What we’re about
The Washington Area Roadskaters (WAR) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote safe and enjoyable skating in the Washington, D.C. area. One of the oldest in-line and rollerskating skate clubs on the east coast, WAR was founded in 1987 and has had thousands of men and women join its ranks.
WAR is also a social organization where many strong and lasting friendships are formed. Our members have very diverse career, social, and educational backgrounds. However, we all share a passion for skating. If you are new to the area, are seeking a new form of exercise, or are simply looking to meet new and interesting people, we encourage you to try one of our group skates, meet us, and see D.C. in a whole new way.
Check out our website at www.skatedc.org, join us on our social media sites, and subscribe to our skate email list for additional information about the skate club.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Skate DC WeekendFreedom Plaza, Washington, DC
### 2024 Schedule
Skates depart 15 minutes after the posted start time. Get there early to stretch and chat!
### Thursday, May 2
Evening skate @ Starting Freedom Plaza
Led by Anthony### Friday, May 3
1-4 PM Afternoon skate: Skate to Anacostia Skate Pavilion (12 miles)
Start @ Freedom Plaza
Did you know that DC is the home of the only skate rink in the National Parks Service right across the river in Anacostia. We'll skate from Freedom Plaza across the Fredrick Douglas Bridge over to the trail and stop at the Skate Pavilion. The stop will be about 30-60min. Then we'll head back across the Whitney Young Bridge before coming back up towards Union Station and Yotel.
Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7730688
Led by Mike7-9:30 PM Friday Night Monument Skate (11 miles Options for 5.5 and 8.5 miles)
Start @ Freedom Plaza
National Mall and Monuments - come out for our famous Friday Night Skate as we skate past the Capitol, Smithsonian Castle and Museums, Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. We'll then head over to Haines Point for a loop before returning to Freedom Plaza to get some food afterwards. Bring out your lights! Wear red, white and blue to show off your DC pride!
Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7730691
Led by Sharyn### Saturday, May 4
10AM Saturday Adventure Skate @ Freedom Plaza
(18 miles - including lunch break)
Head from Freedom Plaza to the Lincoln Memorial across the Potomac River via Memorial Bridge to the Mt. Vernon Trail. We'll follow the trail past Gravely Point (stop to see the planes take off) to Crystal City (or soon to be called National Landing, thanks Bezos!) We will then take the Potomac Yard Trail down to Old Town Alexandria. We will then head over to Mt. Vernon Avenue through Del Rey and lunch stop at Dairy Godmother (there's also burgers, bbq and donuts). We'll then continue back through Crystal City and to the 14th Street Bridge, going back by the Lincoln Memorial and over to Freedom Plaza for a total of 18 miles.
Route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7681466
Led by Mike
5PM Sunset Roll Out: Starting @ Freedom Plaza
We will skate to a vantage point and watch the sun set over the Potomac River, then stop at an eatery!
Led by David### Sunday, May 5
10AM Rock Creek Park Skate @ Freedom Plaza (5 or 18 miles)
Skate Scenic Rock Creek Parkway! Intermediate skaters and folks returning to the hotel for checkout exit the park with Jessie at P Street (5 mile route option). Advanced skaters go with Chris the full distance to the Wise Rd turnaround.
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# Hotel Info
Yotel
415 New Jersey Avenue NW
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