FAQ

If your an adult the first thing you will be asking your children is “why? why skateboarding?”. Skateboarding has been a tradition for many decades in Liverpool, and we love the fact skateboarding actually brings people together, it forms a community of people who like to show of their tricks and wow each other. Also the fact that most teenagers these days are stuck on their home gaming devices and mobile phones.

I’m hoping this FAQ page will give you a little insight on skateboarding everything from which skateboard to go for. Of course safety and a few YouTube videos you can watch which will open your eyes into the skateboarding world.

How do I choose the correct skateboard?

  • Choose the correct size
  • Deck width depends on your shoe size, height and riding style.
  • Most beginners use 7.75″ – 8.25″

Why does quality matter?

  • Safer
  • Skateboards, built with the quality materials, means they will last longer
  • More durable
  • Better performance

Where is the best place for beginners to skate?

  • Smooth, flat areas like driveway
  • Empty parking lots
  • Beginner – friendly skate parks

What are the essential safety gears?

  • Knee, Elbow, Wrist Protection
  • Helmet, we have all different sizes to meet all your needs
  • A how to guide for first time skateboards (see the link below)
Skateboarding for first timers

How do I find my stance on the skateboard?

  • The slide test
  • Importance of stance of balance
  • Regular vs goofy (see link below)
Know the difference between regular vs goofy

What are the basic skateboarding skills?

  • Standing and balancing
  • Pushing and stopping – step by step technique (see link below)
How to push for beginners

How to turn?

  • Lifting front wheels
  • Using shoulders to pivot
  • Lean turns
  • Kick turns
Learn how to turn

Safe Ways to Stop?

  • Foot brake
  • Heel drag
  • Rolling into grass
10 Important ways to stop on a skateboard

What are the most popular beginner tricks to learn?

  • Manual
  • Shuvit
  • Why the ollie is essential
How to ollie

Quick tips to improve?

  • Consistent practice
  • Watching tutorials
  • Skating with friends
  • Being patient and accepting falls

What are the skate park etiquette for beginners?

  • Don’t sit on ramps
  • Checking traffic before dropping in
  • Waiting your turn
  • Communicating with other skaters

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