What is the benefit of joining a speedskating team versus skating by myself?
Aside from the obvious cameraderie of a team and meeting new people with a like passion as yourself, there are many benefits. First and foremost, you’ll learn from some of the best and most knowledgeable skaters in the country. Team Rainbo is well respected in the skating community, and many skaters to not have access to a team like Rainbo in their location. There’s no substitute for training with people who are better than you. You may be a beginner or you may have some natural talent, but training with a team of experienced skaters will benefit you in many ways. You’ll become extremely fit, skating is an excellent workout. And you’ll learn how to race and work with other skaters in a pack, something you cannot do on your own and something that is vital to our sport. Lastly, you’ll enjoy the friendly people who make up Team Rainbo.
