It was established in April 1924 in Montreux, Switzerland by two Swiss sportsmen, Fred Renkewitz and Otto Myer, who had close connections to the International Olympic Committee.

[1][2][3] The FIRS gathered more than 100 national federations, including countries from every continent and they are affiliated with the International Skating Union.

[5] The FIRS aimed to foster the Roller Sports movement and participation on a global scale.

Skating is considered to be one of the most complete physical exercises that exist and enjoys huge popularity on a world level.

According to the latest estimations, there are more than 40 million habitual users of recreational skates throughout the world.