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Sporting Edge

📍 Openshaw, North West

★4.5(72 Google reviews)

Large multi-activity venue in Openshaw running roller skating sessions and climbing, with staff particularly praised for supporting nervous first-time skaters. Budget-friendly sessions with on-site snacks.

✓ Great for beginners✓ Supportive staff✓ Affordable sessions✓ Roller disco✓ Birthday parties

🏆 Funzaroo Verdict

Best for families with children trying roller skating for the first time — staff here have a strong track record of building confidence in nervous beginners, including young children at birthday parties. The affordable session pricing makes repeat visits easy.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Skating sessions run during school holidays including half terms and roller discos — check current schedule
⏰Staff are particularly patient with first-time and nervous skaters — no need to pre-coach children
đŸŽŸī¸Bring extra snacks and drinks as nearby food options are sparse
🚗Ask staff which areas are currently in use — some rooms have ventilation issues

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.5
★★★★★

72 Google reviews

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Sana Rasool

3 years ago

★★★★★

“I had a MRI scan here today. I have Claustrophobia. I am totally scared. But the MRI staff uuuffff outstanding. Both ladies make me feel comfortable. I really appreciate these both ladies. I overcome my MRI claustrophobic. Thanks a lot ladies you rocks .”

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Tracey Corbett

6 years ago

★★★★★

“What a lovely place to go to. We go here for skating during half term and roller disco for ÂŖ1 per child and snacks ranging from 50p-ÂŖ1 you really can't go wrong. The sweet cone is 50p.”

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Carmen Contreras

10 years ago

★★★★★

“My daughter attended a birthday party here and she loved it! Never skated before and was a bit nervous. The staff were amazing with her. We will be back.”

đŸ’Ŧ What parents mention

Staff excellent with nervous beginnersAffordable session pricingLarge multi-activity space

Overview

Sporting Edge in Openshaw runs roller skating sessions including holiday half-term events and roller discos, alongside climbing activities. The venue is large with multiple rooms across its complex. Staff consistently receive high praise for patience with nervous or first-time skaters, including young children. Snacks are available on-site. Some areas of the building carry noticeable odours and nearby food options are sparse — bringing snacks is advisable.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:30 – 22:00
Tuesday07:30 – 22:00
Wednesday07:30 – 22:00
Thursday07:30 – 22:00
Friday07:00 – 16:00
Saturday09:00 – 21:00
Sunday09:00 – 21:00

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