Category: Rollerskating tutorials

Avoiding butt falls on roller skates

Nobody wants to fall while rollerskating, especially backwards. Here are some techniques you can practice to reduce your risk of a badonka slam.  This video shows a new skater going from active skating into a staggered stance to coast. A common error new skaters make when they coast is they put their feet right under…
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June 11, 2019 0

How to turn around on roller skates

Roller skate transitions can be tricky to master because it combines forward skating, backwards skating, forward-back-side-to-side weight transfer and upper body co-ordination. But there are fundamental skills you can work on before you attempt your first turn. Coast on one foot To complete a transition you will be on one skate for a brief moment.…
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June 3, 2019 0