Learning a few elementary techniques will allow you to easily navigate your skateboard. Practicing board control remains a vital part of the learning process. Professional skateboarders spend years perfecting even the most basic of tricks. While the skateboard does not feature a braking mechanism, skaters have developed an easy braking technique. The Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute states that even low speed skateboard crashes can result in serious brain trauma. Wear a dome-shaped helmet to ensure the back of your head remains protected.
Step 1
Transport your skateboard to a low traffic area that features a paved surface. Lower the wheels of your skateboard onto the ground. Rotate your skateboard into a horizontal position to ensure it does not roll away.
Step 2
Place your steering foot over the four bolts located at the back of the skateboard. Align your opposite foot over the remaining set of bolts found at the front. Apply pressure to your heels and toes to test the looseness of the skateboard's trucks.
Step 3
Tighten the king pin screws of the trucks with a skate tool if you have trouble balancing in a stationary position. Position your feet over the bolts of the skateboard. Remove your back foot from the skateboard and lower it onto the pavement.
Step 4
Push off the ground with the bottom of your shoe while keeping your front knee bent. Repeat this acceleration technique until you reach a comfortable speed. Lift your shoe off the ground and align it over the rear bolts.
Step 5
Apply pressure to your toes to change the rolling direction of the skateboard. Lean onto your heels to turn in the opposing direction. Drag your back foot against the ground to slow the momentum of your skateboard.
Things You'll Need
- Skate tool
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