Backward Roller Skating Crossovers/Crosspulls

Dirty Deborah Harry gives you step-by-step instructions on how to execute a Backward Crossover / Crosspull on roller skates. This roller skating video also includes a practice plan for Backward Crossovers / Crosspulls by beginning with backward scissors, backward scooter pushes, balancing on aleft inner back edge and balancing on a right outer back edge, skating in a line-up and skating a figure circle. Video also addresses dealing with loss of motivation while learning and keeping expectations in line with expected skill development.
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[@RavenBaxter]

The way you skate is so heavenly. You’re one of those people I’d sit and watch skate at the rink after I’ve fallen 50 times

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

awww thank you so much. That is a beautiful complement.

[@oldhag287]

@Dr Dre I would love to go to her skating rink as well...it would be such a treat!

[@thatonefriend8807]

@Dirty School of Skate thank you for all you’ve done, your the reason I started skating.

[@jollylover88]

Your videos have helped me get my groove back PLUS so much more! I never learned much of any technique when I skated in the past. I figured a few things out for myself and then got bored. Your catchy phrases and enthusiastic personality has me hooked on learning new skills! Thank you for sharing your passion! 🙏🏼❤️🛼

[@marii5050]

Ikr

[@DeeJaySincere1]

I need a skate date with Dirty Debra😘🕺🏾

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Come on down to Monday nights at FVSC!!!

[@BurninBitch]

d johnson get in line lol

[@absmustang]

And Jazztroyer don't mean skates

[@shockg11]

Shoot that shot 😂

[@anjalin2415]

Cool! I love in fountain valley

[@beezvidz]

Re: Expectations. What has helped me to level set my expectations is to embrace the "suck". It's part of the journey towards mastery. I started skating 7 months ago at the age of 55. When I first started, I could barely stand up and was sweating bullets trying to maintain my posture. Today, I can skate forwards and backwards and do some basic transitions. I skate with people that have been at this, in some cases, for over 30 years. They are amazing. However, I would be foolish to compare my 7 month journey with their 30 year journey. What I can do is compare my self of 7 months ago to my skating today. I'm getting better (and have been told so) I'm much more confident and eager to get better. I'm realizing that this is a lifestyle that demands commitment, and practice, in order to see improvement Thought that I would throw this into the pot. Thank you for all that you do. I appreciate you!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

This comment is everything!!! Congratulations!!1

[@samogryl]

And this is exactly what I expect it to be. Just starting back at 40!

[@pkimle7208]

I just start skate at ages 56 for one month, every night watching Dirty dearly video , thanks so much your lessons

[@elzbietask8s575]

just curious, do you still skate ? :)

[@Hailleyscomment]

Your motivational speech made me tear up, your life advice is so inspiring. I love it just as much as the tutorial part.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your feedback and support

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

@@cinderelley6813 I like your attitude!

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

Admit it...who else liked the video before it even started? LOL I'm weird on my backwards crossovers. No matter which way I'm going, I always cross left behind right. Working on it, but..eh...I'm moving (flying, really) so....it works for me. Proper form or not! LOL Trying to teach my girls how to do it correctly, but they laugh at me because I can't, but they're still at the bubbles/scissors stage so....I've got time to work on doing it properly. Can't wait to hit the rink Saturday. Hubby even started coming with us again - and ordered himself some new skates - this week! (I'm also now up to 6 1/2 pairs...I REALLY need to get my shoe skates done....have all the parts and everything now, just haven't put the plates on the shoes yet. LOL)

[@absmustang]

Hahaha, I always thumb them up before watching too. She's got good credit with me.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awwwww thank you so much. Have fun! Glad hubby joined you.

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

@@Dirtydeborahharry Just need to get him a knee brace. 3 days in a row on a bum knee probably wasn't his best idea ever. LOL His only comment: "Guess this is the only way I'm ever going to see my family." The girls and I have been at the rink almost every day this week. I'd go tonight, but he already said no. :( LOL Going tomorrow for sure, though. Going to TRY to get my right behind my left this time....I over-think it, so the left tends to go behind the right more than I'd like. Going back and forth from a high-top heeled boot to my speed skates is also weird, but I'm starting to get used to it (just got the royal blue Candi Girls, decked those out with yellow wheels, yellow stops, and yellow laces). All set slightly differently as far as the trucks go, too, which makes it a bit weirder...more weird?...whichever. LOL

[@zaid8803]

I did.

[@themudcrusher4693]

I have the same issue

[@NiaGeeh]

It's 1:15am right now. Idk how I ended up here but I'm glad I am lol

[@itsjustme5030]

Thank you!! I've been waiting for this! Your speech at the end was really heartfelt, and we older people who used to skate, until life got in the way and are looking to pick it up again, really needed that! 😃 Last time I skated it was almost like my body had a disconnect from my skate brain and I couldn't understand what changed! Thank you for taking the time to explain!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

It is soooo true. The way our brain and body sometimes miscommunicate is fascinating. I promise with practice, those two will come into alignment.

[@seancurtin5131]

I'd be in that club and the important thing is to have fun and don't give a hoot n nanny ninja what anyone thinks. It's great exercise, load's of fun and I've found really improves your balance and flexibility.

[@itsjustme5030]

Sean Curtin Thanks! My concern is less what people think and more about injuries. I'm at an age where a rotator cuff tear is a very real possibility and I'm the only income in the house. Maybe Debra (spelling?) could do a video on how to minimize risk of injury when falls occur? Anyway, happy day and safe skating!😃

[@seancurtin5131]

Totally understand and you know what, the best way is to take it slow and go at your own pace. Debra is right when she talks about perfecting one thing over time and getting technique right over volume of skating. I also agree with her that 15mins a day is better than just one day a week but above all I personally find that consistence and practice makes perfect and once you feel confident that will help remove the fears as you will know what you are capable of. Don't worry about what everyone else is doing and be happy getting confident with yourself. May your skating be glorious.

[@itsjustme5030]

Sean Curtin all valuable points! Sometimes 15 minutes is all I have but, yeah. Little here, little there really is better than a two hour block once a week. Thanks for pointing that out. Happy skating!

[@nicolemorris7521]

Wow... I needed this motivation. I practice outside all the time and I can do things fine. But as soon as I hit a rink (especially if it’s busy) I freeze up and can’t do anything I did outside, it’s so embarrassing and it has been killing my outlook on skating. I appreciate you and these videos so much 🌹and you better believe I’m not giving up until I’m amazing lol

[@Kayla-xn3pl]

You gorgeous, talented lady. You're on my bucket list.. one day I'm coming to visit you!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you! Please do.

[@BurninBitch]

Someone make a clip of her pep talk about losing motivation so I can share with the world, please. And to.... Deborah, thank you for all your hard work that you’ve put out on video for us. 🥰

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awwww thank you soooo much.

[@D-Lea-n-about]

❤thanks for the end message. As someone who struggles with a.d.h.d. this is important. I got on skates for the first time, at 5 years old. A particularly nervous concept for my mom, as I also struggle with lazy eye amblyopia. I learned a little, until the incredibly old skates I learned on finaly broke. Never getting replaced until I was 8, then grew out of those in a single summer. I didn't put on skates again until I was 16. My first and only ever pair of inlines. I used them 6 times and gave up. Here I am now, at age 42, quit a 30 year smoking habit, and got inspired to try again when I walked into a skate apparel shop, and found some impala quads. My last eye exam says I'm at high risk for glaucoma, and I now struggle with arthritis. Probably should've walked by those quads, but, instead I bought them. When I got home, it was 12:00am. (Wait, it gets better, I promise) so, here was a 42 year old, leagaly blind lady, in carpal braces and bifocals, in the dark, on fresh pavement, looking like a little kid, smiling wide, sailing over the road like I never took them off. I can recall so many times I hated myself for never wanting to practice backwards skating. These are great tools you've given me, and with the years I've accumulated, my a.d.h.d. will be easier to manage, as I can now focus on these drills!🎉 As long as I can be safer than to try cruising around in the dark, like some kind of nut job.😅thanks again!❤

[@Work4Sparta]

I’m learning so much and gettin pulled into this brand new world (for me)!!! Thank you Ms. Debbie😁😍😘

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Welcome to the club!!!

[@ummielove]

Fried Chikken omg! Me tooooo! I started skating and no one explained the mechanics of different moves and shifts! I love her for being so detailed 😊 I’m feeling this new world of skating (for me) lol

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

@@ummielove Thank you for mentioning the mechanics. Some people do not appreciate that aspect and I know it to be key

[@ummielove]

Dirty School of Skate ABSOLUTELY! Breaking everything down to its last detail helps me VISUALIZE myself doing the move ! When I can FEEL what I SEE someone else doing , I know I got it down ! Thanks love ☺️🤗

[@canabis021]

OMG Deborah! Just wanted to say thank you for the encouragement at the end of this vid. I was one of those who had gotten discouraged but got back at it. Thank you Thank You Thank You for sharing your gift with us.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you for watching and for your support! Keep checking in and keep rollin!!!

[@ginareynolds5970]

I love your videos. I started Roller Derby last year as a complete beginner and your videos have helped me loads recently. I'm often heard saying "down with the butt and up with the gut" 😂 I love what you've put at the end of this one. I'm 46 and just had my first major confidence wobble but you've put things into perspective and I can see how far I've come in a year, especially recently having done my first rookie scrim... you're approach is great. Thank you 😍

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Yeah! are you going to Rollercon?

[@ginareynolds5970]

Dirty School of Skate I would LOVE to. Definitely on my wish list, but unfortunately I live in the UK

[@lorismerz1051]

Yes, I agree that every new player to roller derby should watch this video to get comfortable with this move. Your words are precise in how you break down the movements. Plus, you are a good speaker with barely any "ums" and "Okays". I love that about this video. I'm gonna to think about it the next time I"m at practice.

[@MsPilar88]

I've been skating for years. I'm 53. Been skating since I was about 7-8 and your attention to detail is the best I've ever seen. Great Job.

[@maggiforootan6145]

Thank You so much for the encouraging words at the end! As an older person getting into skating I can totally relate! Some days are like two steps forward one step back. But I keep showing up and having fun!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

So happy you are here! Keep rolling!

[@peter8084]

Really like this video, started back skating again for exercise. I'm in my early 60's and admit was a shock to the system as I was quite good when I was younger LOL. As this lovely lady says, I will stick with it and get better !!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YOU WILL!!!

[@peter8084]

Dirty School of Skate Thanks , you make it look so easy lol. At the moment I can only cross over when going in the roller derby direction not in the opposite direction but I will keep practicing for sure 🙂! Your rink looks amazing by the way ! Anyway greetings from the UK 🇬🇧 !

[@debbydavenport5868]

Omg Dirty. I needed this video today. I was really focusing last night on cross pulls, I struggle with them. I have now learned from your video my weight placement has been so wrong. I can’t Wait to try out this technique.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Yeah! Go practice:)

[@myjulieverse1470]

That was magical!!! T^T. The crosspulls slowly unfolded! Thank you Debbie ☺️💗

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@richmoreno9938]

I love the lesson on cross pulls which I’m organically learning as a result of practicing backwards skating. Just sorta came to me and I decided to look up your vid on technique and realized I’m already doing it! Not flawlessly yet but getting there. Thank you so much for pep talk. I’m 54 years old and one of those people (as you described) coming back to skating after a 30+ year hiatus. I used to roller skate weekly as a kid and absolutely loved it. I got reacquainted in 2016 at a friends bday party at FVSC! Only in the past year have I made a real commitment to practice at my local basketball courts. Backwards skating was something I could never do but I never really made the commitment to learn. I currently practice 4 days a week for an hour at a time and I’m starting to see and feel the results. It is definitely a journey and should be enjoyed that way. Like you said, I have friends that are really impressed by my “skills” which I currently view as “Ok” but I’m careful not to fall into the trap of comparing myself to others who are more advanced. For anyone reading, we ALL start somewhere. We don’t hit a home run on the first swing so don’t give up. Be all in for YOU and the joy this wonderful activity brings us. Thank you for all your great vids.

[@ummielove]

Your advice spoke to my heart! I felt like that was a personal phone call I made, expressing how much I’m struggling with skating! Thank you with all of my skate loving heart ♥️

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

awwwww… that makes me happy to hear.

[@tammywright6627]

Perfect timing on this video!! I've watched a ton of how to do backwards crossovers in the past 2 days and your vid is by far the most comprehensive one on you tube. And like you mentioned, i, too, used to roller and ice skate as a kid/teen and just a couple of months ago got back on skates because I've always wanted to do roller derby.....crazy, i know. Im 55 yrs old and yes, it can be done with practice! I've never had so much fun on skates! Learning so much twice a week at practice and learning techniques from you has been amazing. Keep it up, girl and thank you for what you do here on you tube. Would love to see you do some derby breakdowns some time!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Welcome to the club! I skated competitive derby, banked and flat, for 8 seasons. I will record some derby specific videos.

[@tammywright6627]

@@Dirtydeborahharry sounds great thank you!! 8 seasons!! That's awesome.

[@JeffreyScholes]

Love the motivational boost at the end. I practice a lot but it always surprises me just how much you need to keep practicing until you get one "AHA" moment and a move/drill comes together. When that happens, I feel amazing and it keeps me going. I first skated in high school and then - pause - started back at 55. I don't plan on stopping. It's a blast and your videos/tutorials are the best. And you crack me up every time I watch.

[@ndjdjdj986]

THIS IS ALL IVE EVER WANTED TO LEARN Ssjshsshs like I see figure skaters do this and it’s the only thing I’ve ever been so jealous of omfg thank you

[@rairaiclown]

1:43 yall saw her stop on her toes like that ohMyGod

[@supoze1]

I need more advice on the art of being OKAY WITH FALLING (and sometimes biffing out big time!). I bought jam skates a couple of months ago and have fallen with great thudding distinction twice & once with a strange and beautiful type of rolly-polly maneuver that I still can't quite explain. Bam & I got right back up onto my spinny feet. I basically fell into a standing position in my kitchen! I've been rocking wrist guards for sure after the first spill but, seriously am I just biting off too much as far as learning techniques? Honestly one of my kaplowies was me grapevining in a parking deck, so I earned that one. What is typical, what is overzealous, & what is appropriate for someone just wanting to glide around in all directions like a beautiful baby bat dancing in the sky at dusk?

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Ok … first things first … are you having fun?

[@leeleeisme4279]

I'm 52 years old I used to skate when I was young. Im disabled but I want to start skating again! Thank you!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I hope you get back rollin'!

[@jimbobaggans1564]

Damn straight!! I'm 70 and if I can do it, you can do it! I still fall. I haven't broken anything lately either. Not saying I won't though. The healing just takes a little bit longer.

[@rebeccaplatt29]

I am older and getting back to skating. Taking it slow, building skill, watching lots of videos and wearing lots of safety gear. I can feel myself getting better each time. Don't give up. I love the feeling- being active, outdoors and growing in my abilities everyday. It's such a mood booster and confidence builder!!!

[@5utub0]

Hi Deby, after practising a couple of weeks I manage to make a few of these. Its super fun. I am so happy with my progress in skates. Definitely because of you. THANK YOU

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Congrats and you are welcome :)

[@Fire4ward]

Thank you so much for breaking it down! No other video explained it better than you did.

[@maimoutoo877]

I loved your motivational talk. I took up roller skating at the age of 49. I'm shortly turning 52. I have always had an active lifestyle since childhood but just wasn't interested in any particular sport. When I discovered roller skating, I said to my partner, "I've found my sport." I love it so much and I know I will be doing it my whole life. I reached my modest goal of being a safe, recreational skater and everything on top of this is a bonus, and there are so many more little skills that I keep accruing. Your videos are wonderful, Deborah. Thank you!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh I love reading this!!!!!!!!!! Keep rollin'!

[@avaweber5061]

Ummmmmm this woman’s energy is what the world needs. I’m going to binge and then go skate until I move like her!

[@thepeachybot5670]

I grew up skating and even used to compete! I just recently got back into it since my younger sister showed interest. Loving your videos! ❤

[@cotescoins9614]

Thanks for making me feel better about how I skate, I will get better. But I am better at inline.

[@cmgknight82]

One - I've been trying to do this wrong, thank you for the thorough overview. Two - I have DEFINITELY been coming to session with my arms out announcing "I'M DOING CROSSPULLS NOW". My bad.

[@sunzalea3257]

😂😂😂

[@hlytrin712]

Thanks for the video, I’ve been skating for about 7 years now and learned most of my skating from people at the rink. Going back and relearning some of this stuff has helped me clean up my skating a lot and made me more confident in almost every aspect of my skating. New Skaters!!!!!! Let your expectations go, just take it step by step like Dirty said, nobody in their right mind is going to judge you for practice mechanics. All good skaters had to at some point to get where they are. Don’t be afraid ask someone at the rink for help. I’ve learned so much from the skaters at my rink and everyone is usually eager to help if you ask. We fall, we all mess up. Even the best of the best. Stay with it, Keep going, and the best part with the skate community is the journey and the people you meet along the way! Have fun, stay safe, everyone! Xoxo

[@carolineb7617]

just bought my first pair of sure grip roller skates! they’re coming in a few days i’ve been binging your videos i’m so excited

[@carpediem4887]

I went skating for the 1st time in 23 years yesterday! I used to be quite good....i def lost my balance over the years ....skated for 2 hours and my legs were jello! I did have a blast tho

[@cldaughe]

Motivation, you say?! This mamma’s got it. It’s been roughly 25-30 years since I skated. I went to a bday party w/ my daughter on 4/17/21, strapped on some rentals, and REUNITED WITH SKATING! Now, I have my own skates, and practice something everyday. I’m so dang happy, and thankful for you @dirtyschoolofskate... the tutorials are exactly what I need to refresh the brain and rebuild the body.

[@isaacmattos9109]

I'm just returning to skating again. I'm 60 years old and remembering what I used to do. Two weeks already and I've been rejuvenated. Lol. Thank you for your time making this video. I'm having the best time of my life. Again! Lol

[@anjalin2415]

I'm going to fountain Valley next Monday and I'm super excited

[@Litetorture]

Debbie Girl, You so dayum BOMB!!!! I feel like I'm definetly gonna be back in the groove with practice and your tutorials! Thanks, Girl!

[@TheBeautyJock]

With her help via YT, I learned the backwards skating technique in 1 day!

[@fnmk8864]

Your pep talk at the end is exactly what I needed. Thank you. #motivated #skatebrain

[@jessicaroberts5129]

I am learning to skate at derby training in Australia and can i just say that i love your videos. When I'm struggling to get a hold of something, i look it up and you pop up and 9 times out of 10 it improves my skating. You explain things so well and go over the important small steps that often are missed. You're so easy to watch and to listen to, it makes a 20 minute video feel like no time at all. Thank you. Plus, you're a beautiful skater and have a wonderful personality ✨️

[@boobae3520]

You're a really good teacher...im gonna be a great skater...eventually!😃

[@ZaylaaHoops]

Great tutorial! Haha, I like the ending. I never noticed the background noise from the games.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I can usually hear the voices coming from the games while filming. Sometimes I have to try really hard not to start laughing!!

[@nostaljiq]

I just love this channel! It's been so helpful to me as I relearn after some major surgeries. I'm a lifelong skater. Got my first pair when I was 5 yrs old. Elementary and middle school I was always at the rink. Some of my funnest kid memories! Once I hit high school I stopped. Didn't pick it back up again until grad school. Got a new pair of skates and everything! My roomate and I would often go. Had a ball! Stopped after grad school. Been out of grad school 15 yrs now and only been skating a handful of times in that time span. I went a few times before the pandemic and was getting back into it until things shut down. From then until now I've had 2 surgeries I had to rehab from. The last one was almost 2 months ago and I've been cleared to slowly get back into my normal physical activities and I'm so excited. I appreciated your comment about motivation and remembering that our bodies are different. Whenever I do glide back into it I always try to give myself some grace. Just gotta enjoy the ride! So glad I found this channel🙌🏾 ❤️🛼

[@toodolaboo]

You're pep talk literally made me cry. I really needed that, thanks Debra

[@louiseg2205]

This is so helpful. Just got back into skating and taught myself to go backwards so this is my next step. Love how confident you are on your skates.

[@michelleiezzi2550]

Can you do a video on proper wheels and skate trucks for dance skating

[@gillythekid73]

I really needed to hear that last bit today! Feeling very demotivated as I watch newbies overtake me (literally) at the rink. I have reinstated my daily drill sessions and hoping to make steady progress this year whilst concentrating on technique trusting that my style will follow!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You got this! Go at your own pace. I do realize that it is difficult when others seem to get things easily. But we are all on our own journey. Let me know how it goes.

[@thelexeffect365]

simply the best teacher in the cyberspace!!! Thanks Debbie 💜💜

[@jasminemaria5351]

Hey your the best!

[@GalaxyGurrl]

Ooooooh. Good, I needed this video!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YEAH!!!!

[@spartandan3014]

You should be a voice actor in a video game. Your tone of voice is inspiring yet comforting

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YES PLEASE 🙏

[@eftjem]

I love how you give different levels of practice and such exact posture instruction. Soooo grateful for all you do!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

My parents taught me and they were sticklers for form. Form had to be exact. I am very grateful for that now.

[@Lady-br3zy]

Just subscribed, I'm so excited to get back into skating.

[@yasutalodin4266]

Hi DDH! Just stumbled onto your channel trying to find something on roller skating for one of my co-workers to watch. I've been skating since the 70s and I gotta admit, you're one of the best teachers I've ever seen discuss skating techniques! Definitely will be pointing her to your channel and subscribing myself. The way my mom taught me to 'take the corner' backwards was first learning how to continuously turn your shoulder, pick up your feet and cross left over right then right over left, pushing off the back foot to keep moving in a straight line and keep going around the turn. It probably helped me to learn my edges and to push off the back food and because I'm from Chicago, you gotta smooth it out. Great video and I'm looking forward to the next one!!

[@truthnfreedomseeker]

Best backwards crossover tutorial on KZbin! Thank you so much Dirty Deborah! I got back into roller skating last year and at first I was super rusty, but I skated every weekend and now I'm better than ever! Like you said, it's a journey. Just stick with it ladies! Put your headphones in and just have fun! You'll get better with practice I promise! OX

[@julezvonjupiter9362]

💗 its been years! and i finally got myself some skates and im starting again at 36 thank you DirtyDebbie!! Thank you

[@helovesandrea3561]

You are sooooooo good!!

[@Koro098]

Debra! Can you teach us around the world or some other dance skate moves?

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Stay tuned for upcoming videos :)

[@amandafloyd5863]

Thank you again. I have improved so much by following your advice to practice and practice. 5 months ago my legs felt like jelly after 15 minutes on skates. And now after scissors, scissors scissors and I am nearly strong enough to do these backwards crossovers. Your passion and knowledge of skating is addictive.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Great job! Proud of you for keeping up your practice!

[@46jdma]

I'm 43!!! First time on quads!!!... very happy !!! I already learn how to do the original!! And the downtown #5 !.....I'm thril!!! That I can do it!!!!still not flowy as I want....but getting there thanks to you!!!! You are so nice!!!!soooooo happy!!! Becouse you teach me how to do it!!!!!thanks 💘💘!!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Yeah!!! Video coming on number 4!

[@faith4693]

I have a question, when I’m trying to backwards skate I lean too far forward and lose my balance. I’m not really sure what I’m doing wrong, but I’m still on the scissors stage of backwards skating, slowly getting better.

[@samiv.2342]

Focus on keeping your weight centered on your feet right in the middle of the square shape of your wheels. When too much pressure goes towards the toes sometimes it can throw you forward. Also, your head+shoulders are the heaviest part of your body, so whichever way they go, that's the direction they'll typically end up pulling you. Personally, when teaching backwards I like to tell people to put their arms out in front and keep an eye on their cool nail polish to help keep your eyes up. Happy skating!! (:

[@amandak1990]

I think I need a tutorial of how to not crash into others while going fast at the rink as they suddenly fall or get in the way😂

[@tammywright6627]

Swerve or jump lol

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Jump!!!!! Lol! Your reaction time will get better and better. I will do a video on some evasive techniques.

[@amandak1990]

Dirty School of Skate thanks!!

[@cdixon2011ify]

It's scary especially when the floor is full of people.

[@psychobratt]

@@Dirtydeborahharry I was always too terrified to jump, too scared I'd land too soon and slam my skates right down on the fallen person or that they'll trip me during my jump if they coincidentally flail around as I'm tryna get over them. 😅

[@Blending_In_The_Crowd]

Omg that Pull My Finger story killed me 😂😂 you're so awesome! Love you!

[@court1872]

Not only do I learn and get more confidence from these videos, but I just feel better about myself in general ~ thank you dirty deborah harry ~

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

awwwww you are so welcome.

[@arethatheblufox1557]

All right, Listen Up!! 😍😁 Yes Deb, I'm listening. Down with the the gut, up with the butt.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thanks for making me laugh! :)

[@tammywardeberhart3891]

No!!!!! it's DOWN with the BUTT, UP with the GUT. 🤪

[@MayasBiggWorld]

Yooooo, 16:01 how in the world?!

[@ayohollaatyaboy]

The encouragement at the end is just pure gold 😮‍💨🙌🏽

[@tracyheath6076]

Thanks Debbie, at 56 and not been on the rink for 35 years, it was a lil scary to get on the floor again for the first time in so long. . I have been back 2 times to the rink. First time I was so nervous mainly because I could not find a pair of skates to fit and my feet were so sore and in pain. So I am buying my own. I like that you emphasize in many of your videos its a life time journey. That is important to grasp and actually a peaceful and exciting concept. Some where some of us got this thing in our head that its just for young folk... not so....

[@Unidentified863]

Love how she can stop on a dime!

[@lilasmith6600]

My 13 year old daughter & I adore your channel. Thank you! 💜💗

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@barborakafkovamusic]

You deserve a "skate up comedy show":)) I love you Deborah!

[@laurendavis771]

I am 49 years old. I haven't really skated since I was about 14. Before that I LIVED on my skates. I always wanted to be able to do crossovers and backwards crossovers and never knew how. I just bought a new pair of skates (Moxi Lolly) with indoor wheels 95a. I'm going to relearn how to skate the basics using these "old" bones. Strengthen my ankles and knees up (and terrible inner thighs). Then I WILL learn how to do this! This backward crossover is my first BIG goal. Thank you for such good instructions! (~she believed she could so she did~)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Welcome back to the incredible world of skating. May you never leave it again.

[@joestrickland5153]

After hours dim the lights and watch u move with the right soundtrack SOOOO SENSUAL!

[@dawndemore196]

Thank you, Dirty, again!!!❤ Perfect instructions!! I loved your motivational speech at the end of this tutorial!! I'm going at my own pace, practicing lots, making progress, and loving every minute of it! Getting back into this amazing sport has done more for me than I can say! Hugs!!!♥️🙏

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You got this!

[@dawndemore196]

@@Dirtydeborahharry thank you!!♥️

[@triplangni2794]

I have loved Dirty Debra and her videos. She is a GEM.

[@nardofd3408]

Thank you so much Debora, for the lessons, for the hints, for the kind words, for everything. You're an angel with "wheels" haha

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Wow, thank you!

[@grandmacoraima1756]

I love how you're uploading more new videos!

[@Creekermama]

The message at the end of this is awesome..Thank you Debbie..I am that lady that you were speaking of..Skating growing up was my favorite..and I didnt do it for 20 years..now 39 and just getting back into it w this body and fear..YIKES..but even at home I strap them on and skate in my kitchen even if it's for 5 mins..I've gone 4 times sense I've been back on 8 wheels and following your instructions I can already tell I'm progressing! Thank you so much for your time and energy! These videos help so much..I will learn to skate like you from you! Goals! 1 day at a time❤❤❤

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Welcome back to skating!!!!!

[@Thesnowbird15]

I joined my local roller derby team and always find myself watching your videos because they are so helpful and entertaining! Thank you!

[@user-zc5ft9nw9b]

Hi Deborah, Just want to thank you for all the tutorials, I have been watching them non stop. I have only been skating now for 3 hours in total, and have pretty much mastered scissors front and switching skating forward to backwards. I have just started trying to skate backwards after the transition. I am sure I wouldnt have progressed this quickly without your tutorials so thank you ✌🤙👋👍 Keep up the good work. Lee(UK)

[@jlitt2917]

dirty, you are always so wise and spot on. i always feel self-conscious when i skate outside in a park or something, and i think people think i look stupid practicing my scissors or cross-pulls or whatever. but one time i overheard a group of women who were watching me and they were actually saying: "oh, that looks like fun but i could never do it, i'd break my neck" and "yeah, me neither, my balance sucks." so you're right, people are just impressed with anyone willing to try skating even if some of us look like baby giraffes. :-)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YES! I am so glad you know this. Skate on my friend.

[@tiffanylee3866]

I was working on this with my husband but I could not wrap my brain around it lol and then I watched this video and it just clicked. Thank you so much, your the best!

[@kellyjones8530]

You have such a natural ability to make things make sense! i'm stuck on having to lift the foot so this practice sequence is going to be so helpful! im trying this tonight! thank you Dirty xxxx

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help!

[@oldmanvlogger9259]

As always, pretty damn good, thanks for the pep talk, needed!

[@k.morrighan-buenafe552]

This was exactly the video I needed to get my head around why it is very counter intuitive for me to do backward crossovers! ...many many thanks!

[@wormymaple99]

Your videos are the best. I love how you really break it all down into simple steps and explain exactly where your weight should be on each foot. Thank you!!!

[@Carlotcarmel]

I'm newly subscribed to your channel because a younger friend of mine convinced me to buy some skates and start practicing. I was so excited so I ordered a pair but when they came., I could barely stand up on them. I love what you said at the end of this video. I'm 48 years old and you've just encouraged me to keep trying. Now I'm binge watching everything! Thank you so much for your videos. They really do help and inspire people who want to skate again! ❤❤❤

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

yeah!!!!!

[@lagwagonneverstops]

Thanks this has helped. I now know I need to get comfortable backwards 1 foot gliding as that’s where I stumble when trying to do these 😊

[@AlphaOmega_1111]

I used to skate at that same rink! This by far is the BEST video on backward skating. It all makes sense! Namaste 🙏

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Namaste :)

[@r_s_n]

I ate up the entire video. Deborah you make me feel so great about skating. Thank you for being yourself.

[@4isahappyfamily]

Thank you thank you thank you. I really needed the motivational speech. I’m 45 and starting to skate again after 35 years. My city doesn’t have a roller rink and I’m sneaking onto tennis courts when the weather is okay. I feel alone in my endeavor, and as a mom who manages 2 kids and works full time, it’s hard to get my skates every day. I will practice when I can and I will try to keep the expectations of myself in reality. Thank you so much!!!!!

[@krystinlauren7906]

Real tears from that motivational talk at the end. Really needed that. Thanks

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You are so welcome. I am just telling the truth as I have experienced it. Keep rolling!!!

[@FWAbySusanAlley]

Oh my goodness, I love you,, lol. I found you when trying to turn and skate backwards. I AM the person you talked about in this video. I am 51, back at it after not roller skating since 7th grade but am having so much fun. I take a technique, practice and then add on. Of course I wish I was fantastic but am having a blast while working to improve. 😁😁 in my Suregrip pink holographic skates!!!

[@icguajardo9121]

I wanted to do something for cardio and build leg muscle, that’s right roller skating. I subscribed to Dirty roller skating, because you’ve been doing this longer than anybody else, plus you actually own and teach people to skate. I did my first 25 minutes, it was exciting and scary at the same time. I actually used a timer, it helped. I’m doing for no other reason but to get into shape. This was Mother’s Day gift to myself! Thanks Debra you are the best skate coach ever! I’ll keep you posted as I progress.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy Mother's Day to you! Welcome to the wonderful world of skating :) Can't wait to see your progress.

[@micheleosmakaesthetics2646]

Thank you….. you are my trainer from now on 🎉

[@phoenixbird5674]

These videos are so helpful, you explain things so well. Can't wait for some jam skating tutorials.