Is skating actually difficult and dangerous? What skills are necessary for skating?

If you have never skated before then it will be difficult at first. If you are old, over 80 years old, then it could be dangerous, you could break a bone. It is better if you have help from someone who could catch you if you fall. It is a skill which most people learn quickly and it is a skill that you might remember the rest of your life. It is also a skill that many small children can learn in a few days.