Frequently Asked Questions
yes, the questions everyone ask ALL. THE. TIME. :)
Where do you post all of your content?
Instagram has a lot of skate content on @jbskatechicago. You can find majority of my big projects on the YouTube channel (Malik Thomas). If you would like to see reels and small projects then head over to my instagram at JBSkateChicago. You can also find skate tutorials on my main page at LifeOfMalik. Hope this answers your question!
Where can I Buy MERCHANDISE?
The store is currently being updated and restocked. There is a tab named “Merchandise”. If you click this tab, you will be directed to the store where you can purchase JBSkateChicago merchandise!
Where can I get skate lessons?
In the city of Chicago, there are a few instructors who hold one-on-one lessons as well as group lessons/workshops! You can reach many of the instructors below for more information!
Malik - @lifeofmalik | jbskatechicago@gmail.com
Patrick - @yogirl_favsk8coach | patrickturner2300@gmail.com
Myesha - @smoothgoddess_ | @inspiredbyfavor@gmail.com
Josh Batman - @josh_batsmoke | info@batsmokeent.com
Twin - @liltwingiggs | terrygardner758@gmail.com
Ja’van - @mjj2bad | javandavis1234@gmail.com
Chuckie - @chuckiemitch | cmitch2018@gmail.com
Larry - @3te_academy | brodanexlarry@gmail.com
Where can I find those fire songs in your videos?
You can hear these songs by purchasing from producers! The links are below.
DJMoneyMike - https://lynwoodsdjmoneymike.bandcamp.com
DJSuave - https://therealdjsuave.bandcamp.com
NazOnDaTrack - https://nazondatrack.bandcamp.com
ReggiePremiere - https://jbboypremier.bandcamp.com
MzNique - https://Mznique.bandcamp.com
Keezo Kane - https://keezokane.bandcamp.com
DJ Elii - https://Djelii.bandcamp.com
DJBryce - https://sk8teproducerdjbryce.bandcamp.com
DJ T-Rell - https://djt-rell.bandcamp.com/music
Dame-O - https://dame-o.bandcamp.com/
TimJonez - https://justjonzinentertainment.bandcamp.com
Nizm - https://NIZM.bandcamp.com
Calvin - https://DJPooHDaAssassin.bandcamp.com
LSG - https://prodlsg.bandcamp.com
B-Dash - https://bdashproductions.bandcamp.com
DJ McAfee - https://dreamritemusic.bandcamp.com/music
RebelProducer - https://soundcloud.com/jeremy-lollis
ShaProStyle - https://shaprostyle.com/buy-music--2
SoLo - https://solo-tracks.bandcamp.com/music
VonMakeHeat - https://soundcloud.com/vonmakeheat
D-Millz (RIP) - https://soundcloud.com/millzgotskillz
Summary of the JB Skating Style
Old School - During this time, there were no remixes to the music nor the skate style. There were moves created such as the Buckey Walk, Long step/short step, the Big Wheel, Stan The Man, Low Shuffle, The Ga-Ga, & Many More. There was a bliss of smoothness in this era that showed the simplicity and originality of the style. Many skaters who’ve skated during this period rarely skates due to age. They are hard rollers and created what we do today in Chicago. There are many sets that you can visit to see the older crowd still rolling hard in action!
Middle School - The middle-school era of JB skatin’ introduced a lot of new producers & music. This was the birth of a new era which concluded in a lot of advanced skaters taking time to branch out to different cities & skate parties. Many middle school skaters are the reason why Chicago skaters have been recognized and seen. There are many remixes of classic songs such as James Brown - Escape-Ism, Blue’s Pants, Led Zeppelin - Kashmir, a lot of Barry White and many more!
New School - The new generation coming in changes the dynamic of roller skating. They are full of energy and style which creates a ton of variations of different JB skating techniques. The fundamentals are kept however; the style transforms into a high burst of energy with technical skate moves. Not to mention, the music plays a big part! Ever since the pandemic hit, there has been a large influx of skaters coming in to be apart of the skate culture. The Creator of JBSkateChicago is considered Late Era Middle School/Early Era New School. When you are watching those skate in Chicago, it is easy to pin-point who came from which era!
Skate Crews of chicago
There are many crews throughout the Chicago JB culture in many different generations. Here are some:
JB Elite
JB Xperience
JB Bootcamp
Chi-Force
DC Bandits
JB Legacy
JB Prodigy
The Brave-hearts
JB Dymes
76ers
87th
COA (Center of Attention)
Suicide King & Queens
QB Hots
Rich Kids
MicroStyles
Chi Candy
A&S
Chi Most-Wanted
JB Renegade
Chi-Illest
IJB
JB Royals
The Ruff Ryders
Steady Roll’n
The Eights
JB Assassins
JB Highrollers
Dream Girls
JB Syndicate
The Skywalkers
JB Lunatics
Glenwood Rebels
EnvyUs Rollers
The Gladiators
Skate Nerd
The System
Rich Boys
JB Vixens
Honorary Out-of-Town Groups
JB Dynasty
JB Villians
Seville On Wheels
Elite Vibes Crew
What are the best Chicago sessions?
Sundays:
Lynwood Roller Rink from 2PM - 5PM (Family Session)
Glenwood Roller Rink from 10AM - 1:30PM (25+), 1:30PM - 4:30PM (ALL AGES), 7PM - 11PM (Old-School Set 25+)
MLK Skating Rink from 2:30PM - 4:30PM (ALL AGES), 5PM - 7PM (ALL AGES), 7:30PM - 9:30PM
The Rink on 87th from 1PM - 3:30PM (Gospel Skate, All Ages), 5PM - 9PM(30+), 9:30PM - 1:30AM (Adult Session 18+)
Tinley Park Roller Rink from 12PM - 3PM (Family Fun Skate)
Aurora Skate Center from 1PM to 4PM (Family Session), 8PM - 11PM (R&B Roll 25+)
Fleetwood Roller Rink from 1PM - 3:30, and 7PM - 9:30PM (Family Session)
Mondays:
Glenwood Roller Rink w/ DJBC from 8PM - 12AM (18+)
Aurora Skate Center from 7:30PM - 10PM (Live Music Monday 16+)
Tuesdays:
Lynwood Roller Rink from 6PM - 8:30PM (Family Session)
The Rink on 87th from 10AM-2PM (30+), 8PM - 12AM (Old-School Set)
Glenwood Roller Rink from 10AM - 2PM (Adult Skate), 5PM - 7:30PM (ALL AGES), 8PM - 12AM (Old-School Set)
MLK Skating Rink from 6PM - 8PM (ALL AGES)
Fleetwood Roller Rink 7PM - 11PM (18+)
Wednesdays:
Lynwood Roller Rink from 10AM - 12:30PM (Organ Music)
The Rink Chicago w/ DJMoneyMike 7PM - 10PM (Family Session)
Tinley Park Roller Rink from 12PM - 3PM (ALL AGES), and 6PM to 8:30PM (Family Skate Night)
MLK Skating Rink from 5PM - 8PM (ALL AGES)
Glenwood Roller Rink from 10AM - 2PM (25+), 6PM - 8:30PM (ALL AGES), w/ DJ Suave from 9PM - 1AM (18+)
Fleetwood Roller Rink from 6:30PM - 9PM (Family Session)
Aurora Skate Center from 8PM - 11PM (Adult Night 17+)
Thursdays:
Glenwood Roller Rink from 8PM - 12AM (Middle School Thursdays)
MLK Skating Rink from 5PM - 8PM (ALL AGES)
The Rink on 87th from 8PM - 12AM (JB Session)
Fridays:
Lynwood Roller Rink w/ DJMoneyMike from 9PM - 1AM (18+)
Glenwood Roller Rink w/ DJSpank 8PM - 12AM (25+)
The Rink On 87th 7PM - 11PM w/ NickLaw (ALL AGES)
Tinley Park Roller Rink from 8PM - 11PM (Teen Skate Night)
MLK Skating Rink from 5PM - 7PM (ALL AGES), and 7:30PM - 9:30PM (ALL AGES)
Fleetwood Roller Rink from 5PM - 7PM, 7:30PM - 10:30PM (Family Sessions)
Aurora Skate Center from 7:30PM - 11:30PM (Skate Night! )
Saturdays:
Lynwood Roller Rink from 1PM - 4PM (Family Session), 8PM - 11:30PM (Family Night)
Glenwood Roller Rink from 12:30PM - 3:30PM (Family Session), 8PM - 11PM (Family Night)
The Rink On 87th 12PM - 3PM (ALL AGES)
Tinley Park Roller Rink from 12PM - 3PM (Family Fun Skate), and 8PM to 11PM (Open Skate)
MLK Skating Rink from 12PM - 3PM, 3:30PM - 6:30PM, 7PM - 10PM (ALL AGES)
Fleetwood Roller Rink from 1PM - 3:30, and 7PM - 9:30PM (Family Session)
Aurora Skate Center from 1PM - 4PM (Family Session), 7:30PM - 11:30PM (Skate Night!) What are some annual Chicago skate parties?