Beautiful Place for many years. My name is Miguel Chief Skate Guard, Richie LasPisa Chief guard, John Theodos skate guard. Ray Mageere Skate chief.Heriberto Lecler skate guard, Salvador Perez skateguard Pat Alexamder skate guard Billy McClean skate guard, Victor Silvagnoli skateguard, Eddie Santiago skate guard. Heriberto Ferrer skate Guard, Felipe Marrero Skate chief, Tony Luverture skateguard, Andy Torres skateguard, Gibert Gonzalez,.Brought many memories for the time. We all good friends with Pat Aulleta and Nelly. Mr Maclaney was the Park Manager.

Affordable ice, free parking on weekends. $10 entrance + $5…read moreskate rentals. Very casual, friendly atmosphere with no pushing and rudeness. Lots of kids. Lacks amenities of Aviator; hence 4 stars.

Looks like the vending machines are back! Doesn't do much for the dying mall vibe of the place. All…read morethose wobbly barricades and airport style stachions when you walk in only add to the visual noise and to the suspicion that management's general approach is, um, improvisational.

i live nearby and used to have my son at Aviator all the time. Covid hit and it completely…read morechanged. There are no amenities for a person that wants to go for a few hours. Now you can only skate if you take figure skating lessons, you can only play hockey if you are on one of Aviator's in house teams, no more open basketball, no food, no bar, no arcade, etc. I used to ask when are they going back to full service - at first it was Federal Govt mandates (way after everything else ended), then it was that they couldnt find employees, now they dont even respond to calls or emails. it was such a great place for kids to go and now its gone.

Great place to learn how to skate for all ages. They have adult and children skate lessons…read morethroughout the week. Also have Open Skate every Fridays between 7pm to 8:30pm. Going rate is $9 admission and $3 skate rentals which is not bad ( about going rate locally). The coaches and people running the skate program are great. Very passionate and all-in when it comes to teaching & creating a safe / fun skate experience for everyone. They are running a smooth ship here. Now they do have indoor soccer fields here too and have party hosting capabilities as well. Didn't experience those sides of the business but the soccer fields are typically packed when we stopped by. All in all, great place to come for Skate Lessons or just enjoy an Open Skate evening.

I'm taking the Wednesday night adult class. Coach Jackie is dope!!!She's patient, she's friendly…read moreand just great at what she does. The class is good for all skate levels, All the coaches are helpful, friendly and encouraging..

Size matters Mr…read more Brown and his staff were so pleasant. One staff member even took a brief video of me skating (thanks!). It's a "cozy" rink. Feels crowded with 10 people or so, comfy with 5. It's perfect for those getting acclimated to skating. There are plastic assistive devices for little ones to skate more confidently. Be mindful of the various skill levels and parental oversight. You are skating at your own risk and some caregivers are more vigilant than others. Overall it was a pleasant experience on a milder $10 (admission and skate rental included) Thursday night. Pro tip: if you can hack it, the 4-5:30 pm Thursday session is the least crowded AND least expensive when school is in.

Amazing! better than last year... they made some much needed improvements to the rink…read more.. super friendly staff... lovely to skate outside at night...