How Long Does It Take to Brake in a New Pair of Ice Skates?. Part of the series: LS - Ice Skating Tips. Breaking in a new pair of ice skates is not always a fun process especially the more advanced you get but with a little patience you'll find yourself falling in love with your new skates. Find out how long it takes to brake in a new pair of ice skates with help from an ice skating professional in this free video clip.