Roller Skating Practice - Session #1 - 15 minutes

@dirtydeborahharry leads you through roller skating practice that includes skills from balance to backward. First in a series of practice videos. Need skates? wickedskatewear.com If you find this video of value, please consider supporting our channel through a donation of any amount via Venmo @dirtydeborahharry.
DSOS Crew:
Video production: @rollielocks
Art/Logos/Fliers: @xanadoom31
Music: @creativedifferencesofficial / creativedifferences
Venue: @fvskatingcenter
Boot: Riedell 297 (hand-painted)
Plates: Snyder Advantage by Sure Grip
Wheels: Sure Grip Velvet
Bearings: Qube 8- ball by Sure Grip
Toe Stops: Sure Grip Web
#howtorollerskate #rollerskatepractice #rollerrinks

[@saideejoileensolano1050]

I’m a newbie so I’ve been watching roller skating tutorials and recently became a subscriber. This past Saturday I was roller skating at the beach, I finally made it to some basketball courts where some girls where skating so I decided to sit on a curb and watch. After a while I noticed this one girl who was skating literally like a pro me and my bf were watching in admiration lol, then the girl came up to me and encouraged me to go skate with them & it was freakin Dirty Deborah herself!! 😭 I was too shy to go skate with them cause I’m such a newbie lol I was embarrassed but honestly her approaching me totally made my day 💖 what a genuine thing to do, so Deborah if you read this I just wanna say thank you!

[@TheNormalOddball]

Oh my gosh what luck! That must have been so fun

[@saideejoileensolano1050]

@@TheNormalOddball Yeah I definitely did feel lucky 😁 it was a nice experience

[@wick68]

aw, this is so cute!

[@christinajohnson6026]

never be embarrassed of learning something new :)

[@NekoPurrPurr]

Awwww great encounter. I would be so star struck I'll haveI jelly legs with or without skates.

[@heatherrua21]

Time stamps 💖 BALANCE ISOLATIONS Rocking 1:15 One leg balance 3:40 Knees inward balance 4:33 Turning 5:40 💖 SKATE REPETITIONS Stopping forwards and backwards 7:25 Bubbles forwards and backwards 10:45 Skating in a circle 13:35 💖

[@MsDangerousCupcake]

thank you!

[@smithberry66]

Thank you

[@TheBug300]

Thanking you

[@sabaghjacobs2199]

Thank you❤

[@laniharmon9919]

Did a practice session where I focused on keeping my knees bent and snack area tight and found new muscles.

[@songlyon7795]

lololololol

[@erifa3250]

look optimistically to the future is my new mantra

[@candychelle]

I am one of those who didn’t know what to practice in my house (until I get some protective gear) so I would just go back and forth from my front to back doors, lol 😅 I think you were thinking of me when you made this! It’ll be my daily “skate workout” video, ha! Mind you, I JUST turned 40, been married almost 19 years and have 7 children... I’ve never successfully skated before in my life and I want to learn so me and hubby can skate together! He watches your vids with me and he’s excited for me to learn 😊 Bought me skates for my bday 🥰 Thanks for what you do! Much love from Mississippi 😉

[@galakari]

Kudos to you Candace! I used to skate way back when I was around 18 years old. That is 38 years ago! I starded skating again last summer! And I can tell you; skating is not like riding a bike! My body did not have that muscle memory you have after biking several years... This was like starting from the beginning again! And then we have winter... Lot's of snow and nowhere to skate except inside my tiny house... My biggest space give me room for about three strides... I wish I had someone to skate with though! Good luck on your skating journey! Love and light from Norway!

[@candychelle]

@@galakari you’re kind! Thank you for the well wishes!! Looking forward to learning! 😅

[@elisacarolinaa]

So nice to see you are learning! I am 35 and never skated before, also. Good luck!

[@thehannahregina]

I'm 46...always wanted to learn but never did. I finally bought skates a few weeks ago. We can do this

[@candychelle]

@@elisacarolinaa thank you!

[@floridamusings5244]

“Don’t look down and push, push!” Words to live by in life, skates or no skates! And who was the ass clown that “disliked”?!!!!

[@sheshefaxio5697]

I'm a newbie and am soaking up all the videos. I'm 66 and don't want to hurt myself. A helmet and pads are a must for me. You've touched on so many issues...like what will others think, fear, embarrassment and it has helped me know my feelings are pretty common. Practice, practice! High beams up, fun zone down. That's my mantra. Thank you so much.

[@royaltmua7021]

I think another video that would be helpful is a recovery video. Like things to do after your done skating to help with soreness and tightness in the legs

[@autumnburton2091]

After any exercise you need to stretch!

[@niahpierre]

walking backwards on an incline (i use my treadmill) for 5-10 minutes. emphasis on walking until you can build up speed

[@fancyskater1636]

epsom salt baths helps too

[@justagirl2718]

I love your energy, whenever i consider giving up i suddenly remember your *SNACK AREA TIGHT!* aaaand goodbye negativity, imma try even harder! 😇

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh that is incredible!

[@elisacarolinaa]

Yeah, I watched a lot of videos before coming here. I loved how she knows the technical stuff and make us comfortable at the same time. I like to think about the snack area (tight), as you said, goodbye negativity!

[@evaarizona1184]

I started practicing in my garage, fear, pads, stick, and all. I kept repeating, 'Dirty said practice 10/15 minutes a day'. After the first 2 days, I have been practicing an hour a day, no more stick. I can see the improvement in just one week! Thank you for these videos.

[@Wannaloom]

Stick? Do tell…. Cause I’m needing all the help I can muster!

[@yupitsbee]

Thank you Deb! I struggled through this video, but by the second watch things were a bit easier. I know this is an old one, but these practices sessions are already making a huge difference for a newbie like me ❤

[@becklaneartist]

For the first time in my LIFE, I went to a safe public space last night & skated! Although I was unsteady, I had your voice & lessons running thru my head...."fun zone down, arms out!". Tonight, I'll bring my iPad so I can play lessons while I practice.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

YEah! Congratulations!!!!

[@monicasimone1173]

Her voice stays in my head too 😂 up with the gut, down with the butt

[@becklaneartist]

@@monicasimone1173 I feel so fortunate to have found her

[@yvette-marielerma7433]

Thank you for your loving dedication to this sport! Your lessons are invaluable to all us newbies trying to find our flow. Much, much appreciated!!! 💝

[@jasminapiskulic5296]

i love it how you make "sure grip rollerskates" sound like "sugar rollerskates" 😁

[@akilah.X]

I thought so too!!

[@twinkytobar7509]

Mee too, I was until I read the image that I realized it wasn't sugar but sure!!

[@lisajaws8514]

Thanks for this Dirty Deborah!! Watching this video just dusted off all of those cobwebs from derby practices 10 years back and a hundred pounds ago. But you know what? Because of you, I dusted off my old 265s and ordered some new bearings to put into my Route 70s that I never used--and you bet I'm gonna go get my snacks tight and pick a cheek! You're a rockstar!! LET'S ROLLLLLL!!!!

[@EDBailley]

Your so awesome Dirty Debbie, I'm so excited to say I'm able to skate some without my stroller YEAH!!! I'm getting there slowly but surely!

[@auramora]

You are seriously a terrific teacher! Thank you very much for helping us ✨

[@imjustdoingmybest6236]

This is for me. I got my skates a few days ago and I didn't know what to do while also trying to do all of the things. 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@MostlyMentha]

This is now my go-to video for getting my posture and balance correct for once and hopefully finally feel somewhat comfortable on my skates. It’s been a while, so now, at 42, I’m starting all over again. Thank you for your awesome lessons!

[@Rositasparks]

Thank you for these lessons and encouragement! It had been about 20 years since I put on a pair of skates and you’ve helped me to skate with confidence. You have such a gift and you are fun to watch!💕🛼

[@DKrier]

Down with the butt, up with the gut is my new mantra. 🙌🤣 Super helpful video!

[@raechellie]

I don't know why but when she did that final spin, I fell in love.

[@shimmypolkaroo]

Thank you, Deborah! This is really good. I hadn't realized I was missing out on doing the one foot balance practicing and turning on the spot. 15 minutes is the perfect amount of time too!! 🥰🥰

[@MissE832]

This is the BEST video on practicing! You can never practice the fundamentals too much.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

AMEN.

[@siobhandeguerin9221]

Love it! Why do I feel like I just had leg day at the gym, just from watching my legs are burning, lol. Excellent as always. This is for sure a go to for a refresher for those of us just returning to skating. Thanks for the quick and dirty, Deb!

[@ninasmith108]

Dirty this is absolutely wonderful! This is something I will start doing every time ❤ Thank you!

[@Ur2ez4me81]

I miss roller skating so much!

[@laurdunf]

Very excited for this series. This is perfect. I hope we get more of these! Thanks for so much free content!

[@HarmonyYogaGVT]

Just getting back into skating as an adult (45F). I skated as a kid, but was not actually taught. So hubby and I are taking lessons at the local rink and your videos are such a big help. This what to practice video is ssssooooo helpful. Thank you for your videos and sharing your knowledge.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh I'm so excited for you too. You were going to have such a great adventure learning together.

[@tasharondeau4564]

I bloody love these videos I am very much a beginner at the ripe age of 33 and videos like this have been my saving grace. I recommend your videos to everyone and always end up smiling when watching them!! Thank you x

[@michelebrewster7375]

This is so perfect! Please do more of these!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I will. Filming the next one this Friday night!

[@galakari]

Good little practice session there, Debs! I do not have room for more than two bubles either way... I can just skate back and forth. I do not have room for a circle - not even a small one... lol But I do love watching you doing circles though - and dreaming about having that fabulous floor of yours!!! Love and light from Norway!

[@missedith6283]

Every time I see you do a spin I expect Wonder Woman to appear😉(though you are a Wonder Woman with all your amazing tutorials). Watching you skate is mesmerizing. I am learning so much. I am hoping I will be ready when my local rink reopens.

[@TheDon123455]

This is awesome, can't wait to try it today, will probably do this everyday, your awesome, don't stop doing videos......please 😀

[@royaltmua7021]

This video is so helpful to a newbie like me! Thank you! Can’t wait for more!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You are so welcome!

[@elisacarolinaa]

Thank you for these exercises! I was postponing learning because of how horrific pandemics are where I live, and I have small space. But now I know I can practice at home, so, out of excuses!

[@alovesupreme8603]

Fun zone down!! Lol!!! love💕💕💕 your coaching style! Your humor is just joyfilled and super cool!! You make learning FUN!! And understandable! Stellar!!!! I truly LIVED at Rollertown Skating Rink, Camillus, NY in the 1970’s-80’s ( near Syracuse , NY) we were known as the “Rollertown Rowdies!” Lol spandex pants n all!! To date one of my most memorable chapters in my life thus far! Rollertown unfortunately is now a Walmart mega store parking lot now :( However in the town I’m currently in ... Heading to the local rink this wknd FINALLY since all this hullabaloo with the 🦠!! Your coaching is most excellent “SkaterPrincess 👸 Goddess Divine!!” Love your sense of humor and detailed step by step guidance! Have RV , will be making the cross country trek to your magical rink!!! Keep on keepin on Skaterlicious Dirty Deborah Mama!! ✨✨✨✌️🏆🥇☮️💗

[@shadow-wulf]

Im returning to skating after decades of being away, I skated every day through my teens, moved to roller blades in my 20s. Then life got busy, then a brain tumor and surgery took my balance center from one ear. I've decided that with a ton of protective gear and your vids and tons of practice I'll get back to it!

[@tankotee9755]

Good practice session with a variety of different moves. At the moment I'm getting better at going forward. I hope to get better at spinning, going backwards and more.

[@c.8535]

Literally such a great teacher!

[@kirstymealing3690]

These videos are brilliant for learning in my kitchen 🤣 I'm feeling so dense though, have no idea how you're going backwards, I just keep staying still/slipping 🤣 Gonna keep practicing though, I'm determined. You're ace, thank you so much for helping this beginner in her journey!

[@mayiakashmurr3000]

I love this so much!!!

[@sophiadavis9552]

Love your videos! I feel like I am really in class with you. You personality is so much fun. Helped me a learn a lot with practice! Drill it 'till you kill it! Keep em coming!

[@eringarrett3814]

Love this! Thank you!!

[@pktdbgnzwl]

Haven't skated in about 25 years . Have Fallin a lot ouch and boy it gets scary. But you're so RIGHT about turning my head makes such a MAJOR difference ! And every sport I've ever done says turn your head the direction and looking where you want to go is always a fundamental ! Applied it to skating as you suggested and wow helps a lot. Still shaky but hope to take lessons after covid-19. 😍

[@hadleymanmusic]

Yaaaay I need all the practice!!

[@meandjen]

Loved this ❤️

[@ajanique6832]

Loved this thank you!

[@SanderJansen1]

This is perfect!! Thanks!!

[@hannahroznowski]

I love this thank you! I can't wait for the rest!

[@bobbiquigley7351]

Awesome!

[@kapushthethird]

I LOVE IT!!! Thanks a lot!!!

[@Mel-mw6ww]

This is awesome !

[@mariescoco]

Miss D - Fantastic idea for skate practices. Good for all levels! Largely because of your vids I have been doing backward crossovers and nailing it! Takes dedication and practice. Thank you so much!

[@oliviadanubio9196]

You’re so wonderful and helpful!!!

[@twiggee6]

Love your energy. Awesome videos!

[@alisonsmith4143]

Great session, thanks!!!

[@watashiwatemtaro]

Thank you so much. This is awesome ❤️

[@lucyii]

You’re amazing !!!

[@ShibblyWibbly]

I love drills ! Thanks Deb !

[@lauraramirez-angel5506]

This is exactly what I needed, thank you! I can't wait for the next videos!

[@lrblum]

This was so helpful!

[@thatssojasmine.]

Just what I needed. Please do more of these!!

[@Dannniiiiiiiii]

Brilliant! This is perfect for me. Cant wait to accomplish these. Much luv from London, Uk 🇬🇧💃🏾

[@relixur4095]

Best video I've seen. Thanks

[@antoinettepierce3330]

Thank you Dirty💜

[@lavellaeve]

I would love another video in this series!

[@karen4you]

You really have the most instructional videos on YT. I've watched others and they were no hope at all.

[@astridprz93]

Your videos are very helpful !!

[@emilyandre4620]

Thank you so much for the amazing videos! You've helped me so much!

[@malyiahstone7463]

Perfect timing my beach bunnies come in tomorrow😆

[@charlesbrown3248]

Love your videos

[@christinehaslam9480]

Awesome practice!!!

[@violetryder3463]

As a newbie Dirty’s content is the best I’ve found :)

[@LarimaBeyondBorders]

This is much appreciated. Thank you 💕🛼

[@annnissedamefatale]

Thank you Deborah for this video! So helpful!

[@MinisterJaiB]

Thank you for this practice session🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@ADM651]

Thank you!! Looking forward to practicing this week.

[@AbigailKwan]

Yes! Love this type of video. Give me things to do to practise!

[@nicolelee2205]

Excellent advice thanks. I love the basic spin method especially.

[@lolamonstermakeup]

i'm going to try this before work tonight!!!! Thank u so much!!

[@sandyphillips1272]

Debbie! you are the absolute best! Love the vids!

[@ib96crayons]

Thank Deborah for today’s practice

[@karenshelton932]

You are great! Excellent teacher. K

[@ShawnonSkates]

I like this a lot! Thanks, Dirty👍🏾

[@cubs2338]

OMG! This is so exciting! Thank you for putting this together. 🥰

[@Coco_on_paws100]

LOVE you!! All the way from Vancouver BC. So grateful for your lessons.

[@AshA-mw3xl]

Diiirrrttyyyy!!! You've gone done it again! :-D you always give me So Much Hope!! Thank you So Much!!! All of your videos, especially beginner ones, are absolutely priceless!! Muah!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You are so welcome!

[@jaimereis285]

Dirty thank you so much this classroom.

[@barbarahawkins1638]

Love how you go through everything thank you and I'm really on my way

[@lisanwalling]

OMG this is exactly what I needed to practice in a small space!!

[@vyvein]

I have to say... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!!!!❤️

[@lovinglife2232]

This video is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much 💓

[@t0ast_164]

I just ordered some skates and I’m so excited! I will use all of these videos!

[@DawnSmithaanddinsurance]

Thank you so much

[@jaimereis285]

Thank you this moment Déborah, when I saw you going rolling skaters.

[@Aldtarot1]

Hear your voice when I practice not looking down and keeping my snack area tight...very effective!!!

[@tashabeasley4816]

This was awesome. Thank you so much I feel 100% more confident just doing this routine for a few times every day xx

[@minilana470]

Fantastic deb 😍😍😍

[@amandafloyd5863]

I love this practice routine. You can feel the difference in edging, muscle strength and agility. Thank you thank you.