5 Skateboarding Tricks for Beginners (and How to Master Them)
Introduction:
Skateboarding is more than just a sport - it's a lifestyle that combines freedom, creativity and lots of adrenaline. For beginners, the first successful trick can be a real milestone, and once you start, you often want to master the next step straight away. In this article, we'll introduce you to five basic skate tricks that are perfect for beginners. With a little practice, you too will soon be able to proudly show off your first ollie or shuvit !
Trick 1: The Ollie
What is an Ollie?
The Ollie is the classic and one of the absolute basics. It is a trick where the board is brought into the air without any help from your hands. It forms the basis for many other tricks and is therefore a must for every skater.
Directions:
1st Place your back foot on the tail (end of the board) and your front foot in the middle of the board.
2nd Press the tail firmly to the ground with your back foot and pull the board up with your front foot.
3. Make sure to keep the board parallel to the ground and try to land cleanly.
Pro tip : When starting out, it helps to lean forward slightly to help you maintain your balance.
Trick 2: The Shuvit
What is a Shuvit?
The Shuvit (often known as the Pop Shuvit) is a trick where the board does a 180-degree turn in the air while your body remains still. The trick is quite simple and a perfect complement to the Ollie.
Directions:
1st Place your front foot in the middle of the board and your back foot on the tail.
2nd Push the tail back slightly so that the board turns 180 degrees.
3. Catch the board in the air and land safely on the screws.
Pro tip : Practice without taking off first – this will help you develop the feel for the turn.
Trick 3: The Kickflip
What is a kickflip?
The kickflip is a legendary trick in which the board spins around its own axis in the air. Mastering this trick is a big goal for many skaters. The kickflip requires precise footwork and a little more practice than the ollie.
Directions:
1st Place your front foot diagonally on the middle of the board and your back foot on the tail.
2nd Jump and kick your front foot sideways to rotate the board.
3. Catch the board in the air and land safely with both feet.
Pro tip : Start with slow kicks and increase the intensity until the board spins once.
Trick 4: The Manual
What is a manual?
A manual is not a trick in the classic sense, but rather a balance exercise where you ride the board on the rear wheels only. It is ideal for training your balance and developing a better feel for the board.
Directions:
1st Shift your weight slightly backwards so that the front end of the board is raised.
2nd Hold this position for as long as possible without the board touching the ground.
Pro tip : Practice the manual on a smooth surface – this will help you control your balance better.
Trick 5: The Pop Shuvit
What is a Pop Shuvit?
The Pop Shuvit is an advanced version of the Shuvit, where the board is popped more strongly into the air. This makes the trick look more spectacular and is also a good challenge for advanced riders.
Directions:
1st Place your front foot in the middle and your back foot on the tail.
2nd Press the tail down firmly and push the board 180 degrees with a sweeping movement.
3. Land in a controlled manner on the rotated board.
Pro tip : Stance and timing are key. Practice timing the pop with your foot movement.
Conclusion: The first steps to your skateboarding success
These five tricks are the ideal introduction for beginners and a solid foundation to take your skills to the next level. As with everything in skateboarding, patience is key - don't be discouraged if you don't succeed at a trick the first time.
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