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Fifty years of wheels, falls, triumphs, and community—all rolling together into one remarkable skating life story. When Jared Moneo first stepped onto a roller rink floor as a terrified seven-year-old boy with a crush on his gym teacher, little did he know he was beginning a journey that would shape his entire existence.

In this heartfelt conversation, Jared takes us through the evolution of his skating passion from those early days in Aurora, Illinois, where the rink became his sanctuary while his mother worked multiple jobs. He shares how the diverse skating culture of his youth—featuring nights of disco, R&B, and Motown—taught him about community and self-expression in ways that continue to influence his teaching philosophy today.

What truly sets Jared's story apart is his extraordinary resilience. Despite facing serious physical challenges including two broken necks (thankfully not from skating) and upcoming bilateral hip replacement surgery, his dedication never wavered. In perhaps the most remarkable demonstration of this commitment, Jared describes teaching himself the popular "G-slide" move while in a neck brace, using a shower curtain rod mounted in his kitchen for support. As he puts it, "I'm going to die if I can't skate."

As founder of 5280 Style Club (where "Style" stands for "Skate Together, Learn Excellence"), Jared has become a pillar of the Denver skating community. His journey through different skating disciplines—from speed skating to jam skating to artistic and ballroom skating—has given him a unique perspective on the sport's many facets. His humbling experience with artistic skating, which he once dismissed as "for nerds," taught him about edging, balance, and technical skills that transformed his approach.

Whether you're a lifelong skater, a newcomer curious about rolling, or simply someone who appreciates stories of passion and perseverance, this episode offers valuable insights into the power of community and the joy of movement. Ready to lace up your skates and join this vibrant, supportive world? As Jared says, "There is no limit in roller skating—no right or wrong, no penalties, no score to keep."

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