What cork roller do I need for my balance board?

What cork roller do I need?

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Choosing the Right Balance Board Roller: Cork vs Wooden Options

When selecting a balance board roller, it's important to choose the right size and material to suit your skill level, age, and purpose. Here's a breakdown of our roller sets to help you decide which one is best for you or your child.

5cm/8cm Cork Roller Set – Ideal for Beginners and Kids

If you're new to using a balance board or shopping for a child under the age of 10, the 5cm/8cm cork roller set is the perfect starting point.

Keep in mind that some kids may feel discouraged or overwhelmed if the roller is too difficult or intimidating. Our beginner roller set is well-known for helping children build confidence in a safe and supportive way. Many parents have come to us after regretting a purchasing a balance board from other brands, realising that their child just wasn't ready for a 10–15cm roller. Our beginner rollers are more than just a training tool – they're an investment in your child’s confidence, safety, and long-term love for board sports.

Recommended for:

• Beginners of all ages

• Children under 10 who are not confident surfers or skaters

• Individuals with limited mobility or recovering from injury

• Those with disabilities or balance challenges

• Anyone returning to balance sports like surfing, skateboarding, or snowboarding after a long break

This is our most popular set for children and beginners, offering increased stability and a lower risk of injury. The cork material is soft, floor-safe, and provides excellent grip.

10cm Cork Roller Set – Great for Intermediate Users

The 10cm cork roller is designed for users who have some experience with balance training or board sports like surfing, skating, or snowboarding.

Perfect for:

• Intermediate users

• Teens and confident children who already have good balance

• Adults who are new to balance boards but comfortable with a challenge

While beginner adults can absolutely start with this roller, we strongly advise that children under 5 do not use the 10cm roller without first mastering the beginner 5cm/8cm set.

This is our most popular roller for confident kids, teens, and adults with a background in balance-related sports.

⚡ 15cm “Big Boy” Cork Roller – For Advanced Users Only

The 15cm cork roller is designed for advanced balance board users or those with exceptional balance and core strength.

We strongly do NOT recommend this roller for beginners, children under 12 (unless closely supervised), or anyone who hasn't mastered the smaller rollers first.

Best for:

• Advanced athletes

• Experienced surfers, skaters, or snowboarders

• Users seeking high-intensity balance training

This roller offers maximum instability and challenge – it's not for the faint-hearted!

🪩 Cork Dome and Cork Ball – For Pro-Level Training

Designed to pair with our 3-in-1 Pro Trainer Balance Board, these accessories offer versatile training options.

Cork Dome:

• Can be used by beginners through to advanced users

• Suitable with all our boards (includes grip dots for added safety)

Cork Ball:

• Only recommended for advanced users

• Not suitable for beginners

• Offers a high level of difficulty and requires strong board control

Use these tools to elevate your training, improve coordination, and simulate dynamic, real-life board movement.

🌿 Wooden Roller Set (4cm/7.5cm) – Currently Unavailable

Our wooden roller set is ideal for those who want a more natural aesthetic. While it looks great and offers a smoother, faster roll than cork, we always recommend cork rollers for safety and floor protection.

Best for:

• Beginners and intermediate users

• Those who prefer the natural wood look

• Aesthetic display in surf/skate-themed spaces

Note: This roller set is 100% Australian made in-house. Cork rollers are sustainably imported and offer a softer, grippier, and safer user experience, especially on indoor surfaces.

🌟 Final Tips for Choosing a Balance Board Roller

• Beginners and kids: Start with the 5cm/8cm cork set for safety and confidence.

• Intermediate users: Step up to the 10cm cork roller for more challenge.

• Advanced athletes: Tackle the 15cm roller or the cork ball with care.

• Aesthetics or style: Wooden sets offer a beautiful natural finish but are currently out of stock.

All of our cork rollers are eco-friendly, durable, and designed to protect your floors, making them the go-to choice for balance board enthusiasts of all ages.

✅ Shop Now

Explore our full range of balance boards and roller sets in our online store. Whether you're a beginner, a pro surfer, or a skater looking to stay sharp off the board, we’ve got the tools to help you balance better and ride with confidence.