Skate-A-While Longer, LLC 220 Ridge Street, Rome, NY 13440

"Great fun. Skating tonight was the best my mental health has been in months."

"Had a great time skating with the kiddies. They put on an awesome fun filled evening that had all the kids involved in games. It's been to long we used to go every Saturday night when we were younger. Now all the kids want their birthday party here!!"

"We were visiting from out of town for the holiday with the kids. We needed something fun to do that would keep kids amused from ages 11 to 16. We all had fun and were made to feel welcome. The staff were very friendly, engaging, and helpful. DJ requests were entertained and a variety of games kept everyone amused. If I had one complaint, it would be that we didn't discover this place sooner."

"So I’m a strong believer of giving reviews bad or good and people definitely need to read this one! I booked a double party for my two boys, online, put deposit down and didn’t need to pay the rest until the day of the party! I was in contact with the owners the night before to arrange being there early for decorations and set up! The gentleman was there and 10 min before the time scheduled but so was I! He walked in, opened up the place and five minutes later we were able to bring everything in! He kept the doors locked letting only immediate family in first to set up. We got set up, a line started outside and he said when I was ready, he would let them in according to the guest list! Before letting guests in, I had numerous employees with me, one for drinks and pizza, one for music and dj, one for decorations, one for skates, their service as a team was absolutely phenomenal! Guests started coming in, grabbed skates and immediately headed to the floor! I opted for the private party so it was not crowded at all, only the guests on my list plus a few add ons! They say they are under remodel but can I tell you how many guests were complimenting how clean the establishment was!? If you walk in, u could never tell there was remodeling. No dust or dirt any where! Bathrooms spotless, no carpeting so less allergens! They asked me if I wanted to add in some games for the kids and I absolutely did! Every one had the most fun with ghostbusters and dead bug, ouch haha! Countless laughs! We had guests from 4 years old skating up to 40 yrs old and all had a blast! My boys were presented with birthday shirts and glowing necklaces from the staff. The dj had called all the kids to the middle of the floor to get a group photo! For the last half hour, there was something called the sock bop I believe it is! Where the kids sang and dance to popular songs with no skates only socks! When the party was over I had asked how long we had to clean up and they had open skating in 30 min so we cleaned up the tables and brought the gifts and food outside but by the time we did that, the employees already had the spilled drinks cleaned, dropped cupcakes swept up and by the time I walked out it was ready for open skating with ten to fifteen minutes to spare. The building is secure so no unwanted guests could get in! All in all, these new owners are amazing along with their staff! I have not one complaint even if I looked with fine tooth comb for one! The first time I came to this building, it was skate a while, it was before the new owners. Before, the place was dirty, dusty, staff were so rude we ended up walking out. Huge changes happened and many people, kids and adults said it was the best party they have been to in a long time! I got on skates for the first time in 20 years haha! I could go on and on about how you should book this place for parties but I’ll let you experience it for yourself! This place is also handicap and senior friendly for spectators! They have a counter for guests to order their food and drinks if they want extra as well, out of their own pocket. Thank you to the owners and staff at skate a while longer for a much needed amazing experience! You guys exceeded my expectations! We will see you again soon! Oh and there are also arcade games in the eating area but the kids paid no mind because they were to busy skating their butts off! And there are also skatemates for kids and adults to help steady yourself until you feel comfortable on your own! Thank you again every one!"