How to Backward Skate Into a Pivot Spin

Dirty Deborah Harry teaches you how to roller skate backward into a pivot spin. This roller skating tutorial goes over proper technique in regards to how to do an transition, how to use outside edges, how to do front crosses and how to spin on roller skates. Check out Dirty's backward roller skating playlist as well as her spinning and turning playlist for more help.
Video production: Adria McDonald @rollielocks / Music - / creativedifferences
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[@tebu7470]

How many of ya'll have fantasized about sneaking into your local rink? 😫

[@LaLavender25]

Biggest rink I've ever seen! I'm jelly!!!

[@onenonlysarahd5158]

Oh so many times 🤣

[@bloss6277]

me who doesn’t have a skating rink near me:

[@lunarookwood1326]

All the time!

[@divaglamnails9075]

Am I the only one that absolutely loves her. She explains everything so well and she’s funny as hell.

[@kplicanic]

Definitely not the only one who thinks she's great. I'm so grateful each and every time I hit "play!" :)

[@djhoremans3365]

It might just be the outfit or your pivots, but how is it you are looking finer during a pandemic ?!? #inspiring

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

OMG! Thank you. I am just like everyone else... trying to keep it all together. My nails are seeing the worst of it! LOL!

[@stoneymack9029]

@@Dirtydeborahharry these tutorials are amazing! Gonna have to make a trip down. Do you guys have Sunday adult nights?

[@dailyadri1060]

I’ve made so much progress watching these videos during lockdown. The first thing I’m going to do is hit the rink when this is over

[@BrownBoneBarbie]

Yesssssssssssssssssss me too!

[@sandravanklinken2653]

The way you ended with ' i can backwards skate into a pivot spin' woman that was all the motivation i needed thank yew

[@oldhag287]

10:50 - for my own reference for study purposes! :-) Thanks Deb! 12:36 14:07

[@tommyoneal3412]

Dang Dirty...I could watch you skate over and over, You just make it look soooooo easy

[@gwenythjpw]

“my happiness area” 😂 I’m deaddd. I hope you will make a dribble tutorial soon! Thank you ❤️

[@orioneb1795]

I am not a native English speaker, but the best instructor. Nice and very good.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Wow, thank you!

[@iriskaiden]

jam plug fan here! and i love pivot spinning. 🥰!!

[@briannawest7620]

I'm so excited to try this! This is what I need to spruce up my backwards skating!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Have fun practicing :)

[@DjkatanaGirl219]

Definitely an amazing teacher!!! So easily understood!! Started skating at the age of 3 & used to be a professional speed skater years ago, now I can’t skate to save my life if I had to, lol. Don’t know what happened, def not like riding a bike where ya just pick it back up. I wanna skate again so bad & be able teach my daughter, but scared to fall due to a back injury. Was so much easier as a kid, lol.

[@kaleema1987]

I had so much anxiety yesterday I didn’t even finish skating 🤣🤣 nonetheless I will keep going so I can learn to backward skate and pivot successfully❤ thank you so much Deb!

[@galakari]

You are so worthy, my dear! Love and light from Norway!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you! You too!

[@cherriezontop567]

YOU'RE AN EXCELLENT TEACHER DEB!!!!💯 I GOT MY SKATES TODAY!!!!😃😎🌴THANKS FOR THE LESSON!!!💖

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you very much. I really appreciate your comment.

[@kplicanic]

Can't wait to try this!

[@aislingcullenful]

Thanks Dirty you're such an unbelievable teacher! I took up skating and everything I've learned has been thanks to you x

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help!

[@KittyToKaren]

The best tutorials. I’ve been trying to do a pivot spin for a while but kept getting “stuck” - your advice totally unlocked it for me! Starting by skating backward was sooo helpful, the momentum really helps me get around. Then - the advice about weight on your inside back edge is EVERYTHING! It’s impossible to tell from other tutorials I’ve seen that your body weight is not supposed to be on your toe stop. Thanks, Dirty ❤️

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh I am so glad it worked for you!!!!

[@LilithAstaroth69]

"My happiness area". Whahahaha... I love it!

[@MsEUPHORIA1]

I wish i could cross over like that😔

[@ShannanSinclair]

You’re the best instructor on KZbin. The details and breaking it down and just the most fun sense of humor. As soon as you reopen I am making a field trip from NorCal to come skate at FV

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate this comment. Please come to the rink!

[@kimbertrand6267]

Fantastic vid Dirty!! I love your instruction-style and how "real" you keep it! I feel I'm at a pivotal point in my skating journey (no pun intended) with learning this! And yes! That feeling when you finally nail down a new move is euphoric!! I'm lacing up now Dirty!!! Love ya Girl!! 🤘

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Go for it! I love it!!!!!!!!

[@sarahonwheels2125]

You're a fantastic instructor. I love how you break everything down, knowing where people might get stuck, or the mindset they most likely have at that moment. I really enjoy your videos, thank you!!

[@allieaylott9396]

You are simply the best!!! Your videos have reignited my love for skating and have been keeping me positive and occupied through isolation!! Lots of love from London!:)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I'm so glad!

[@jenniferloder5734]

Watching this video made everything about transitioning into skating backwards click! Thank you so much!! Can’t wait to try the spin with the tips you gave!!

[@jansipennem7344]

I'm first comment and like but 3rd viewer. Deborah I know it's hard to learn to skate but even more harder for me😔. But I can skate, if I believe in myself ✍️✍️ Thanks for teaching me kids roller skate part 1. Please also put a part 2. Thanks for your help and everything. I'm 10 and a half years old and I'm gonna be 11 on 6th of July ❤️

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

oh I am so excited for you to be skating!!! I will definitely do a part 2!!! Thank you so much for commenting and have fun skating :)

[@jansipennem7344]

@@Dirtydeborahharry Thank you

[@silby77]

You can do it!! Practice makes perfect! My daughter is 9 and I am 42 (43 on the 4th of July!) and we started skating in March and we are both improving every day! Getting knee pads helped my confidence because now I'm not as afraid of falling. But trust me...you will get it! One day something just clicks!! Keep practicing and you will get there!!❤️

[@jansipennem7344]

@@silby77 thanks

[@linz4198]

Gonna practice this today. I found a quiet street in Cal Heights to skate. I like to practice to music so I can get into a rhythm. I actually learn a lot from the montages you post of our skater friends whom have sent home videos. So thanks to those skaters too. What if you did a follow-up quiz segment... like "Where is my weight if I want to perform a right spin?" Or "how do we pick up our boot? : with the hip, the foot or your right eyebrow?" LOL. Just to make sure we ARE learning the mechanics. Just like in any sport, the mechanics are so important. I love your real booty "Drop it like it's hot" I can't wait til this lockdown is over so I can skate for reals at your Rink

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I love your ideas!!!

[@robinpiller2]

Very helpful. Now I just have to try!

[@paulathomson3534]

I can't wait to try this on my next skate..👌🏽 thank you!!!💖

[@MrTenkara]

Thanks! This looks like a tighter version of a back to front spin called a snap around that I have been struggling with. Looking forward to trying it with your advice 😊

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Right on! Have fun!

[@avarose833]

omg, you are so inspiring! I'm getting my skates on Monday, can't wait!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Have fun!

[@AbigailKwan]

I love your energy you're the best

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much!!

[@maryfranck2780]

Thanks! Amazingly helpful, as always!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help!

[@SquishyPugz]

Hey deb! I bought my first pair of skates the other day and have been trying to learn recently and so far your videos are helping me so much! I learned to stride in 2 days just by watching your videos. Thank you so much deb! 💕

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Great job! I am so happy to read this!

[@19mychaellee71]

My favorite backward skate teacher. One of my favorite weirdos in general, I think. I'm loving all this outdoor skating but this really really really makes me miss those smooth air-conditioned wood floors. When restrictions lift I might have to roll over to Fountain Valley...do you have a Geezer Night? Also... 9:39 damn! Nice rides!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much. I miss the rink a lot too!! We have a variety of sessions. YOu can also come in the morning :) Tell me what you are looking for in a session and I can advise :)

[@douglashoffjr1362]

Down with your butt, up with your gut. That's the key. Thanks. Great teacher

[@nativekesh]

My toe stop gets loose when I do this even one time, any tips?❤️

[@elainekomara8555]

What kind of skates do you recommend to buy. I am on a budget of less than 100 dollars. Are Roller Derby skates good? I would like to start skating outside.. I am 54 years old and you’ve inspired me to give it a try! I love the way you teach.

[@TianaCoats]

I just got my skates today. I did pretty good thanks to your videos!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

That is awesome!

[@katelanchbury4848]

Dammit Dirty Debs, I'm getting my (similarly big) ass over to you for a lesson when this lockdown is over. Just love your teaching style, makes me smile. In the meantime I'm going practice in my tiddly small kitchen 😁 Love ya 😘 xx

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Yes! Let's do it.

[@katelanchbury4848]

@@Dirtydeborahharry ❤

[@kplicanic]

OMG-I cracked it!!!! Whooo hooo! Somehow I missed the part where you said the back foot is on the inside edge but I was so determined to get it, that I figured it out! Which means serious progress because-I worked it out in my own head. Yeahhhhhhhh! THANK YOU!

[@CM1202x]

Thank you for the videos, very helpful. I watch a few roller skating channels and try to get different advice ( all is good) and you always explain well. I am trying to learn myself now and have been practicing outside.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Great to hear!

[@alisonhart7645]

Hi...writing all the way from Australia. Would love to see a smooth back to front transition that keeps my skates on the ground if possible. I'm confident stepping around in a Mohawk but it never looks smoooooth. Ta!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Check out my "footwork" and "spinning & turning" playlist. I have lots of vids on this topic.

[@alisonhart7645]

@@Dirtydeborahharry Thanks!

[@TheAlalicious]

Mistress Dirty, may I please beg a favor of you? Would it be possible to occasionally get a view of what you're doing from behind? Sometimes, especially with footwork stuff, it's easier for me to follow along when it's not mirror imaged. No biggie tho 🥰

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Yes. I have had this request before and have neglected to do it. I will be more diligent in the future.

[@TheAlalicious]

@@Dirtydeborahharry you're the best!

[@tracyheath6076]

I envy you that you got that there big ole rink to skate on........someday...... well be back on the floor.......

[@only1dwill]

I did it! I did it! I did it! Day 1 was amazing! Adding my edge, + putting less weight on my toe foot was golden for me! 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Thank You Dirtyyyy!!! 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

[@berlindamaxwell5614]

I know you tried of me dirty but what is a good remedy for me to keep my head up,back straight that would always in my mind like bent mness

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Hold your core area tight and keep your gaze forward on something off in the distance.

[@barbergang8630]

@dirtySchoolOfSkate….You look great in those camp jeans by the way….you look delicious period…..I can tell you take great care of yourself….I LOVE IT

[@craftyfatalist7029]

This is one of the best videos you’ve done yet! The way you’ve slowed everything down and explained and emphasized each tiny movement helps so much!! Thank you for all you do!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching :)

[@Candisebivens]

I was skating Saturday morning and I overheard someone referencing your channel. I thought to myself I been watching herrrrr 💯✊🏽🤣

[@cedricwebb5576]

Dirty,,,,you are that girl!!!!❤❤❤. I love your videos and attitude honey. Stay on the scene young lady. God bless

[@lesliesanker381]

"Just grabbin that big toe and just saying GO!" Yasssssss! Miss my skates and our local rink. But I'm excited to ice skate at Kings Dominion Winterfest soon. Gonna check out figure skating pivots

[@invalidrequest]

I have to watch this video several times because I get mezmerized, but you're really nice to look at. Also thanks for your heart and your teaching. Lots of love. much much.

[@alistairkok]

Thank you for this awesome video! I've always had so much trouble with backward spins, and you finally helped me solve the problem by dropping my toe close to the side of the back truck of the other skate and keeping things close! How do keep the spin going for additional revolutions? I'm finding myself transitioning to the toe stop of the other foot/skate after the first rotation and turning it into a forward spin on the other foot. Stopping the backwards momentum on the entrance and turning it into centrifugal motion of a centered spin is the scariest part!

[@lisaharrison1856]

Whoops sorry Deborah went to hit the share button and hit the dislike button in error 😫 didn’t mean to, I LOVE your videos, chuckled along at at your references to the snack area and fun zone, and have learnt so much in the last couple of years, thank you 💖

[@MsElegantChick]

2023.…I need this video...Thank you

[@ashleykbarks]

Whoooo. I'm going to the rink today after practicing at the tennis courts so I'll give this a go while I'm there!

[@jaimereis285]

I liked very much listen you about spin. Yes is very interesting, I need to do.

[@gracerobinson7453]

Thank you for the video’s🌼💕⭐️

[@kimberlythomas2296]

You are an amazing fun teacher, we love ❤️ you keep teaching!

[@rachel-iu4dc]

thanks for another great video. hope you have some fun skating today.

[@evespower1]

I love this channel so much ! Thank you Debra

[@gsantini8518]

Love it! Had to watch a few times but you explain it perfectly. I agree you are looking very cute👍💖😘

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@henkychen]

bery good tutorial, thanks 🤗

[@osaze61]

Extremely helpful....The Science

[@stoneymack9029]

Miss Skate junction days in Covina.

[@madcat61207]

You're gorgeous madam and lots of love

[@maytmdmrw]

Such an amazing coach, I skate on ice and it’s really helped, trying in-lines just now and this is so helpful, thank you 😊

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help!

[@sstatic6093]

do have a turtorial on Heel and Toe Pivot Turns

[@rosanephoenix7161]

Amazing, Debby! Thanks for sharing! I’ll tag you 🥰🥰🥰🥰🙌🏼😍😘🤩💋

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Been watching you improve!!!!

[@paularnold3315]

Nice but your balance looks off. If you even up your finger nail length, it should fix the problem. Just kidding. Miss our Saturday class.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

hahahhahahah! Right???!! I have quarantine nails!!!

[@MommaLlama-rq6tf]

She is absolutely my soul Sister!

[@kenkrauklis765]

Dirty D, you are a great teacher. You make it easily understandable. Love your vids.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I appreciate that!

[@toppesto8904]

Hips, toes, butts, and guts!! You really spoke to me today, Dirty! Thank you!!! 🥰

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

hahhahaha! I love it!

[@CrazyCow500]

the charisma is really off the charts

[@JaimeReis40]

Dance in Skaters is very nice.

[@jessicaandrews8620]

Just a quick note that terminology is changing from calling that style front to back transition a 'mohawk' to a 180 transition (maybe there's an even better term lol). Part cultural shift, part better description of the move. Full respect though, Dirty Deb. I recommend your videos all the time & have learned lots myself :)

[@SensationallySilky]

How do I always manage to find the lesson I need EXACTLY when I'm working on something new.... girl you are MAGIC!

[@jamalshyheim4745]

Dirty Deb is the GOAT…. You have been helping me sooo much !

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help!

[@pristinechristine5]

🛼thank you!

[@ct3pfd817]

Smooth deb👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼

[@LolaElenaDisco]

You look especially pretty in this one!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awww thank you because you KNOW I am thinking "Jesus ... I hope I look decent in this one" ... for real ... filming can make you very aware of your flaws.

[@LolaElenaDisco]

@@Dirtydeborahharry awwwww girl I know all about that!!! I hate the way my mouth looks when I'm talking on video!!! Haha!! But your enthusiasm is great, your teaching is so detailed, and I love how many videos you have!!!! I spent 15 minutes last night doing scissors, wow at first I could barely get back up!!!! But then I had to stop because of shooting pain from the bottom of my feet!!! They aren't used to balancing my weight in so many different ways!! So I need to start stretching and building up strength in my legs and flexibility in my arches!!

[@tanhpham3924]

Follow-up tutorial would be "Back-2-front" (a smooth transition) using pivot spin (or half a spin to be exact?), DDH :D

[@retrorollersinc.9333]

Dirty, you give great instructions. Thank you for your time and wealth of knowledge! xx (virtual) Elaine

[@Bohmani]

Oh DD you are my favorite! Not only do I learn wicked fast from watching you, I'm also laughing my snack area off each video haha! You are so entertaining and such a joy! Can't wait to get back to Cali and come get a skate in!!

[@brugh6619]

Can you please do some tutorial on hard tricks

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Sure. What are you looking for?

[@strangemagick8903]

Go go Gadget Insta- click!!!! Not on this level...yet. 😉🤗😉 But I watch to try!

[@jaimereis285]

I really liked to hear you talk about the spin, the method of riding in vehicles. I will try one of these days. These classes of yours have helped me a lot in my evolution. 

[@harrycastellanos8952]

Se ven bien cómodos esos patines que marca son pará buscarlos son de cuero o es material cintetico y tienen doble pantilla de gel..? Feliz día y buena vibra amiga suerte éxitos en todo lo que haga hoy :) 🍓🍄🌻🌼🌺👽😊🍒❤💛💚👌 no salga de su casa...!

[@korichamberlain]

3:40 transition

[@DaLilVivi96]

Amazing!

[@jaimereis285]

How do I gain balance backwards? Can you send me the link?

[@jaimereis285]

Thank you your hard to me.

[@jaimereis285]

Thank you from your heart to me.

[@youknow6607]

Thank you!

[@paulanascimento7632]

So right !!!!

[@jenna6556]

i not tryna be mean but may you please do less talking and more skating :/

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

When the student is ready, the teacher appears. I may not be the right teacher for you. Some people learn more by watching people skate. I tend to talk technical details as well as the mental and emotional aspects of skating. There are straight forward "watch-no talk" tutorials out there though. Just do a little search.

[@jenna6556]

Dirty School of Skate thank you! but i still love what you teach us

[@paulanascimento7632]

I dream of skating on a wooden basketball court lol

[@tracyheath6076]

Yes Mam, I want more drama in my backwards skating !!!!

[@mariselamuniz4226]

Can this be done with jam stoppers?

[@WildSweetRose413]

I am so thankful for all you do and teach!! ❤️ you’re my skate mom

[@American_Made]

This will be my home work this week.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You got this!

[@JoJoMaMa_]

Best teacher!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Glad you think so!