This thesis deals with the application of emotional design principles in the development of an educational application for inline skating. That is, it is explores which elements of emotional design have a positive effect on the user experience and strengthen motivation while learning. The goal of emotional design in an educational application is to arouse appropriate emotions that will result in a sense of security in users and positively affect their self-confidence. The theoretical part of the thesis is based on the explanation of the theory of emotions and the principles of emotional design that refer to the visceral, behavioral and reflective levels. It is also explained which elements within the application should be represented in order for all three levels to be successful. Furthermore, the connection between motor skills and learning and emotions and learning is also explained. In the experimental part of the thesis, the target group and competitors of the application were explored. The application persona and user journey are also described. Based on research in the theoretical and experimental part, a prototype of the application was created. The prototype was tested with a usability test within the Maze tool and three surveys. The test results showed that users feel joy when using the application and that setting goals had a positive effect on their motivation and self-confidence.