Is there a Policy on Heely's in WDW???

[Mickiethepooh]

It's not Disney's ruling, it's a ruling from the State of Florida. Heelys are not allowed in Florida theme parks.

OH now this is what I want to hear, obviously CM's need to enforce and Disney security as well.
and you know if they stopped some family and told them to lose the shoes and they didn't and they got kicked off property they would think themselves very ill used.

 

[k5thbeatle]

...Does anyone know if there is a policy on heelys in the parks or not???...

There are lots of policies. Whether they are enforced or not is an entirely different question!

 

[BamaFan121s]

HEELIES ARE NOT ALLOWED. Plain and simple. The official WDW link stating such has been posted--it's not just 'what someone is telling you.' They are not allowed. I realize some kids are cautious. I realize that they like and enjoy them. Still, HEELIES ARE NOT ALLOWED. The rule isn't for just the rowdy kids on them, not just for those that don't know how to use them safely. Not OK to break the rule because you disagree. For EVERYONE...NOT ALLOWED. Why is that so dang hard for some people to understand!?

 

[Simba22]

I'm sure you have gotten the info you needed but I'll throw in my two cents According to WDW policy you can not bring in anything with wheels, obviously with the exception of strollers, wheelchairs, and the like. Rolling coolers, rolling backpacks, rollerskates and rollerblades are not allowed, therefore IMO, that eliminates Heely's as well, however as I'm sure you have discovered, this is seen as debate-able

 

[BamaFan121s]

Rolling coolers, rolling backpacks, rollerskates and rollerblades are not allowed, therefore IMO, that eliminates Heely's as well, however as I'm sure you have discovered, this is seen as debate-able

You don't even have to bother trying to figure out if that includes them or not...they actually have listed them specifically now...'shoes with built in wheels.' The direct link to the official WDW site and rules is on here somewhere. That is a very recent addition.

 

[Joanna71985]

I disagree, i mean seriously, let your children have some fun. ONLY let your children wear them if they know how to control them. Some parents let their children wear them and they don't even know how to ride. It is only an accident waiting to happen if the children didn't know how to ride. What's the point of wearing Heely's if they can't wear them in any public place? That's basically, saying, I bought these for no reason.
I let my child wear them in Target, and other stores. If they aren't prohibited, then let them wear them.

Sorry. The Heelys are not allowed on Disney property- period. It doesn't matter if they are Heelys Skating champions. The shoes are still not allowed.

 

[jfulcer]

The only problem I forsee is that when we get there she will see others on them and I will have to feel the heat of "all the other kids are doing it, why can't I???? You said they were against the rules...etc"
I hate being the mean mom.::cop:

This is a perfect time to whip out the old parent standbys:

"If everyone else was jumping off a bridge, would you?"

or

"Two wrong don't make a right. It takes 3 lefts."

or

"My house, my rules. Your house, your rules."

 

[LoriZH]

I'm going to buy some for myself and ride around bumping into kids and just yell at their parents to get them out of my way! Rather, I'm thinking actually we should turn Disney World into a full out Roller Derby, adults against children, wahooo!!

I'll just beg my kids to let me to bring mine and tell them it doesn't matter what the rules are, I'll be very careful, in control and never use them in a dangerous manner ......until I get there then it's every man woman and child for themselves You know, I'll just do what all those other little darlings do to get their parents to let them wreak havoc...I mean break the rules...I mean use them courtesly and carefully at all times, you know the kids I'm talking about!

Bring it

 

[Alltiggeredout]

Right on.

 

[theparsons]

I disagree, i mean seriously, let your children have some fun. ONLY let your children wear them if they know how to control them. Some parents let their children wear them and they don't even know how to ride. It is only an accident waiting to happen if the children didn't know how to ride. What's the point of wearing Heely's if they can't wear them in any public place? That's basically, saying, I bought these for no reason.
I let my child wear them in Target, and other stores. If they aren't prohibited, then let them wear them.

Ummm, but they ARE prohibited in WDW. See a Message #11 above...someone copied the FAQ and posted the link for verification.

 

[Bopsmom]

This is a perfect time to whip out the old parent standbys:

"If everyone else was jumping off a bridge, would you?"

or

"Two wrong don't make a right. It takes 3 lefts."

or

"My house, my rules. Your house, your rules."

Jeff,

I always liked the jumping off the bridge quote best.
DD has heard them all.
Actually, I'm a Middle School and if I was really bothered by stares I would be in the wrong profession.
I guess what really bothers me are parents that allow rule breaking because it's easier than enforcement/parenting. I see a lot of that in my job too.
I hope this issue will be settled once and for all by Summer '08 when we will be taking our first DVC trip.

 

[Spectro is #1]

As long as you are drinking out of a 2 year old refillable mug and pool hopping while you are at it, what's the big deal?

Yes shame on me for forgetting that.

 

[ang]

This is a very hot topic on these boards. I'd run now if I were you.

so funny..

Ok I did seen them a lot this past august. But they are not aloud. They did get on my nerves. That is all I will say...

 

[theparsons]

You have to sign the statement below.


If my child ever hurts anyone else while wearing heely's while in a public place, I will be 100% responsible for any harm done and pay for any expenses incurred. If my child breaks anything while in public wearing heely's I will pay for said item. If my child does harm to themselves while being in a public place, I would never think of sueing or blaming said public place for putting that counter there, or that glass shelf there. If my child is being disruptive with the heely's or if anyone says anything about them I will make my child take them off or calm down. If my child doesnt comply, I will whip their *** for not listening to me.


x________________________________________________________
sign here.


Then we'll think about it

Well, the good news is that they DON'T have to sign. The law takes away that need. The little girl whose arm was broken...accident or not, her family had the right to sue the boy and his family for medical expenses, pain and suffering....and if they lost deposits for their vacation, etc. And oh what a pitiful wail about losing out on going to the beach and having to go to WDW in a brace would do to the judge or jury hearing....of course it never would have made it that far because no insurance company in their right mind would take a case like that to court. They'd settle fast and large.

As Mr. T used to say "I pity the fool".....I pity the fool who runs into me or mine. Just think about the costs involved for ruining a WDW vacation! And since there is a rule against them, that makes your child guilty. Period. At least at the mall there may or may not have been a rule, though injuring someone doesn't require that measure, but with a rule it makes fault and guilt extremely clear cut...and more expensive as you have no "but it wasn't against the rules" defense.

What if I decided that my favorite drink comes in a glass bottle, so I'm going to bring in said glass bottle (and somehow could get it by security). Does that make it ok? So when I accidently drop said glass bottle and it shatters and your little darlin' in flip flops get a big ole chunk of glass in her little foot....well, gosh, I'm sorry it was an accident.

That's it! Maybe security should be requiring people to open up their backpacks and remove their shoes. Hey, if it's good enough for the airport. Stop em before they even get into the park. If they started even randomly checking the bottom of shoes, I bet a lot less parents would shrug and let the kid wear them.....think about having to go all the way back to your room/hotel to change shoes. That'd be one peeved parent!

 

[theparsons]

Some CM's will enforce the Heely rule. I'm one of them.

If you ride my bus and your child rolls up and down the aisle, You get one warning. If you don't take action then you are not welcome on my bus and will have security waiting for you. It's a safety hazard, plain and simple.

I'm not out to ruin your vacation, I'm out to make sure that ALL guest have an enjoyable vacation.

Other CM's don't because they don't want the confrontation with a guest who will argue, etc.

When your child hurts themself or others because of those shoes, Will YOU take responsibility for their actions??

Note to self....watch for bus driver wearing purple pants.....you want to be on their bus!

 

[Endeavour105]

Can you say where that info came from? I'd just like to have my "all my ducks in a row" when I tell my sister in law that they are not allowed... Thanks!

Since I'm a WDW Cast Member, I will tell you that the use of 'heelies' is not allowed and we so advise guests of this policy.

NO exceptions.

So you can use this as a source to inform your s-i-l.

 

[ducklite]

Second opinion coming up.
I hate the things and i can't see the need for them in a theme park.If you are on your feet all day in them they must become uncomfortable and at times dangerous.

Last spring I had a kid run into me with them on. I was walking along minding my own business as he began rolling down a slight incline and lost control. He ran smack into me. As I had seen him coming a split second before he ran into me I had braced myself, and he fell over backwards and clocked his head good on the pavement. I kept walking. Not my problem.

I ended up with a large bruise. I should have sued his mother for being stupid and letting him wear them, and WDW for not following thier own writtin rules. I would have been sleeping in the castle forever.

Frankly if it happens again I will be much more proactive with WDW security in enforcing thier own rules and ask them to confiscate the Heely wheels until the kid leaves the park. WDW is so worried about ruining someone's good times that they cut off their nose to spite their face, and inconvenience thousands of guests for the sake of being non-confrontational with one.

Anne

 

[Joanna71985]

Note to self....watch for bus driver wearing purple pants.....you want to be on their bus!

Good luck.

 

[TaraPA]

I think you can only use Heely's if you are pool-hopping with your refillable mug from another resort from 1991.



Sorry I'm in a silly mood today.

 

[Markstudy]

Top 5 Heelys Crash Injuries

Good link for Heelys Mom - http://firstaid.about.com/od/children/tp/07_heelys_hurts.htm

(add 100,000 people walking around)

1. Broken Wrists
View Full-SizeMost Heely™ injuries happen when the heeler puts his or her toe down. The sudden stop of the foot sends the heeling youngster headlong into the pavement. It's the same injury that most often happens to inline skaters. Of course, we break our fall with our hands, which leads to broken wrists and elbows.

2. Spinal Injuries
View Full-SizeTwisting, extending, or compressing the cervical spine (portion of the spinal column going through the neck) can lead to paralysis or even death. It may be hard to significantly injure your cervical spine at the speeds commonly achieved while heeling, but not impossible. The risks go up significantly if you let your little girl zoom around the house, where plenty of objects are just ready to catch a head on its way to the floor.

3. Nosebleeds
Sometimes, heelers don't get their hands out quick enough to break them. In that case, it's the nose that connects with the sidewalk.

4. Broken Ankles
Just like skates, Heelys™ can and do twist ankles. Sprains and breaks are both possible.

5. Closed Head Injuries
Falling onto concrete while rolling around at even a moderate speed can lead junior to smack his head. If he isn't wearing a helmet, it doesn't take too much force on the noggin to cause swelling or bleeding on the brain. It's scary to see -- and deadly.

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