Getting back into skating after injury (looking for skaters in NY)
I fractured and dislocated ankle on quads in October and got ORIF surgery. i endured 7 day hospital stay followed by home health care for several weeks. i had several screws and plates installed and i am feeling discomfort related to the hardware and pain due to tendinitis still. structurally, my ankle looks good and my dr says im cleared to skate.
I decided I want to get back in to skating on blades first (hard boot, good ankle support)… and graduate to quads). for some reason quads are harder for me. I am going skating for the first time tomorrow since my injury with my new pair. Taking it slow and just testing them out.
eventually I want to get back in to quads. im not mentally prepared yet.
Anyone know of any affordable lessons or groups I could join to solidify my basic skills? Id also be happy to have new skating buddies and we could learn together. im in need of moral support above all else. i was skating backwards and doing tricks before i really solidified my basic skills (falling safely and stopping). i want to establish a really strong foundation over the course of several months-years before i try anything too advanced
thank you in advance:)