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The term aggressive skating is a name only used outside the industry to describe the specific style of inline skating, but not a term most within the sport enjoy hearing or using. Instead, those who practice the sport, simply refer to it as "rollerblading", "rolling" or "skating".
In the past, most people inside and out of aggressive skating would have defined it as a sport. But currently people view it as a cross between a sport and art form.
Historically, skateboarding has always looked down upon aggressive skating. The reasons for this vary. It's not uncommon for hostilities to break out between skateboarders and inline skaters that come in direct contact. But its equally as common to find the two interacting with no problems, and even find people who crossover, and groups of skaters containing both variations.