Almost nobody is good at skateboarding right away. Of course there are those who get the basics down fast. Others need more time before they get the hang of the motions, the balance and the overall "feel" of boarding. Every new skateboarder is taught tips and tricks to help make the learning process easier. So here's a few things that'll help you choose your first board and start taking those first few rides.
It takes time to figure out which foot goes in front and which foot goes in back. It really does not matter which hand you are, left or right. You'll need to determine which leg is dominant. So it's easiest to think how you approach something. Which foot do you normally use when you kick a ball? With which foot do you usually start walking up a staircase? If you stumble, which foot do you automatically use to catch yourself with? The foot you use for all of these things will almost always be the foot that you keep on the back part of the board. How you stand has less to do with which way you want to face as you move on the board and more to do with which leg is stronger and sturdier.
It's important to come to terms with fear. You'll see many beginner skateboarders who are too afraid to try much. It doesn't take long for it to set in that there is not a whole lot keeping them safe from harm while they are on a board. It is important to come to terms with this fear, especially if you want to improve. If you never deal with this you'll never be able to do those cool tricks. The best approach to overcome fear is to practice. The more you practice, the more you'll become willing to try new things. If you can, learn how to fall the right way as much as possible. The more and more you deal with these aspects of skating, the quicker and better you'll get.
Learn tricks one at a time and start slow. But make sure you have the basics down, first. Don't go skating down the stairs or doing big jumps. Start with small lifts and changing directions. You can jump the board, then change direction. Be sure to get the basic tricks under your belt before moving on to dangerous tricks. Remember, just like learning how to board at all, learning how to trick involves starting small and getting better over time.
Anybody can learn how to skateboard. If you're willing to take your time and do it right, you can get to a point where you can do just about anything. Patience is key, you'll get there soon!
It takes time to figure out which foot goes in front and which foot goes in back. It really does not matter which hand you are, left or right. You'll need to determine which leg is dominant. So it's easiest to think how you approach something. Which foot do you normally use when you kick a ball? With which foot do you usually start walking up a staircase? If you stumble, which foot do you automatically use to catch yourself with? The foot you use for all of these things will almost always be the foot that you keep on the back part of the board. How you stand has less to do with which way you want to face as you move on the board and more to do with which leg is stronger and sturdier.
It's important to come to terms with fear. You'll see many beginner skateboarders who are too afraid to try much. It doesn't take long for it to set in that there is not a whole lot keeping them safe from harm while they are on a board. It is important to come to terms with this fear, especially if you want to improve. If you never deal with this you'll never be able to do those cool tricks. The best approach to overcome fear is to practice. The more you practice, the more you'll become willing to try new things. If you can, learn how to fall the right way as much as possible. The more and more you deal with these aspects of skating, the quicker and better you'll get.
Learn tricks one at a time and start slow. But make sure you have the basics down, first. Don't go skating down the stairs or doing big jumps. Start with small lifts and changing directions. You can jump the board, then change direction. Be sure to get the basic tricks under your belt before moving on to dangerous tricks. Remember, just like learning how to board at all, learning how to trick involves starting small and getting better over time.
Anybody can learn how to skateboard. If you're willing to take your time and do it right, you can get to a point where you can do just about anything. Patience is key, you'll get there soon!
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