5 Drills for beginner roller skaters - Improve at skating fast

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  • @DeeDellimore
    @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +81

    Enjoyed this video? check out my new 2022 - 7 drills video here: ua-cam.com/video/AdsP5Idpk10/v-deo.html OR check out my 365 days of skating 2022 on IG: instagram.com/deedellimore

  • @ericjordan6059
    @ericjordan6059 3 роки тому +609

    Coming from an expert skater, it is good to learn how to proficiently skate forwards and backwards first. Then you go into transitioning from front to back and then back to front. Then you move into balancing on your heels and toes. Then you move into spins (heel-toe and then toe spins). After all of that, you can start into more advanced moves like pivots and other moves you want to learn. It will take awhile so be patient.
    I have many people coming up to me asking me to teach them moves but can't do the basics. It took some of us 5, 10, 15 years to get to this point. It won't happen over night but you have to practice continuously to get better.

    • @ericjordan6059
      @ericjordan6059 3 роки тому +22

      Forgot to add learning cross overs going forwards and backwards.

    • @wingedjaguar_
      @wingedjaguar_ 3 роки тому +1

      Sounds good 😊

    • @alisharo58
      @alisharo58 3 роки тому +4

      How long would you say it takes to become proficient at forward skating, specifically ?

    • @ericjordan6059
      @ericjordan6059 3 роки тому +10

      @@alisharo58 ... Depends on the person and how much they practice.

    • @alisharo58
      @alisharo58 3 роки тому +1

      @@ericjordan6059 understood. I was looking for an example like “an hour a day for [insert number] months” or something like that.

  • @felicityfortuna
    @felicityfortuna 3 роки тому +339

    "Lay the egg, then close your butthole" was what made me finally get backward bubbles. LOL

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +22

      The power of visualisation 😂

    • @RayneHiroshi
      @RayneHiroshi 3 роки тому +9

      I've been cry/laughing at this for a minute 😂

    • @marthaedwards8199
      @marthaedwards8199 3 роки тому

      @@DeeDellimore You promised you would delete any hate speech from that long thread and yet I now see you have left that defamatory attack on me from Cerissa Powell on that long thread

    • @lexusgodina2296
      @lexusgodina2296 3 роки тому +1

      Haha I’m a lot better at the back bubbles I think maybe bc it’s more unconscious to me

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +9

      @@marthaedwards8199 honey, i receive so many comments on this video and havent even checked that thread again. Sorry you felt attacked by someone but its not in my power to police everyone. I do what I can, the rest you do for yourself. dont like what someone says? Best thing to do is block them💜

  • @SCkite
    @SCkite 3 роки тому +428

    That huge bike room had me wondering if you were in the Netherlands and glad to know I was correct! such an awesome indoor space to skate.

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +45

      Haha yes we sure do love our bikes! And it does make for great warm skating places during the winter

    • @livie777
      @livie777 3 роки тому +2

      hahaha samee i’m like where is this

    • @Andra9218
      @Andra9218 3 роки тому +3

      Hahahahahha saamme!! Came to the comment section just to check if I was right!

    • @MsTaLaiah
      @MsTaLaiah 2 роки тому +5

      This is so wild since in America it’s so normal to pay $20 on a Friday night to skate with a ton of people on the same in the same area. You can skate in the middle of the flore if you’re a beginner. It’s certainly not ideal for beginners. You can’t go there everyday because it may be closed and it’s expensive.

    • @mdlearthmermaid
      @mdlearthmermaid 2 роки тому

      Same! 😊

  • @Frickenadazzal
    @Frickenadazzal 3 роки тому +187

    Quick Notes:
    1. Weight Placement (Good Posture)--Slowly Squat downward while practicing balancing from left to right.
    2. Lay an egg-- while feet snake out as going into a squat.
    3. Bubbles- While skating backwards cross one foot over the other.
    4. 2 ways to stop
    5. No front wheels
    6. Skate with one foot in front of the other...
    Loved this video. Watched it twice. Thank you for taking the time to help us get stronger at skating. So fun ❤️🎈

    • @erwincavite.t.v
      @erwincavite.t.v 2 роки тому +1

      Good morning Nice ok. Your videos are beautiful. I always support you too. I hope I get noticed and shout out to your vlog idol ERWIN CAVITE TV from Philippines 🇵🇭.

  • @talesofmer3312
    @talesofmer3312 3 роки тому +123

    I skated a lot growing up, but haven't skated in 15 or so years and forgot how. This was probably the most helpful video to me on how to get started again. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

    • @DreamDeva
      @DreamDeva 3 роки тому +7

      OMGGG Exact comment I was looking for. !!!!!LOL, Grew up skating ALWAYS owned my own. Last few times skating ⛸️was maybe 4 years ago😬😬. Went last week 🤬🤬 was like how did I forget , ?why so hard...outta shape CLEARLY was what I gathered. Smh. Last night bought skates at childhood rink. Adjusted, fit great etc. Skated 2 hours only stopped ONCE for 15 minutes to rest and water..😁 Def a great workout & fun!!! Great video

    • @CarouselQueen3
      @CarouselQueen3 2 роки тому +2

      Same! I skated almost every weekend from 6-16 years old and then I stopped once I started driving. Now 20 years later it’s like I’ve went back to almost beginner level. I’m trying to gain the proficiency I once had but I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. I’m so wobbly.

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  2 роки тому +3

      @@CarouselQueen3 practice, yourbody has changed since then so your weight distribution has also changed. your brain needs practice to adjust to those changes hope by now you made some progress

    • @ADsaGenius
      @ADsaGenius Рік тому +1

      For anyone who believes that you forget how to do things, always keep this in Mind; even when you stop doing something you've done for a very long Time, your body doesn't completely forget, believe it or not.
      As someone who has been skating on and off for more than 22+ years, your Mind & Body still retains a little of that knowledge you've had for years. 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

  • @BTNSTR
    @BTNSTR 3 роки тому +27

    yess please make more videos like this! it’s so nice to see other black skaters making content, we’re so often overlooked.

  • @patrieswichers1961
    @patrieswichers1961 3 роки тому +63

    Absolute beginner at 62(!) I got a lot from this tutorial! So important to know what your body is doing and I guess with practicing it becomes second nature, thanks Dee!

    • @Joygre1
      @Joygre1 3 роки тому +3

      Absolute beginner as well.
      How is it going? I just got my first skate shoes as my new year resolution and I am not giving up. Quite challenging but I can do it!

  • @altheastephanie3135
    @altheastephanie3135 2 роки тому +5

    The chicken and the eggggg please that was so funny! Thank you! I'm a 3-day skater and been learning bubbles, and I think this is the best tip ever

  • @ALyub-dl6do
    @ALyub-dl6do 3 роки тому +7

    for once someone who is well articulated and doesn't overload videos with stupid chitchat. You guys are great!

  • @TABULOUS1
    @TABULOUS1 2 роки тому +3

    You gotta ska'WEEEEEEZE the kittycat 12:50 .... I HOLLERED!! 🤣🤣🤣
    I'm SO JEALOUS OF THE SPACE YOU'VE FOUND!!!! Ugh, it's GORGEOUSSSSS and SPACIOUS, the floor is PERFECT, and there's plenty of PERSONAL room to be UNBOTHERED BY KOLONIZED HUMANS!!! #IntrovertLife
    I want oneeee!!!!! 😭😭😫

  • @MizzC625
    @MizzC625 3 роки тому +56

    You simplified this like no other!! Thank you!

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому

      Happy it helped having another one coming soon :)

  • @marks.watson5147
    @marks.watson5147 2 роки тому +3

    I am your expert roller skater.30+ plus years ago I skated every weekend. 'Backward Skaters ONLY'.Keep instructing.

  • @jaz.herself
    @jaz.herself 3 роки тому +18

    Just got my skates TODAY !!! Excited to learn all the moves & grooves.

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +2

      Yaass!! Welcome to the community

  • @swvsnick
    @swvsnick Рік тому +1

    For those struggling with the plow stop, the one from the bubbles, don't think about curving your skate, push your legs straight out to your sides. That helped me.

  • @Ohmygosh60
    @Ohmygosh60 3 роки тому +49

    I love the way you explain everything. I just started back April 2021. Got my skates and I'm looking forward to the journey from this point. So far I'm still in the beginning of keeping good balance. You have a good point when it comes to weigh distribution. Still learning this all over again at age 39. Thank you for your video. 💜

  • @Queeeenbeee77
    @Queeeenbeee77 Рік тому +4

    I just love that you share which muscles to invoke and when and how to shift your weight. I find this MOST helpful! I am so grateful you are sharing this! :)

  • @composur3
    @composur3 3 роки тому +13

    Yes!! I started skating backwards today and came home to watch this video. I’m happy to report I naturally layed my eggs and closed my butt so much I’m sore! Success I would say. Thank you so much for this extremely informative video.

  • @anticreative1
    @anticreative1 3 роки тому +15

    I know you probably won't see it as it's an old video but it was extremely helpful for me! I could not do the bubbles for the life of me and thanks to you I'm bubbling like crazy 💃❤️

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you!! So happy it was helpful

  • @xhauntedgoblinx
    @xhauntedgoblinx 3 роки тому +28

    I'm a beginner and this has really helped me, thank you♥

  • @tabi_verse
    @tabi_verse 2 роки тому +3

    Girl, you skating backwards and pressing out "laaay that eggg" had me hollering! Thanks for the tips, they are so, so useful and your description for everthing is very clear. Great to learn from someone who also startet fairly recently!

  • @RadicalforGod
    @RadicalforGod Рік тому +1

    Wow you’re a fast learner! You only been skating for 10 months and you’re skating like a pro. Good job!

  • @jennaknechtel383
    @jennaknechtel383 3 роки тому +22

    Best explanation/demo of a bubble I've seen...I've been trying to do it and could not get my feet to come together going forward until hearing you explain that you need to bend SUPER low as a beginner. Thanks!

  • @cryism7798
    @cryism7798 2 роки тому +3

    the analogies you give actually helped me understand a lot! i also appreciate you showing your full form for the bubbles since i was hanging such a hard time until you said what muscles specifically help control this

  • @beetimmins2560
    @beetimmins2560 3 роки тому +26

    I love your approach so much! Its really easy to understand and very beginner friendly. I was struggling with other videos because of terminology and such. You explain everything so well and understand where beginners are, especially us who haven’t skated before and don’t know what to expect

  • @dianadailyn7497
    @dianadailyn7497 2 роки тому +2

    This was great! Thank you so much! I know this stuff from my youth but it was a great refresher and I had my interested kids watch it who want to learn☺️🤜🤛

  • @delphinecastleberry
    @delphinecastleberry 3 роки тому +2

    I'm already in love from the intro. I get my skates today!!!!!

  • @StarFairychic
    @StarFairychic 2 роки тому +3

    i just got my ✨moonlight roller🌙 skates and im definitely going to be coming back to this video when im practicing!!! THANKS DEE!!!

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  2 роки тому +2

      Whoohoo! What colour did you get?

    • @StarFairychic
      @StarFairychic 2 роки тому

      @@DeeDellimore i got the emeralds!! that’s my birthstone and i couldn’t say no 🤩🤩im so excited !!

  • @lifesgoodbutilikecrying5231
    @lifesgoodbutilikecrying5231 3 роки тому +6

    Your voice is so calming!! Thank you for this!!

  • @RosemaryDeer
    @RosemaryDeer 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve watched about 3 other videos trying to learn how to easily go frontwards, and this is the first one that I’ve actually found efficient . Thank you!

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому +1

      thank you for watching and happy to hear it was helpful

  • @avoilachan
    @avoilachan 3 роки тому +6

    I love the way you instruct!! you have this calm and reassuring vibe abt u that make me feel like i can do it too if i just practice!! thank u for ur tips and wisdom :))

  • @Ambieeeee
    @Ambieeeee 3 роки тому +1

    My son and I practice to your vid!!

  • @rosesarered2285
    @rosesarered2285 2 роки тому +1

    You finally taught me how stop! Subscription was immediately pressed!

  • @gilliantodd2043
    @gilliantodd2043 2 роки тому +2

    I'm a beginner and this video was so helpful to give me some drills that I can work on in my apartment! Thank you:-)

  • @cherylchaney9220
    @cherylchaney9220 3 роки тому +1

    I love your tutorial and your soothing voice. Can’t wait to buy some skates!

  • @heit6185
    @heit6185 9 днів тому

    FINNNALLY A GREAT TUTORIAL none of that goofy stuff. Informational and engaging thank you!

  • @lolitaseraph
    @lolitaseraph 2 роки тому +2

    You’re insanely gorgeous on top of informative. Thank you for this content .

  • @mzsjonzz2029
    @mzsjonzz2029 Рік тому

    Best skating tutorial on UA-cam 💗

  • @jessijacobs8
    @jessijacobs8 3 роки тому +5

    This is a great practice video. Just got my skates and haven't skated since I was 10 years old 😒🤦‍♀️😆 So lots to learn. Thanks for the tips!!!

  • @yeracmitchell637
    @yeracmitchell637 3 роки тому +1

    I enjoyed watching & learning. My skates will be delivered on Sat.

  • @haley5501
    @haley5501 3 роки тому +1

    This is one of the best beginner skate videos I've seen :)

  • @ravecavewifelife4857
    @ravecavewifelife4857 3 роки тому +2

    Your braids are gorgeous!!

  • @antigonilapoudi508
    @antigonilapoudi508 Рік тому +1

    You are an amazing storyteller. I am in the middle of the video and I stopped to comment, thanks for the perspective ❤

  • @cyanetornatzky1642
    @cyanetornatzky1642 3 роки тому +1

    You are a good teacher!

  • @MiauMichigan
    @MiauMichigan 3 роки тому +2

    You're great at explaining moves. I appreciate the different camera angles! Thank you so much!!!!

  • @Sofia-bl9cb
    @Sofia-bl9cb 2 роки тому +1

    was wondering if these tricks are helpful on inline skates too💗

  • @karinagonz11
    @karinagonz11 3 роки тому +4

    Also you're hilarious and so relatable 🙏❤️

  • @chels.arii1915
    @chels.arii1915 2 роки тому

    I really like how you put how difficult it is

  • @yairakatz8688
    @yairakatz8688 2 роки тому +1

    Very clear, down to earth, and helpful! Thank you so much!!

  • @theajohnson3853
    @theajohnson3853 3 роки тому +1

    Nice and informative video for me. I'm starting back skating after 40+ years

  • @SmithOnToast
    @SmithOnToast 3 роки тому +8

    I’m new to skating and find every time I get my skates on I’m starting from “scratch” - this was super helpful for warming up I’ll be doing bubbles every time I start 😀😀🛼

  • @didi1406
    @didi1406 3 роки тому +1

    Was watching some top ppl on here and it was taking forever to get the point this was entertaining and helpful!

  • @tatilobos
    @tatilobos 3 роки тому +2

    You did a great job of explaining these drills! I couldn't get the hang of bubbles until your explanation lmao I like these drills because they feel a lot more beginner friendly than a bunch of other videos these I can do hahaha

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому

      The chicken and egg analogy always helps hahaha

  • @_justjackie
    @_justjackie 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you!! So helpful, clear, and concise. Can't wait to practice.

  • @maureenseel118
    @maureenseel118 Рік тому

    I ordered myself my first pair of skates since I was a teenager. I used to skate when I was little (quad skates) and then inline/rollerblades when I was a teenager. I'm so excited. I hope some of it just comes back to me...I can remember what it feels like.

  • @TheBlahblahblahahaha
    @TheBlahblahblahahaha 3 роки тому +1

    This is so helpful! One of the best videos I've been lucky enough to watch. Thank you so much for posting!!

  • @dogsnskiing656
    @dogsnskiing656 2 роки тому

    What a helpful video! Been out of skating for several years now and just took the skates out of the closet. You are lucky to have a nice smooth place to skate!

  • @8bitlatina845
    @8bitlatina845 2 роки тому

    On behalf of my 7 year old niece (just started skating) and myself (haven't skated in 20 years) thank you so much for making this video. Subscribed

  • @jadetaylor5191
    @jadetaylor5191 Рік тому

    As soon as I thought “what do guys squeeze?” You answered it 😊😂. Great video! 👍🏾

  • @briinelson298
    @briinelson298 3 роки тому

    Thanks Sis, the backward bubbles was a great idea on how to skate backwards...I never thought of that...can't wait to try.

  • @raylee4423
    @raylee4423 3 роки тому +3

    Im so thankful for this bc skating backwards is so hard for me. Idk why

  • @wendibaldwin6564
    @wendibaldwin6564 2 роки тому

    Omg, your video is the best!!!!! You make this fun! Y’all cute too!
    Thank you for these tips! 🙌🏽❤️😊

  • @turtlecat7856
    @turtlecat7856 5 місяців тому

    Excellent your explanation. I just started yesterday. Im watching several beginner's videos. Your is very detailed. Very useful. Thank you so much

  • @karinagonz11
    @karinagonz11 3 роки тому +2

    I love your videos! They're soooo good. Also so jealous of your skating space 😭

  • @M0EM0E1
    @M0EM0E1 2 роки тому

    She did not say think of it like a chicken laying an egg 🥚😂😂 I can't. I love it!

  • @kaethebutcherofficial
    @kaethebutcherofficial 3 роки тому +1

    Best and well explained video for very very beginners moves! Also love the names of the moves hehe

  • @michelleraw2896
    @michelleraw2896 3 роки тому +2

    Haha I enjoyed this so much, I literally laughed the whole video and it was soooo helpful 😂

  • @humanstellar
    @humanstellar 2 роки тому +1

    Ok I love your explanations! This helped me finally do a bubble!

  • @tiffanypayne
    @tiffanypayne Рік тому +1

    Great video! What knee pads are you wearing? I like how low profile they are and that they are the strap style rather than slide on.

  • @hempyeverafter
    @hempyeverafter Рік тому +1

    I skated backwards for the first time because of your video !!!! ❤❤❤

  • @mandyklappe
    @mandyklappe 2 роки тому

    You convinced me to get rollers! After skeelering for years and trying to get back into it but my ankles collapsing on me all the time, i finally decided to switch to rollers. And its so different from skeelers but im already getting the hang of it. Definitely have to find my balance but its so much more comfortable. Your videos will definitely help me with my next steps! Thanks girl!

  • @elijahrenteria8399
    @elijahrenteria8399 3 роки тому +3

    i come back to this so often thank you these drills are so helpful!!

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  3 роки тому

      Happy to hear that! I'll be making more videos like this one soon

  • @CallMeRose
    @CallMeRose 2 роки тому +1

    Gonna buy skates this week! So thank you for this 😬

  • @saritshull3909
    @saritshull3909 3 роки тому +1

    love the way you explain backwards bubble 😆 I'm working on that at the moment. So far I can only do 2 at a time.
    I've been thinking of that area as my lower bum but this will now live rent-free in my brain forever!!!

  • @amethystwhite1657
    @amethystwhite1657 3 роки тому +5

    So glad I found your page!

  • @anassameanspleasure
    @anassameanspleasure Рік тому

    Thank you so so much! Just got my skates today!❤

  • @JustMeVanessa
    @JustMeVanessa 2 роки тому +1

    Needed these tips. I'm a newbie 😊

  • @jadesaa3405
    @jadesaa3405 2 роки тому

    Such an awesomeeee video! Thank you for making this video, you're THE BEST!

  • @kaye.1790
    @kaye.1790 3 роки тому +1

    I just purchase my skates and you are making this look soooo easy. Thank you for this awesome video!

  • @alisonlangley2650
    @alisonlangley2650 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing this because I literally just started roller skating last night & this video is definitely gonna help me with the basics. Love it!!! 🥰🛼

  • @owatson7648
    @owatson7648 3 роки тому +1

    Just started skating, can’t wait to try some of these out!!

  • @JeanStapelbroek
    @JeanStapelbroek 3 роки тому +4

    Woah you live in the Netherlands? I started skating recently and couldn't really find good places to skate. Watching this video I realized, there are good places haha. Thank you for this helpful video!

  • @elliesprkls
    @elliesprkls 3 роки тому +19

    I really enjoyed your video! As it's aimed at beginners I'd like to add that the toe stop is better used only while going backwards, in the drag method you've shown it can lead you to roll your ankle depending on the surface you're skating on and your speed.
    Edit: going backwards as in turnaround toe stop

    • @prishaverma6077
      @prishaverma6077 2 роки тому

      I've been struggling with stopping with my toe stop and like you mentioned, it leads me to roll my ankle and it strains it quite a lot, what do you suggest?

  • @robynp3893
    @robynp3893 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! I was having trouble doing bubbles until my trucks were loosened. *Beginners with new factory skates may need to loosen trucks

    • @DeeDellimore
      @DeeDellimore  2 роки тому +1

      that's a great tip! I have to say it took me a year to figure out that was what was hindering some moves

  • @Ambieeeee
    @Ambieeeee 3 роки тому +1

    Your an awesome teacher thank you!!

  • @LMichelle7333
    @LMichelle7333 7 місяців тому +1

    This helps a lot! Thank you!

  • @Abby_evans2023
    @Abby_evans2023 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your video!!! I am getting into skating and I am really glad I found this video for great tips!

  • @cassandrarichards2586
    @cassandrarichards2586 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I'm a beginner and I was struggling with bubbles until I watched this and now I can do them confidently!

  • @millerhubber4371
    @millerhubber4371 3 роки тому +1

    I'm gonna have trouble with number 5. Good tips

  • @4evahoney
    @4evahoney 3 роки тому +1

    I know how to skate, just really interested in learning new tricks etc, also getting myself a new pair of roller skates❤️More skating videos please😫love them🥰

    • @ericjordan6059
      @ericjordan6059 3 роки тому +1

      Pick a move and work on it. Pick something that's geared to your skillset strength. Learning to balance on your toes and heels help tremendously so I say begin with those.

  • @lydialemon3
    @lydialemon3 2 роки тому +1

    The moonwalk thoooo❤️❤️

  • @dianaspy6733
    @dianaspy6733 2 роки тому

    What a great place to practice!

  • @Kingsk8ofmind
    @Kingsk8ofmind 2 роки тому

    Love at first sight 😍😍

  • @BritttheDancer
    @BritttheDancer 2 роки тому

    Thank you internet cousin! I have been wanting to get started about was unsure how. This has great drills for me to work on! 😄 bless you for sharing!

    • @BritttheDancer
      @BritttheDancer 2 роки тому

      This video is awesome I went from can’t stand to more or less able to skate forward in one day! 😍 That pelvic floor workout I never knew I was gonna need. 😅

  • @vibrantlygrey
    @vibrantlygrey 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this!! This made me way less scared to start skating :)

  • @iloveyourtattoos
    @iloveyourtattoos 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your videos, Dee! I'm relearning and find them really helpful

  • @giovannam925
    @giovannam925 3 роки тому +2

    Going to go outside and do my squats, core work and yes squeezing 🤗

  • @eleni7640
    @eleni7640 2 роки тому +1

    It really helps ! Thanks

  • @cshell2001
    @cshell2001 Рік тому

    I just brought some skates, came here for tips. Thanks 👍 😊

  • @fidgetyfl0wer174
    @fidgetyfl0wer174 2 роки тому +1

    I was a little confused what you meant about how to do bubbles and when you said lay and egg in instantly clicked 😂