How To Skateboard For Adults Tutorial

This is my complete tutorial of how to skate for adults. Its important because adults have different circumstances when learning and this video deals with all the things that will make learning a little safer. It took me over a month to put this together and its over twenty minutes long so buckle up and hang on.
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[@doomtheblackcat2237]

This is great, and as a 53yo woman, I really appreciate the shout out for women skaters! Your style of teaching is really great.

[@Raychristofer]

Aww thanks, you know lately I've been watching more KZbin vids with great women skaters and I just see how they sometimes go through unnecessary foolishness just because theyre female and I learned a lot from that. Thanks for taking the time to watch this, glad it was helpful

[@ettnollbajen9945]

Where i live,Malmö sweden,we have loads of really good skateparks,lots of the architecture being built is skater friendly,old skaters are now calling the shots in the city when it comes to building stuff. We have a high school (16-19 year olds) which has skateboarding on the schedule. Lots of older people skatibg here,im 50,and i never stopped just because we have such a good skate community,producing world class skaters etc. Last but not least,ill say 30+% is girls/women. Indoor/outdoor parks have girls/women skating wirh other girls,certain hours no boys allowed etc. Good luck and keep on keeping on

[@maxfrisket]

Ray is the greatest!

[@mastersamurai7683]

Thats awesome

[@Cyromantik]

@@ettnollbajen9945 Sounds amazing, WTG seasoned skater city planners!

[@hypnoliz]

1) don't wanna die 2) don't wanna look lame 3) no tricks just cruise... I felt so seen in the first 90 seconds lmao

[@djgwen]

He knows what's up. lol

[@puppy9196]

yeaaaaaaahhh,

[@ArneZiegfeld]

Haha, same! 😄

[@biancadavila2884]

Same!!!!!!!! LMAO he was so funny and on point!

[@an6350]

Righttt lol

[@bettinaleitner698]

I'm 29 and just starting to learn. I was too shy to learn it when I was about 12 years old, I didn't want anyone watching me while learning. But now I don't give a shit anymore :)

[@blacky3594]

Iam 19 and feeling the same rn.

[@XunlimiteD101]

I also had the same experience when I started skating at 21 years old. I'm 27 now and I just started learning the guitar. I can hardly switch chords but I know Feeling embarrassed by not immediately possessing the skill to do the thing perfectly is alright. I practice it anyway cause seeing the improvement feels very rewarding!

[@bettinaleitner698]

@@XunlimiteD101 I also started learning how to play the guitar. It can be very frustrating. But as you said seeing the improvement is really rewarding!

[@Kurosakika]

I'm 28 and feeling the same. I moved to Budapest a month ago, and this city just wants me to cruise around. So I got my cruiser board (after 15 years of nothing) and it was an awesome feeling to stand on a board again. I failed after a kilometer, and got some bruises and some small sprains, so I need a few days for healing but I will get back on it, because I want to do it and it makes me feel good.

[@ARISUinW0NDERLAND]

Every year, I care less and less about what everyone else thinks. Definitely a benefit of getting older.

[@spills6915]

I watched this video a couple years ago when I was learning how to skate and it was super helpful. Algorithm decided to put it back into my feed today so I checked it out for old time sake. After some looking around I learned Ray sadly passed away not even a year after posting this wonderful tutorial. I hope he's still cruising wherever he is and may he rest in peace.

[@thehandleiwantedwasntavailable]

🥺

[@DUBLDENM]

Bro what? How did he die?? I just found this video at 37 and wanting to try something new

[@jclyntoledo]

Omgosh 😭😭😭. I just came back to this video bc I finally started to actually learn.

[@OceanBlueKeys]

Please tell me you’re trolling…

[@Asheanae]

What?! Nooo!

[@christopherkaiser1]

I didn't start skating until I was 33. I was in Venice Beach and saw a man who looked like he was in his sixties skating. That encouraged me to learn. Best thing I could have done. I'm 44 now and have no plans of quitting.

[@Myke_thehuman]

Could have been this guy. But even if it wasn't, here's another awesome older skateboarder. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4CcaJqqhdmVZsU

[@calvinspace]

I'm just about to hit 33, just picked it up last year 😎

[@robbiestewart240]

I'm 37 and my daughter is learning, she's getting good ,but I'm going to start trying to teach myself then one day at the skate park jump on her board and hopefully she'll be shocked I can do it...well that's the plan if I don't break my neck 😂😂

[@techietam]

Came for the skating tutorial, staying for the chill vibes and dad jokes haha

[@misery978]

Very well put. Me too

[@bnyang84]

I've always been fascinated with skateboarding but I grew up in the hood where survival was the only option. Now that I'm in my 30s and able to afford a nice board, my wife thinks I'm crazy for getting in the game so late. I'm just glad there's adults out here with the same interest.. Cowabunga dudes!

[@lifecoachmalachi]

Bahaha, Cowabunga! That's something they would say in the hood to skaters. 😆

[@justdaddrums2704]

Bro...just getting back into it. 45 years old. WE GOT THIS.

[@lifecoachmalachi]

@@justdaddrums2704 I just turned 45 August 31st, thats awesome.

[@JorgePereZ-R0]

Same. But cowabunga is from the TMNT.

[@lifecoachmalachi]

@@JorgePereZ-R0 Yep, It was a was out in my high school years, but thats how my friends would talk referring to the skate culture of the 90’s.

[@iirix]

My man, I'm 35 but grew up skating and I have to give you the most credit for pointing out the most basic stuff that I myself would have overlooked if trying to teach an adult how to skate. I truly appreciate how you know the craft behind skating.

[@Inquisitor88]

Rest in peace, Aloy. Thanks for Your tutorial.

[@bca9195]

what the hell?? is he alright?

[@MAJONEZIK]

@@bca9195 He passed away...

[@alliphil1]

56 year old woman here and yes my 19yr old skateboarding son thinks I’m insane but I’m secretly googling skateboarding tutorials. Yours was the ONLY one geared to adults. THANK YOU!!! Skateboarding for adults taught by a regular adult. No-one is doing this. More please!!!😀

[@guzzigal]

HA! I will be 56 in a month and my 19-year-old son thinks skateboards are death on 4 wheels. This might be a good time to mention I ride motorcycles too. I've wanted a dancing longboard for as long as I can remember. Maybe I'll get one for my birthday!

[@roseengland9701]

😂😂Me too .. my husband gave me a longboard for my 40th birthday. 😂

[@zinzincoetzee1934]

Bro If my mom started skating Id be encouraging it with all my heart😂. Id just make sure she's safe and prepared. Its a weird coincidence but my mom is 56 and Im 19. What are the chances

[@marko1314]

I've just turned 60 and did a lot of skateboarding when l was a young bloke - This video made me dust off my old board and see how l'd go after 40 years of absence - Went pretty good too - Bit like riding a bike once you've learnt you never forget - Hell l even pulled off my favourite trick again second try - A Rolling Handstand 🖐️🙃✋

[@matteodelmonte1397]

I just bought a 26” cruise board to commute from rail station to my office. I’m 41 and my wife told me I’m crazy and will end up hitting the ground. Then I found this video and I’m glad to see I’m not the only fool on the planet. Thanks man, I really enjoyed this content and compliments for the easy explanation!

[@BrownieBeauty]

Black woman in my early 40s check-in thanks brother for teaching us women to skate via KZbin.This is hard but l am going to keep at it love from UK

[@Elenalouisa]

I'm a woman in my 40s learning to skate. I was on the board for the first time in my life today, and it was the most fun thing I have done in ages.

[@andycoe23]

Welcome to the 40 something club loooool

[@istheresauce767]

Well done! What an inspiration

[@ninjaballgaming]

Hell yeah! Hope you’re sticking with it!

[@bagandbroad]

I just turned 40 and just got a skateboard, this made me happy

[@kaymadd]

Love to hear this! How's your progress so far?

[@user-kr6dt8hl9l]

I want this guy to do commentary on everything in existence

[@Bogart1971]

Yeah no kidding. He was instant good vibes.

[@bobbylockes]

yup

[@renemersi5209]

was searching for something calm to get better in sleepping. And boom youtube thank u haha

[@Daijyobanai]

"how to make love to your wife, for adults."

[@bobbylockes]

@@Daijyobanai ".. for adults" 🤣

[@biddybaxter6369]

I'm 70 in July! I was a skier, snowboarder in the 90's,/2000's, and I ride my scooter around Berlin when ever I go out on, unless I take the bike! What a brilliant tutorial for all you oldies trying this for the 1st time. This guy is so easy to listen to, and really gives great advice for all novices! Nice to see the out-takes at the end. Shows you that this guy's real!

[@orbismworldbuilding8428]

You're literally so cool I always get excited when i see older people skating and stuff, its just cool

[@nickwhite6717]

Been boarding for 4 years now, can't imagine a year I won't strap in

[@bigmeechie2332]

Rest in peace Aloy! , one of your skateboard tips actually saved my life… forever grateful

[@konohaguy]

He died?

[@bigmeechie2332]

@@konohaguy yes he passed away

[@SimplyJoshinYa]

I’ve been skating for 12 years and never have I seen someone try to teach older people/people who never learned as a kid how to skate. I appreciate what your doing since nobody is trying to show people who have no interest in tricks how to simply not push mongo or stop correctly.

[@Darknesssleeps]

Man I’m going through it now. I’m 30 but I’ve always wanted to skate but never had the means. Now I just bought a board and don’t know where to begin and everything is tailored towards kids like he said.

[@BuckwaveFM]

Yes dude. COWABUNGA!!

[@pumpkingamebox]

Like me. I just need an alternative mode of transportation either than a bicycle.

[@jesuslovesmebetter]

@@Darknesssleeps Don't give up homes just watch out for your back ;)

[@davesargent7304]

Stop saying mongo, it's racist.

[@_KingOfCalifornia]

i’m 19 and already know how to cruise. Glad to see the grownups are interested in this hobby. I wish you all luck!

[@Raychristofer]

Hello thank you, and remember one day you will be a skating grown up too ☺️

[@chiselcheswick5673]

So true... Time goes real quick. One minute I am 17 with my mates trying all kind of stupid tricks, next minute I am 46 with a wife, 2 kids and a mortgage and all my skate stuff in the attic. Great video.. really enjoyed it.

[@deantaylor1512]

Your only here today because we were there yesterday... 😜

[@DOSDreamz]

@@chiselcheswick5673 this made me kinda sad lol

[@deantaylor1512]

Chisel Cheswick it’s only an attic away...

[@ALR0808]

Thank you so much for this. 43 year old woman here, in the UK - learning with my 7 year old son. Your video has been enormously helpful to me. I love your teaching style. Much respect, thank you.

[@sincec1169]

For everyone wondering why this great guy didn't keep going on skateboard channel: He passed away 2 years ago😭😭😭( I found this news on his IG) He really did excellent video to teaching adults how to skate. I'm totally his fan after only watching this video. R.I.P.

[@Tekunikaru]

"It's called goofy, it's not an insult..." Supersweet!

[@Raychristofer]

Hahaha lol thanks, yes skate lingo is a comedy in itself

[@jacobmotosicky439]

Fun fact is that it's called "goofy" cuz in an old Disney short Goofy was surfing and the way they drew him to face the frame was opposite to what most people face; thus the phrase goofy was coined🤙

[@zelljubovic9390]

I'm goofy footed, I thought of it as a compliment, born different haha. Just got a long board at 53 getting the confidence back one hill at a time, looking for a cruiser next. Feels great to see adults enjoying the ''skatey.'' This video explains the very basics I've been using as soon as I jumped back on, they're ingrained in my riding.

[@craigjsanderson]

@@jacobmotosicky439 I hope this is true - if so that's the best fact I've learned today

[@miika_brl3679]

@@jacobmotosicky439 that is what the most people think, but goofy wasn't riding just with the right foot in front, he always rode facing the audience, so he was riding regular too. here can you read if you want :) radratvideo.com/goofy-stance-come/

[@sarahgbx6355]

For myself : Starting = 6:15 Don't fall, put a feet = 7:41 Turning = 8:22 Stopping = 11:21 Sudden stop = 14:40 Go over something = 16:45

[@Nukroo]

good luck!

[@carlabraga6462]

I'm in my early 30s, and wanted to learn how to skate since I was 16 years old (but was too afraid to try.) Today, I finally got a longboard, and your video has been so helpful! Thank you! I'll rewatch it a bunch of times throughout the next days/weeks!

[@ivanabdullaev859]

Yep, are you ok ? Nothing has been broken so far? 🙃

[@Hoax711]

I got myself a longboard for my 38th birthday. How’s your skating journey?

[@1anre]

How has the longboat fitted into your life? Do you ride it to work or only cruise it tobthe skatepark and back?

[@terranceweis5231]

I'm a late 30's Dad to an amazing daughter and she wanted to learn to skateboard. I've never tried so I bought us boards and safety gear. I'm trying to teach both of us. I'm glad for channels like this. I'm enjoying the process with her. Good luck out there folks.

[@milkaaaa]

I am exactly in the same position! I have got my son his first skateboard and have been contemplating whether I should get myself one! Thanks for sharing. I am about to order one for myself now. Hope all is going well at your end.

[@maddersmudder]

You, sir, are the Bob Ross of Skateboarding. I could watch your videos for hours. Your encouragement and explanations are great.

[@Ntwister]

thats actually a good comparison :)

[@COVMAPA]

Hah! That’s awesome. I just said the same thing 👍🏻

[@SPELTMUSIC]

i gotta say, as someone who clicked on this video out of curiosity mostly because i’m a 30yr old who has been skating since i was 10, the part about skate culture and skate parks being very non judgemental and especially not bothering women who are skating or learning to skate is very true in my experience. i have very often seen women or younger girls learning to skate at my local parks and the only thing i have ever heard any of the guys who are regulars there say to them is something along the lines of “you should turn your head to follow your body when you try that” or “it helps if you keep your shoulders directly above your knees”. just useful advice they would give to anyone. skaters are very inclusive for the most part (there’s always some bad eggs, they get corrected quickly by everyone else though) and as long as you are putting in the effort and seriously trying to learn to skate and not just taking pictures at the park without actually skating, no one will say anything except encouraging or helpful words. skate culture is very unique in that there are very few gatekeepy types/attitudes. we want everyone to experience the joy of skating, and everyone is welcome to learn. the people who are experienced skaters are happy to pass on their knowledge and they all recognize that at one point they were in the exact same situation as the person learning and it brings them back to how amazing it felt when they landed their first kickflip or finally committed to a drop in for the first time. we want everyone to experience the joy we felt learning to skate and because of that, will never laugh at someone learning, and will always offer help if requested. we also recognize that it’s a very male dominated culture and in order to branch out from that we have to not be creepy weirdos to every woman at the park, so we just leave it alone, and treat women/girls at the skatepark the same as we would anyone else. never be afraid to go to your local park. i know it can seem intimidating but just be genuine. the only people skaters can’t stand are people attempting to use skate culture for aesthetic reasons without respecting the culture/people that created those aesthetic choices. skateboarding was invented by weirdo outcasts, to connect with other weirdo outcasts, and as a result, we never want to oust people from the scene without an extremely good reason.

[@melindasnyder5974]

This was a great video, thank you! As a 37 yo plus size woman who never set foot on any sort of board until a few weeks ago, I am always kind of afraid people are laughing at me, but I’m trying it anyway. Lots of great tips here for the basics 😊

[@DearDrDoom]

I'm a 36 year old plus size gal learning to skateboard too... go for it, you legend!

[@jaynejoi]

I started learning 37 and plus size. I realized that most of the fear was in my head. People at the park actually don't care(not in a bad way), they're just happy to see a new face. Keep going. We got this 👍🏾

[@Retroactive93]

Fuck what anyone says! Do you and have fun! Peace and love ✌🏾

[@dmd7472]

No body laughing at you 30 year old plus size girls. Too busy loving on you

[@jeybrown6056]

37 yr old epileptic. Got back into it since 16. Painful but more fun than I remember. Keep on shreddin y'all! Nothing can stop ya!

[@emc8729]

Thank you! I'm a 33yr old woman and just starting to learn. It's nice to know i'm not alone, this was a great video.

[@Raychristofer]

Hey thank you so much. I always try to remember those that most people don't think about when I make a video. I'm 48 by the way. Please keep in touch and let me know how you progress

[@ManlyYodeler]

I'm 33 as well and learning to skate too )

[@karenzhang1020]

Same. And I started about 2 years ago. I have to say this is not easy to learn at all. But it’s a lot of fun.

[@Sky2Mina]

Same! I'm 33. I just started today and fell two times already 😂 it didn't hurt, and I proudly showed me scraped knee to my toddler (I'm off to buy protection now lol). So far so fun!

[@ltmltm4945]

Hehe I’m 32 3rd day at the skate park today:)

[@triplenineteen9960]

Today I got this video mentioned in my feed. I am a woman of 58 and started skateboarding for the first time of my life in 2019, at 57. Indeed there are little to no tutorials catered for older grown ups who are starting with this sport. I really like how you cover all the things we will encouter, sooner or later. I must say I get a lot of positive feedback from young kids to older skateboarders when I am in a skatepark. Skatelessons are helping me a lot too and I love the skatevibe during those evenings, full of adults who are learning to skateboard. It is great sport, enabling me to unwind like no other sport has ever done.

[@catriciamagsayo6470]

I just started at 36 and I love it!!!

[@bmwlane8834]

Triple, nice to hear!...I'm 55 and I skated some when I was a kid. I'm looking to trying again.

[@pikachuclasico2366]

Go Show o Triple 19, some love on her channel! She shreds!

[@erinepperson8252]

I’m 40 and just won my first skateboard 2 days ago! I decided it was the universe telling me it’s time to learn. My brother was semi pro 15-20 years ago, and we have stayed very connected to the skateboard community locally. As a woman I love your shout out to women! 20 years ago I never saw another woman in the skate crowd. Now I do! I may have learned to skate back then if….

[@LookingForAnotherPlanet]

This vid makes me happy. I'm a 62 year old woman and learning to skate now! 4th session in a couple days with a new girl group in my neighborhood in Paris (France).

[@Dom-ns8qh]

this was so soothing, i already know how to skate but your voice was so relaxing and chill i watched the entire video

[@Raychristofer]

Thanks so much.

[@bowles652]

not starting nor an adult,still here watching lol

[@Raychristofer]

@@bowles652 awesome thanks so much. You're more than welcome

[@zeppie2002]

For me the same.

[@roguey123]

Same here, too relaxed to even skate haha

[@raudeendab2724]

I am teaching my dad how to skate and this video helped him, soon he while be cruising through the streets with me

[@Raychristofer]

thats awesome thanks fot taking the time to comment, let me know how it goes

[@lougisierra4336]

wholesome asf

[@an6350]

How's ur dad w skating now

[@stone3377]

I’m 63 and starting to use the skateboard again to encourage my grandchildren to keep fit so the skateboarding is a good way rather having them play games in front of the TV… Like your video 👍

[@suizthesioux]

Germany, 42 yo, - you closed the gap between teenage stunt crasher and "am i already THIS old?" i'm about to pick one right now - and i'm thrilled :D

[@NickyWaters]

As a younger skater, I have much respect for teaching older generations how to skate. It's a great sport and videos like this help create skate communities! Cheers 🍻

[@flapjack4886]

I’m 37 and you just inspired me to go out and do it. I’m literally on my way to the skate shop right now to get started. Keep up the great work!

[@AkhiTweet]

It’s been 2 months since this comment, how’s it going?

[@korbx]

I hope dude's alive!

[@flapjack4886]

@@AkhiTweet it’s been too cold for me to go outside these last 2 months. But I’ve been getting practice in the basement and I definitely suck real bad

[@DonoldMcPeterson]

@@flapjack4886 you just gotta grind at it man. Even just standing on it helps. Once you get comfortable just standing and doing tic tacs, the rest comes fairly easy.

[@HECKAKYH-ADEKBATEH]

@@flapjack4886 just practice standing on one foot and pushing. All else will come by itself.

[@yogibexargaming4600]

“Anyone who skates has to not care what other people think” This is great advice. I’m a new skater in my 30s and it felt awkward to be my age skating around the neighborhood like an infant trying to learn to walk. Eventually I stopped caring and didn’t let it kill the vibe.

[@justinanderson5036]

Thanks for this! I’m 28 and jumping on a board for the first time in like 10 years. This was a great refresher

[@Pandechis]

Son, this is a great video. I wish I watched it before ending up on emergency twice within a 5 month period. I started skating at 37 because I didn’t want to die having never skated. Now I commute to work on a Landyachtz Dinghy a couple of days a week. I really learned to skate the open roads during Covid through lockdown...one of the best decisions I have ever made as I’ve reduced the use of a car. Anyway thanks for your video!

[@Theworldisdone]

The best skate tutorials are the ones without the ego and annoying stereotypes of the skate culture. Thank you for you’re thoughtful approach to this. This is the best thing I’ve seen on KZbin today. Like you said earlier, the goal of skateboarding for me is to just cruise and enjoy the ride like I do when I’m surfing.

[@csl4159]

Love the lighthearted demeanor. I keep bracing for some dry humor, but it never comes

[@SStanton803]

36 years old and getting back into skating. Many thanks for the excellent, thoughtful content and high production value.

[@tonyjohnson3752]

Old dude watching with bloody elbows 😁 -- longboard and speed bump didn't agree with each other yesterday

[@Raychristofer]

haha oh no lol. hey man yeah my son showed me how he does speed bumps , he lifts the front wheel going over them fast and jumps as the back wheel hits it and the back of the board bounces off the bump and he lands and keeps moving. I dont have the guts to try that but the "step down take weight off board foot" technique should help. another thing I dont like are the yellow bumpy things at every crosswalk, they will throw you off if you hit them too fast.

[@hardiscodata]

Cool !

[@super8guy]

This has to be one of the best YT tutorials I have seen, hands down. It's comprehensive, educational, lacks filler, has humor...not to mention the tight editing and superior sound. It makes me want to give that long board I got last Christmas another try.

[@bentonhomestead]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video, which was randomly recommended for me. I'm also a photographer, and like skateboarding, so I suppose it was a natural video for KZbin to recommend. I was struck by how warm and friendly this man is, and ended up watching this whole video instead of editing photos. He was also a very talented photographer. I'm very sorry to learn of his passing, and my sincere condolences to his family for their loss.

[@brmbkl]

same here. your comment is the first I heard of this. really sad to hear it.

[@Lisa_leelee]

Wow that makes me so sad, where did you see this?

[@MaxxRemKing1]

Wow if that's true this is so sad 😭 I wish I could thanks this man for inspiring me to get on a skateboard.

[@tomsmith4698]

This is so great. I have been skateboarding since I was 5 and now I'm 40 and still going strong. I've done it all from handrails to half pipes to bowls and all the flip tricks and grinds. Everything he says here is bang-on, and he's got a great style of skateboarding. When I skate now, I skate a lot like he does.

[@kevmoreland8106]

Hello, I'm a 58 year old beginner in UK. I've been watching a load of skate videos but I have to say i really enjoyed watching your's... I knew all the points that you make, but that doesn't matter, you put it across so well and you really show how enjoyable skating is..I want to just cruise but you already know that.... Thanks for making this video, we may never meet but we know each other,,,,,cheers

[@Raychristofer]

Hello Kev thanks so much. You don't realize it but you got me emotional with what you said. Wow. Respect

[@mbkhan1000]

This 100% - “We just wanna cruise…”

[@65nash]

"Anyone who skates has to not care what other people think." Unc dropping gems

[@lukaborna]

He was such a genuine and kind spirit

[@bonrodgers8173]

Dude this is so cool I’m 18 and have been skating for 5 years and have never seen a tutorial video aimed towards adults. You’re the man!

[@team_rex]

Just wanted to let you know I bought my first board this week and this video was a big part of the reason I felt confident enough to get it 😅

[@chrishaha6906]

Get it 🛹

[@sjk7467]

24 yr old skater girl here. Been skating for like a decade and a half. I couldn’t have done the video better myself! You said basically exactly what I say when I teach. For my fraternity (I’m a trans girl so I was in a frat) all the brothers got to have a requirement that the pledges have to do and mine was learn to skate with me. This was basically exactly what my lesson plan was like and I was able to get 75% of them down some light hills by the end of a 2 hour session! Didn’t make the ones that clearly weren’t ready try. would love to see more girls out there with us like you said ☺️Great job and keep skating 😎

[@thatguy6227]

He was a skater boy, he didn't want to be a skater boy

[@sjk7467]

@@thatguy6227 lol I'll keep the skater, leave the boy

[@thatguy6227]

@@sjk7467 shits weird fam

[@sjk7467]

@@thatguy6227 sure, it's weird to some people at first. weird is good sometimes. I'm happier now that I've ever been. And hotter ;)

[@adambane1719]

*A 24 year old tranny skater you mean

[@bananafranasherbert]

I'm a 33-year-old woman and just found your video. I've wanted to learn to skate for years and never had the courage. Thank you so much for making it accessible to people like me. I just ordered my first board, pads, and helmet and I can't wait to start.

[@lisastarace112]

Thank you! I'm just learning at 47 and your video is exactly what I needed. You make it seem possible and chill. It feels so good to ride. Thanks for your help.

[@photoion1]

hey man you got this, skating is so much fun, the best times ive had on a skate board is going around a park with smooth concrete and just going in circles with some music on! maybe get some friends in to it aswell because that always make the session that much better!

[@tinyspyro8163]

Same! :) It's a very relaxed, sensible approach to just learn cruising. Most coaches I know skip many of these steps :O

[@elir.195]

I am so glad to have found this video...I have this beautiful longboard sitting in my closet that I bought for my daughter, and I am determined to try it this year myself since I've lost some weight and I don't feel as self-conscious.

[@schrodings9465]

Good luck and have fun!

[@souperdave2009]

Get out and ride that board ....I expect a response! Im 47 never stopped skating totally since the 80"s, though I have renewed my determination to skate more recently and it's always a good time, progress daily, baby steps. (And get some pads..)

[@Thankstoallah351]

No time wasting straight to the point. Really good content

[@just_julian]

This is the most comprehensive and amazing tutorial on KZbin I think.

[@spazvectron]

Excellent video by a very likeable character 😃

[@Raychristofer]

Thanks Spaz, appreciate it, your name sounds like a high tech tv😎

[@ronaldestime]

I needed this man, I’m 45 y/o and needed this so I can learn with my 8 year old. Thank you!

[@timothycollier3807]

If you didn't know this already, learning to ollie or do other tricks is way easier if you're on grass. The board won't shoot out from under you and grass is way more forgiving than pavement if/when you wipe out.

[@heatherbarnes6706]

I am 41 and have decided to learn to skate, this video was super helpful and inspirational! Thank you for all of the tips and tricks and just generally making it chill and normal for people to learn at any age! :)

[@marcusjahnke9287]

I’ve just started, at 53. Love it, and love this video - such a great attitude.

[@matthewwiesner9460]

Im 37 and have been skating since i was about 12. I still skate pretty often, both street and at parks and i have to say that I love this video and watched the entire thing. This guy is great!

[@Raychristofer]

Thank you Mathew, he's very handsome also I must say 😂✌🏾

[@krsw899]

This might be the most approachable video I've ever seen for learning to skate. Done with love, thoughtfulness and good insight to the hang ups people who already skate take for granted. Well done.

[@nural29]

gotta love the good vibes in the video! stay stoked! thanks!

[@mikedahuman]

I've been skating for 15+ years and this was still enjoyable and informative to watch.

[@KimberlyM48]

This is perfect! 👏🏻 I'm 46, just got my longboard in today and looking for good videos for adults... New follower here

[@chrishoggett8087]

How are you getting on 5 months later?

[@womp9465]

I’m a kid but I’m not very athletic so this was super helpful.. thanks also I really appreciate the lil tip for female skaters, I was pretty nervous about that lol

[@Raychristofer]

Hey thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Means a lot, took me over a month to shoot and edit this. I'm not too athletic either, notice I did no tricks lol. Let me know how you progress ☺️

[@WeWynne]

This is wonderful. Been skating for years, but I'm teaching my kids and now that I'm almost forty it's just pleasant to see another adult talk about skating like this.

[@callmefletcher]

This is great! I really feel we need more tutorials for adults looking to just enjoy a hobby.

[@garymaple3387]

Time Stamps for all you who would like to review! 01:29 Safety 02:42 Footing 04:47 Board Type 06:11 Foot Placement 06:56 Lesson 1 Pushing 07:37 Fall Prevention 07:59 Steering 08:43 Changing Foot Position 09:25 Swift Weight 09:47 Skate Culture (and Ladies) 10:51 Stopping 11:41 Slowing Down 12:21 Ray’s Gear 12:49 Wheels and Spacers 13:41 Jump Off Safely 15:43 Over a Lift 17:37 Leaning 18:09 Links and gear 18:38 Conclusion 19:21 Bloopers Let me know if I missed anything and I'll edit, thanks!

[@Raychristofer]

Hahahaha! Gary you're my right hand bro. Something tells me I should have shot this with you. Very good job on that timestamp list. You're dedicated that's all I can say. Respect

[@garymaple3387]

@@Raychristofer Hey there is a lot too (re)learn and this is a great guide, I'll keep an eye out for any future videos:D

[@jimrollins4857]

Sounds thorough to me. Thanks!

[@rwiersema]

@@Raychristofer If you ad a 0:00 timestamp and add it in the description box, you get chapters in your video :)

[@Raychristofer]

@@rwiersema sounds interesting I never knew that but I'm curious how the KZbin algorithm knows where to put the beginning of each chapter. I will look into it thank you

[@lil_milxan]

This teaching style is so wholesome I love it

[@Raychristofer]

I don't think so much. My dad was a hardcore rough teacher bless his heart so maybe I'm unconsciously trying to be the opposite. Really glad this was helpful I have like a hundred videos on my channel and this might be the most appreciated and commented on. Really cool

[@serotonin69]

@@Raychristofer MAN make a skate channel ples

[@tirasweatherford3077]

God bless you sir ☺️ it's great to see other skaters inspiring people who have never skated.

[@Not_Even_Wrong]

Love all the little comments on the physics of why you do things a certain way, makes it very clear.

[@Rockin23]

I've watched this five times or more....it's so cool and very inspiring. I'm 51 and have just bought my first board. After a couple of seshs which I thoroughly enjoyed, I'm progressing exponentially and I love it! Also, I teach guitar and tell all my students that it does not matter when you start, (as a lot of people think they would have achieved more if they had started fresh out of nappies!) all that matters is your desire and drive to do it and you will achieve it. I'm going to prove this by becoming a competent skater, even though I have started in my fifties.

[@jaapendebonenstaak]

Been skateing for 20 years, i feel your doing great work, just cruising can be one of the best feelings in the world

[@Raychristofer]

Thanks so much

[@TravHaveCreations]

Love this video I’m a 30 yr poc and this makes me feel even more encouraged to get a board and coast. Awesome!!

[@dreampirate6787]

Thanks alot man. I just started skating at 36 and its incredible fun. Your tutorial realy helps

[@WorldsTravellerNomad]

Man, this is by far the best tutorial for adults. It's exactly what I went through and I see all my mistakes now and I had a lot of bad falls too. I think I am an adult now by government definition probably but still a kid at heart. I never was in the skateboard, culture growing up, and couldn't afford a skateboard either. I will get learning again and follow these life-saving tips.

[@jordyncreates]

"we're not tryna fall 20x a day" PREACH 😂

[@DownToEarthMind]

great video. I am 55 and just started with skateboarding. So much fun

[@Busywave]

One of the best skateboarding tutorials on KZbin.

[@meghanlopez9354]

This was one of the easiest, most all around helpful tutorial videos I have ever watched on KZbin! Your relaxed style makes it seem like anyone can do it..just got my 8 yo daughter a longboard and a stubby for her birthday. I have always wanted to skate, but have never done it (but did snowboard in my college years)...so, at almost 40...I am gonna give it a whirl (after getting protective gear, of course)! Thanks for the great info!! Keep it up!😊

[@Raychristofer]

Hello thank you and I'm glad it was helpful. The fact that you did some snowboarding means you have some of the balance reflexes already. There's a Facebook group I think it's called very old skateboarders that I joined also, lots of much older people there doing cool stuff. Let me know how it goes with you

[@amarullahanam5825]

This man is the most wholesome person ever and his skate content is wholesome af. Hopefully with skateboarding going into olympics, it will become popular and we'll see a whole family not riding bicycle in the weekends but cruising on a skateboard.

[@Raychristofer]

Awesome my man thanks so much. Jesus got me in the wholesomeness lol but I appreciate that. Much respect

[@GaugingGadgets]

Incredible video. Gave me the confidence to give it a try. Thanks!

[@pxtixntzero7127]

Been skating for 18 years. It's always cool to see the helpful tips beginners come up with that I've never thought about.

[@ellabergfeld7899]

im literally a teenager who knows how to skate...but you teach so well and your content is so engaging I gotta watch

[@Raychristofer]

Hahaha thanks so much, that's the best compliment. With youtube it's always best I found to make videos you're passionate about so it will come natural

[@martinsommerville5442]

Great lessons! I started skating a year or so ago as a 44 year old man, and this is such a gentle, beautiful, clear introduction... Feels joyful!

[@ltotheiza]

This is such a quality tutorial. It was randomly in my feeds, but I will def share this to friends

[@Teisha2112]

What a great video! I'm 42 and just got my first Longboard. Can't wait to get started! Thank you!!!

[@lauraeme5037]

"We're going to teach you how to skate without killing yourself"... all I'm asking for 😁 Thanks for the video, I really enjoyed it!!

[@deathGod252]

How'd you do

[@plusbonus1165]

@@deathGod252 settle down , she's from Berkeley.

[@akae8130]

I got my first longboard today and seeing a bunch of young kids skate in the park made me think maybe I'm starting too late, but this video made me feel everything's gonna go just fine!

[@jonathanfischer7395]

Coming back here after a year or so of skating. This was the video that actually got me going! I've been having a fantastic time with it.

[@istheresauce767]

How awesome! I've started now at 30 and seeing so many women skaters starting a little later is so inspirational. Thank you so much for this video! I love it

[@melaniebookstaver5147]

I am a 40+ mom that has wanted to learn how to skate forever, but I never got the courage to ask anyone that already did it and was petrified of trying on my own with no idea how to pick out a board just for cruising. I love this! Thank you!

[@Raychristofer]

Hello Melanie thanks so much that means a lot. I'm excited for you. Best thng is to just get started and doing one push and seeing how long you can balance. Do that half HR everyday and in a few weeks you will be on your way. Plz let me know how you progress, respect ✌🏾

[@TheLiggster]

Well, I’m 64 and found this tutorial really informative, so thanks for giving me the confidence to get out there and do it! 👍🎸

[@MrNeon88]

Best tutorial ever on the internet… thanks 🙏

[@DrZedikus]

Ray, your video is best for adults. Better on KZbin I can't find. You best!

[@shelly-annsmith3004]

Very comprehensive instructions. Thank you. I’m a 51 year old female and I bought a skateboard board and I’m determined to learn. Thanks for the encouragement to female skaters.