In 1971, a 31-year-old Norman L. Traeger founded United Skates of America Inc., described by
USSEC as "a chain of family fun centers". Traeger served as president until at least 1983, when the
NY Appellate Division ruled in favor of United Skates to purchase 71-17 Roosevelt Avenue, Queens (formerly Indoor Skateboard Center, Inc.). The United Skates Roller Rink in Seaford, New York opened in 1978. Former president and current chairman Jim Dvorak joined the company in 1980. In 1989, Dvorak was charged with a
RICO conspiracy regarding alcohol sales, but was acquitted of all charges by Judge
Marvin Aspen. In 2003,
The Wall Street Journal advertised Dvorak's request that the company was seeking a new president, after which Dvorak would become chairman. == Locations ==