I decided to start learning how to skateboard in my 40s.

It's never too late to skate! Here my buddy Ryan Hui teaches me some basics as I gather up the courage to just get on a skateboard!
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Adam's IG: / thatadamdiaz
Check out Ryan's music here: / @thestayup8990

[@elenawalker517]

I just bought my first board and at 37 and a Black Woman I feel outta place but I still wanna learn

[@thefast3rpastor413]

Keep it up - just started at 38. You got this!

[@Sarah1211.]

I’m a 38 year mom of 2 boys. My 10 year old son wants someone to skate with so I promised him that I would try to learn . So here I am at 3am watching as many videos as I can to see how hard it’s going to be at my age. LOL

[@thefast3rpastor413]

Sarah Messenger you got this !

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's awesome! I felt out of place because I was amongst many other younger kids and obviously was skating like a total newbie. There are some great youtube skating channels that offer great tips. It'll also be great if you have a friend that knows how to skate. But I think the best advice I got was to always stay at your own pace and just get absolutely comfortable with simply cruising on our board. I'm definitely still a newbie! Also, I recommend picking up some basic safety gear if you haven't done so already. Stay safe and have fun!

[@joegamezi4879]

I’m 38 and a white man and just started a month ago, I feel out of place but I have a friend that’s 47 that skates.....get you a friend that skates, plus they give you tips, good luck, I love it

[@lizloukiss]

I’m a 41 year old mom of 3 young kids. I tried to skate briefly as a teen for a minute, but always regretted never pursuing it more. I’m learning now. It’s never too late! 🖤🛹

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Amazing to hear! Keep it up and stay safe!

[@christophersantiago6011]

@lizloukiss let's see your progress clips?

[@tedparkman3111]

I'd love to skateboard at 61, but I'm disabled from a car accident with rods and hardware in both legs. 😢

[@thehumblepundit9790]

Me, too, brother!! 47 years old and started learning last week.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's awesome! Keep it up!

[@MarioIgnazioCigna]

Feelin' you. Started with 40...two weeks ago. I can roll now.

[@munterboy9298]

Just skate everywhere the more you use your board the more comfortable you feel on it

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

31 starting again this week.

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

31 starting again this next week

[@vi77ain7s2]

43 yr old Mexican and I haven’t skated in 30 years. My kid just got into it and I’ll probably get back into it too. 🤘🏼

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Awesome to hear!

[@edwardlbc562]

I'm 48. Was one of the 1st generation skaters in the East Los Angeles in the 80s. I got back into it again too. Time permitting.

[@vi77ain7s2]

@@edwardlbc562 that’s awesome!!!

[@MrAntsrules]

im in the same boat as you 47 just started again

[@vi77ain7s2]

@@MrAntsrules that’s awesome man. Have fun. I was ridin on my birthday and just fell flat on my back. My kid was lookin at me like I was dead. Lol I hopped up and said let’s go again. My kid was saying they’d of quit after that fall. It was odd. It actually felt good to pay the concrete price again.

[@juleswoodley9934]

42 female here. Skated a bit as a kid, but never too well. Have just taken up long boarding and am super pumped. Glad to see I’m not the only oldie out here giving it a try!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

We oldies gotta stick together! 🤣

[@jimpace6303]

Cool

[@Saimonologie]

I’m 38, started this months with a longboard 🛹 feeling like a young boy! 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Sounds awesome!

[@kadenheeter9748]

You’ve had a channel for 14 years and haven’t changed your picture I salute you

[@rjohnbernales]

Hey Man, hope you’re still at it. I’m trying to learn at 42 😅. It’s cool to see you learning 👍

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

I'll try to post some video updates soon! Thanks for the patience and support! Stay safe!

[@Mimihuser]

Me too... 47 young gal and just starting to learn 😁

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

31 here. Dont worry ... Enjoy ur life ")

[@GreggyAck]

30, bought my first board today. Looking forward to getting stuck in!

[@jaregueldenhaar3643]

I've been debating on getting a skateboard at 27 so this definitely gives me motivation to start :)

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

31 in febuary brother... I picked one up at 27 ish... Going to again here now got some extra time .... I also fingerboard like a pro ... Wood board and all ... Best of luck enjoy ur life befote its gone!!!!

[@vickvinegar6018]

28 got my board a couple weeks ago. My balance has improved tons and I can ride off of curbs but havent gotten ollies down. Im 6’1 250 so i got some weight to lose think that will help me as well.

[@colesmith3185]

I got back into skating at 27 too

[@ChrisJakins]

I have an 11yo daughter who loves skateboarding but she doesn’t always have the confidence to walk out onto the skatepark amongst others. So here I am at age 42 learning to skate so I can be her skate buddy. First session went ok. Took a couple of spills and I probably looked kinda ridiculous but I really enjoyed it. What you realise is how focused you have to be just to stay upright. And because it’s so difficult I can totally see how it becomes addictive. Now I want to get better so I can cruise around the park with some style and maybe see my daughter make real progress. She’s a natural compared to me for sure.

[@maykmendo1]

So it's been 1 year. Are you still skating? What have you learned?

[@ChrisJakins]

I’m still skating! I like to roll around, kick turn on the ramps. I don’t do too well on the bigger ramps but I’m having a good time.

[@maykmendo1]

@@ChrisJakins happy to hear you're still getting at it. big ramps and tricks arent necessary at all. having fun and staying young at heart is what's important. Wish you all the best

[@jwnewkirk84]

I just started doing the same thing at 36! Im so glad im not the only geezer trying to jump on a board lol. For me it was Tony Hawk showing up on Joe Rogan and realizing he is 52 and still skating. Also Covid-19, I think everyone is tired of staying at home. Maybe we'll see an old guy skate revival! Keep it up, your giving me hope brother!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Haha great you started! Tony Hawk man, inspiring! We've been in lockdown for so long, I need to get back to practicing again soon! Keep it up man!

[@bugnut82]

jwnewkirk84 For real. I saw that too, and it got me thinking. I’ve concluded now that you’re only too old when you’re dead. Other than that, get out there and live your life!

[@3inkpony]

Maann so good to know im not alone in this journey! 🔥🔥🔥

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi Mark, yes, surprisingly enough, there's a lot of us out there! It's just been a little tough going out lately with what's been happening.

[@bumblebeekeez]

Just bought my first skateboard at the age of 34! Woo-hoo 🙌 go us oldies!

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

31... Cant wait to get some tricks in.... Maybe... Its still nice to ride. Anjoy ur life and dont be afraid. We all right here. ")) i also fingerboard like a champ !!!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Yes, go oldies!! haha! But 34? I don't think you qualify, haha, but thanks for your comment and keep it up, and stay safe!

[@clintonkinsey482]

Dude!! Right on!! I started skating when I was 12 ( I was born in '78), took a break around 30ish and now back skating again at 40.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Great to hear you're back to doing it! Great form of exercise too for us!

[@FavioRamirez]

42 here and started riding again to ride with my kids and loving it. Stay with it. especially if it's something you have always wanted to do.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Right on!

[@julnaranjo]

I just started last Weeekend too and I’m 40 bro, congratulations and good luck, we’ll gonna need it 🤙

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

haha!! haha good luck to you as well man, stay safe!

[@bobbypython]

Just started 40yo, glad im not alone. Greetings from Finland.

[@jeff61177]

Man oh man, welcome to the best sport in the world. Doing great! Have fun! I started again after 20 years. I’m 43. Loving it so much!

[@gregorylaronde7739]

You're going great man. Im starting skating again in my 40s now. After 25 years. Im inspired now!

[@johnhibble7637]

Just turned 42 and started to re-learn skating again for first time in over 25 years! Loving my new cruiser. Thanks for this video mate!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed the video! Stay safe.

[@ghaniyamin6334]

32 here. haven't touch it for 10yrs plus so getting one soon and as bonus hopefully able to convince my daughter to carry on with this sport as well.

[@pjoliver182]

37 and just ordered a board. Haven't tried in 15 years or so...and I think I could barely Olly back then!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Great! How's it going so far?

[@EllieJayden]

31 and just started skating! Keep up the great work, this is inspiring! 🤗

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Great to hear! Keep it up and stay safe! Thanks for the message!

[@ssfsf1832]

What a fun video! Thanks for posting!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it! Stay safe!

[@offthebeatenpodcastlife8897]

Thanks so much for this video. I’m 42 and buying a board next week. Super excited!

[@elvismawhinney2494]

Subscribed. I'm a 38 years old dad from Belfast. I've just ordered a skateboard....never did it before in my life. Peace from Ireland ✌🏼💚🇮🇪 Fingers crossed for me

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks a lot for the sub! I'm glad you ordered one! I suggest some pads and a helmet too! Stay safe!

[@sandromekaa]

great video Adam, its nice to share your experience with us. Im planning to learn to skate at 29. Best wishes to your family

[@andrewpaul4545]

I'm 59,and still go for a gentle roll around the UK skate parks ,when no one is around!!! Makes me happy!!xxx

[@commanderpipi1youknowfromp730]

Cool dude, thumbs up keep going. I started again skating too, I'm in my mid 30's.

[@DTC1138]

Keep at it. I started when I was 40 and still enjoying. Always learning.

[@MotoChurro]

41 and just got back in to skateboarding! Super happy to be back on one and having a blast!

[@mma1426]

Cool Dude ! Hope you will gilding away soon and doing jumps ! Man the boards are like surfboards compared to my days lol. Have fun !

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the message! I'm gliding, but not yet jumping as much as I would like! I guess you skated on penny boards before? But anyway, good to hear from you and stay safe!

[@Ashby2508]

Keep at it. I've just turned 30 and I'm Itching to skate again. I skated between the ages of 14-16, never really progressed much at the time but I really want to give it a go again. I don't think I was committed in improving at the time and I can't wait to get set up go again. I'm going to sub to keep up to date with you. Looking forward to seeing your progress in the coming months.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the sub! I've been laying low for several weeks coz of the virus, things are easing a bit now. So outta practice! Keep it up man! Nice to hear you're back at it! Never too late!

[@harleyburton8731]

I'm doing the same thing. 42 years old, and my wife (45y/o) decided she wanted to roller skate, so I compromised and told her I would skate but had to be outside. No skating rinks. The last thing I want to do is run over a little kid. So, I got a pair of inline skates, and she got a pair of quads. Been out like 6 times now, and having a blast. Just getting good enough to hop curbs and stuff, so I'm no pro, but it's been a lot of fun. Fell a good few times, and we feel it a little longer than a teenager, but it turns out we still heal up in our 40s. Decided to put a board together and give that a go. Can't wait for it to get here. Not gonna quit the inlines for sure, but a board just seems more me. I hope you stick with it and have fun.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks alot for sharing! That sounds great and inspiring! Happy you picked up a board too! Stay safe and have fun!

[@tonyb.7158]

I used to skateboard when I was 10. Couldn't get me off that thing. Stopped and tried to get back into in the 80s. 55 now and just started longboarding and now putting together a cruiser. Bought my 7 year old niece a board to spend time with her. Thanks for the inspiring video D!

[@mk-421]

When I was a kid, between 8th and 9th grade, I went on summer vacation with my friend's family to Florida. I had some spending money that I saved up to have fun while we were there, but first day I went into a skate shop and blew all my money on a professional board. I totally sucked but skating was always something I wanted to do, so I had high hopes. When I came back home that kinda got put on the back burner. Bandcamp started and I never really looked back with music and drums. Now that the pandemic hit, playing music and drums for a living is on the back burner. I'm 43 now, a father, and I have a lot of time on my hands. So now my daughter and I started skating together. Man, it's hard to put into words how bonding it's been for the two of us. I hope you and yours, and we too, keep at it. Failing and getting up and trying again. There's something very powerful in that recipe.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks a lot for taking the time to share that comment! We're about the same age, and both play music! Awesome you get to bond with your kid! Have fun and stay safe out there!

[@drewmatthews4559]

Dude!!!! Just saw this video! You are so awesome to do something like this. Thank you. Just turned 37, I skated in my teens then life hit! Lol. This video inspired me to to go out and buy a board and start back myself! Thank you so much for this video. Keep pushing and wear a helmet! Safty first.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi Drew, sorry for the late reply! But many thanks for your awesome comment. Glad you liked the video. And really happy to have met so many like-minded people in this comments section. But yes, we gotta take care of ourselves when we skate, we're older, but still have lots of people depending on us, haha!

[@blakejerggens5802]

THANKS FOR POSTING THIS! I'm 45 yrs old, I really needed 2 see this!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hey Blake, thanks for the comment and super glad you enjoyed the video! Sorry for the late reply! Hope your skate journey has been going smooth, have fun, but get the safety gear!

[@kayabangantv]

Inspiring bro! Good job! Feel like doing it as well on my 30s

[@GiveItAShotASMR]

This rocks dude. 2021 and onward!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Keep rockin'!

[@rtornellort]

I started skating in Hollywood Hills in 1978 when I was 10 but stopped in 2014 when my best friend and "Skate Guru" passed from cancer. It brought back too many memories but after watching and reading the comments I just put together a new skate and headed to the park. Thanks for the inspiration and good luck. If you stick with it and do your own thing it's a great sport and has been the backbone of my life. \m/

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Oh wow, thanks a lot for sharing that story! Good luck to you as well! I'm definitely going to try to stick with it! Stay safe!

[@paulshajosephjr]

I skated as a kid and now during the pandemic I did the exact same thing I am skating with my kids its a great experience and I love hanging out and skating with them. NIce to see I am not alone. Good luck.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the message! It's amazing that it seems that many of us had the similar idea as well! Keep it up and stay safe!

[@mateusds909]

35 year old here! Trying to get fit and really liking this video. Ill check out some of your other stuff as i begin my own skate journey! Thanks for sharing!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Mateus, sorry for the late reply, but I appreciate your comments! Hope your skate journey's going smooth!

[@salgilead2801]

Props bro that’s amazing ,it’s never late to start something new in life

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Sal! Yep, never too late and never too old! Stay safe!

[@J-B876]

45 and got back into it after 30 years a month ago. Great video and good luck man

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Oh wow! great to hear! We're like the same age! Great to hear we're not alone! haha! Stay safe!

[@GarrySK8s]

Dude...I'm only 2 minutes in and I already know I'm gonna love this channel! I can see the passion in your eyes... :) ... sweet! ... this is gonna be fun! I got lots to catchup I suppose. 715 subs... you ain't sleepin'... okay... Let's go... :) Good luck, bro! Edit: your buddy is worth GOLD!... You'll have the journey of your life! Cool to see you have a good friend teaching you!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Garry! That's encouraging! I bought a helmet and some pads, just to be on the safe side! But it's been tough getting out to skate lately over here. Hope things get better soon! Stay safe man.

[@cushtyman]

Literally bought my first board ever at 34! I’m hoping to transfer my snowboarding skills to skateboarding. Keep up the good work

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi Daniel! Thanks for the support! Snowboarding! Man, I'd like to try that too, since it doesn't snow over here in Hong Kong, I don't know when it'll be safe for all of us to travel again to somewhere that has snow. Hopefully one day soon!

[@ivohage]

Nice man!!! How are you doing so far? I am 32, snowboard a lot and always wanted to get into skateboarding but never did it. I really want to learn now hoping I can land a kickflip or ollie some day....

[@tears4fears1000]

First time on a skateboard - summer 1977 dismantled rollerskate screwed onto a piece of wood, age almost 13, i am now 55 yrs old and decided to see if i could still do it while was still able to, went out on sunday bought a reasonably good board & went for a go the next day, hard to explain how good it felt, didn't bail once, im not done yet !

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Wow, you built your own skateboard as a kid? Cool! And it's great that you're still doing it now! Keep safe, have fun, and wear those pads and helmet. I went and got one myself!

[@Hrod24]

I thought I was old starting at 28. Good luck with your progress man

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Now way! Thanks and you keep it up too! Stay safe!

[@SonnyZaide]

Thanks for this. I just turned 47 and haven’t skated since 1989. I want to try again, so thanks for the inspiration!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for sharing! And glad you liked the video! We're pretty much the same age!

[@mikkomarkuskaariainen9023]

Keep shredding,Brother❤just came back my 4.th session,since started again in 49..so Hard and slow progress like all good things are❤Prayers n Blessings from Finland❤

[@dennisd4452]

I'm 51 and coming back after several decades. Pray for me. lmao. Currently looking at baker board and 3 block along with some bones rough riders wheels for that cruiser feel.

[@robscanlan]

Keep going, it builds character and it will be a great story of “you”.

[@jamesparker6017]

Melbourne Beach Florida 🌴🇺🇸 USA. Iam a 77 year young boarder ! Good for you. 🏄

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Oh wow! That's inspiring!

[@Jay-ov2cj]

I'm 44 years old and last night I spent an hour trying to ollie over a 4" tall amazon box I reconstructed:).

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Dude, I'd be glad if I could get 2" off the ground...haha!

[@DiscoStu950]

Also started at 43, loving it so far!!¡

[@jessa.3857]

Congrats man!! I just started rollerblading again at 45.....feels great!! Only thing that scares me is falling and messing myself up, lol.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Yea, I know how you feel! Have fun and stay safe!

[@samilkvriezen2443]

Great stuff man! Are you still learning to skate ? Would love to see another episode of this.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

The parks here in HK finally were opened back up! I'll try to film a skate progress video soon! Thanks a lot!

[@TheDeadKingsRaven]

Subscribed because my favorite part of skateboarding is hyping up others. You’re doing awesome, I remember as a kid a jock making fun of us skateboarding. I asked if he wanted to try just going down a super small bank. Needless to say he respected how much talent it takes to get to the point of even attempting to Ollie. Keep it up, you’re doing awesome!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Chris for the encouraging words! I've been trying to find areas around Hong Kong where I could safely practice, a lot of places either frown upon skateboarding or are too dense with people. Also many parks are still closed. Man, I'm eager to skate more regularly. Not to mention it's surprisingly good exercise too! Stay safe!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Oh and thanks for the sub too!

[@TheDeadKingsRaven]

@@ThatAdamDiaz you’re welcome, hopefully you can find a park still open. I still wear a mask when skateboarding alone at mine. Don’t want to risk anyone that might show up. Be safe and have fun. 🙂

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

@@TheDeadKingsRaven You too! Stay safe out there!

[@diddymelone2265]

Oh wow I saw that title and was like 😮 oh god thats me, soon, I am 34 and In made the decision recently, gathering confidence. You are definetely helping me with that 💪

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Diddy for the comment! Like Sal said, never too late! Have fun out there and stay safe!

[@cymayuan4513]

I grow up in HK and wanted to skate since I was small. I think the biggest problem we have is that we dont have a lot of space to skate. I am now 29 and went to study in the States and I started to skate and I am skating all alone with very slow progress. It is very encouraging to see this video. Thank you for sharing it!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's great to hear! Keep it up and stay safe!

[@darinjacobson4441]

Man I'm getting back at it at 41! I actually had a Frankie Hill board back in the early 90's and just rebuilt a reissue! Hope the skating is still going well!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Awesome to hear! I hurt my knee (not from skating) and it has been taking a while to heal but hope to start cruising soon!

[@thetreoman]

I love that he’s learning. One thing is to learn tricks that aren’t high risk. I started skating at 14, but I’m 30 now and just started guitar, and I see 3 year olds shredding, I know how you feel.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks a lot! And yes, about the 3 year old rockers! haha, it's amazing the pace at which young kids are learning now! Back in my day, I was still playing with my GI Joe figures when I was 10.

[@jonmullenax778]

as a guy 53 getting back pushing, that is a awesome looking place to just cruise around.

[@SammeLagom]

Most important is to have fun! I'm 43 as well and recently bought a new board in wait for spring here in Sweden. I think some people feel they are to old for many things, but its good to fight those thoughts. We "oldboys/girls" just need to do things more carefully is what i think :-D :-D I will get an Helmet tough because i need to keep my head in one piece :-p

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Haha so true, it's amazing how many times we tell ourselves certain things that actually limits us for no apparent reason. But ur right about that helmet though... Haha! Happy skating man!

[@SNIPEZONE23]

35 and just got my first board 2 weeks ago!!! It's been fun so far & I'm doing better than I expected 😊 I'm glad the dream stayed alive!

[@hollydennis875]

What the heck lol... I am 49, overweight ...trying to just stay on the board, let alone ride lol... I can't even stay on the board lol

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi there! I had tried it very briefly in my teen years, but wasn't very good at it at all. When getting back on to it in my 40s, I found the hardest part was trying to turn; and obviously just building up the courage to stay on the board. I just bought some extra protective gear after seeing a buddy of mine slam the floor pretty hard from what looked like an innocuous slip. Have fun but also stay safe out there!

[@scottphilips8514]

Bend the knees slightly, most beginners go straight legged and it messes with your balance , very slight knee bend helps a lot

[@TheonlyViera]

I just got a few boards, I’m 41. What scares me is the balance, how did you get past that fear so quick? You have been doing great!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's awesome! I got a fairly wide skateboard, and I think that feels great for cruising, but I'm trying to learn some basic tricks such as the shove it and I think it would probably be slightly easier on a lighter (not as wide) board. For balancing, the sensation for me almost felt like skating on ice for the first time, you almost kinda freeze fearing the board would just slide out from under you; but I guess these are all normal things to overcome when skating for the first time. I got some really helpful tips from watching Aaron from Braille Skateboarding youtube channel, where he gives great advice about just logging hours on your board, just cruising, focusing on the carve and kick turning. You should check it out if you haven't already! Stay safe! Also getting some basic protective gear may help as well, in terms of your confidence. Stay safe!

[@Sami-Gantz]

I just found an Element board a neighbour had put out on the kerb. Gonna learn starting today. I could do an ollie and a shove-it when I was a teen but that's it. And neither of those I could do when rolling because I was terrified of stacking it. I'm 40 now and way more confident in my abilities and I think that is where us older learners can start from. We know our limitations and can work around them. My 4 year old daughter is loving messing about with it too so maybe we can learn together.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

It is great that this is an activity we could do with our kids! Keep it up and stay safe!

[@aheathenoutdoors4947]

Hey man, just found your channel cuz I am old dude starting to skate again. Bring us some more on your progression skating

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Yes, will film more of that once things begin to settle a bit more over here in Hong Kong. Thanks for the support and patience! Stay safe!

[@element_47]

33 here, just got my first board in over 15 years. Even when I skated as a kid I wasn't any good, and could really only Ollie, shy it, and kickflip sometimes. But i really wanted to get back out there and get active again. Hope you're still skating and doing well, my friend. We're not too old yet!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

No we're not too old just yet! I haven't been skating that much this year...life...ya know? But I wanna get out there again. Super hot in HK at the moment. I know people that have regular meet ups with people their own age to play badminton...maybe I should start a meet up of 40 year olds to go skating? What a sight that would be...haha.

[@Panda27289]

Call me weird but i love to see people progress. Especially in a world where people like to see others fail. I dont care whether were both going for the same job and you get it and i dont, knowing youve bettered yourself and youre moving on up? Chuffed for you man. And thats the same here. Ive wanted to learn for years and youre actually doing it. Good on ya!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Not weird at all! Thanks for the encouragement! I've been really motivated by the number of people here that just simply are sincerely stoked on others enjoying life taking up skateboarding, no matter what the age! All the best to you and stay safe!

[@Bassolator]

awesome vid... I am 38 now Iand just discovered my old board in the basement from when I was 18. I think I wil give it another shot. Thank you!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi Bass! Thanks for the comment and glad you liked the video! How's the old board doing? Probably needs some TLC after so long?

[@seferis101]

I think the "gliding positon" is called coast. (see Lupe Fiasco's song Kick Push)

[@subconscioussabotage]

Just bought my first board. I’m not as old as a lot of you but I’m 26 almost and have DID and anorexia and I just want to have some physical and emotional therapy and playing outside this summer with my roommate and learning sounds so fun. Best of luck to all the other beginners out there 👍

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for sharing! Definitely getting outdoors and some exercise sounds a great idea! Have fun and stay safe.

[@siddharthkinger]

Bought my first skateboard at 35. Took one month time to learn cruising. cant really tell if I want to learn the tricks. No real skateboard parks here at my place. Just normal parks. But the best part is that I have started a skateboarding workshop for the kids to learn. That has been really fun. Nice video .. thanks

[@Ungracefulmovement]

I hope there's more in this series

[@justmonkey13]

43 here, started in ‘89 stopped when I was about 23-24 picked up a Powell Cab Ban This w/g-bones. It’s been fun getting back at it.I’m a week back and still got my ollie and manuel lol.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's awesome to hear and great you still can ollie!

[@unicornwitchprincess1004]

Wait…but he started off so good already!!! My board just came in today, I don’t know if I’m going to be as solid as you right off the bat, hahah

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

How's it going?

[@jschwerk]

I startet skateboarding at 40 and it‘s so much fun to just cruise with my man. Unfortunately I fell off my board last week broke three of my ribs and damaged my pleura. Hopefully today is my last day in hospital. Defenitely will get on my board as son as I am recovered from this. Stay save and have fun!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Oh man, so sorry to hear that happened man. Hope you're well and staying safe out there!

[@rleetaylor3]

I'm a 47 year old, coming back to it after 30 something years, and I wasn't good then. I've been having a blast relearning the things I sort of knew back in the day. The boards are so much different than I remember, but I'm having a blast. I always wear a helmet and usually wrist guards, personally. Welcome to the Old Heads Skate Crew! Have a great time!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the comment and sorry for the late reply. Haha, old heads skate crew, looks like we need to get some t-shirts made!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the comment and glad you liked the video! Have fun and stay safe!

[@shayosdaddymitchell5395]

49 50 in June, been back on the long board for a few months and recently picked up mountain boarding.

[@TomTalksAboutIt]

I've really been wanting to pull the trigger myself. This is a great video man! I love how helpful the guy is. I heard wide wheels are important for just starting out. The ones he gave your are super small

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the comment! Yea, he did recommend kinda small wheels, but it worked out ok, as I'm not usually on super rough surfaces (at least as much as I can avoid it). HK is not as convenient in general to skate freely in huge parking lots for example as compared to the States. It's generally a small, packed, and mostly privately owned areas that make it a little less convenient. But definitely get some pads and helmet to be safe!

[@TomTalksAboutIt]

@@ThatAdamDiaz oh I see, thanks for the info!

[@OmarEstrada-pt5pq]

I am 46 years old and my 8 year old son wanted to learn to skate, so I bought him a Penny and I a skateboard ... the problem was who teaches us? After a few days and some scrapes and falls, I learned the hard way 😣 but it was fun. Currently 6 months have passed and I managed to buy a longboard dance (and protections! 😜) and it is incredible !! there is no doubt that it is never too late to learn and do what you like. I have learned a few tricks and I am a fan of Lotfi Lamali. Remember: Don't stop friend! Blessings from Mexico!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks so much Omar for the comment! Yes, it's never too late to learn! You keep it up too! Stay safe and have fun!

[@sadburger777]

thanks for this mad. im 38 w 2kids. just started learning to skate this week

[@yoflo3002]

44, started the other week at the same time my daughter did, loving it so far. No surrender

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the comment, stay safe out there!

[@ruthmurphy2956]

You did great. I'm thinking of getting a board :)

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks a lot! It's definitely fun! I recommend it! But again, definitely pick up a helmet and pads as well. And there are some excellent youtube channels for beginners that offer some great advice for those just starting out. It's also fantastic for cardio, haha.

[@orbphotography2254]

43, dad of 3, just bought a longboard. Thanks for this video dosn't make me feel so bad now, but I'm not entering a skate park, leave that for the kids 🤣

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

About the skatepark, I totally feel outta place as well! Haha.

[@Manu_____.]

Thirty two here and hoping to learn soon. It's never too late! ❤💪🏻🛹

[@ajslinn]

This is awesome! keep at it

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks AJ for the encouragement! Stay safe!

[@komeng2006]

Same here bro. I’ve always been fascinated by skateboarding, when I was young music came in, studies and these and those. Now that I’m a dad of a boy, I decided to push my boy to skate and I bought myself one too so my boy would have skate buddy plus it’s about time for me to do this. I believe I can do this even tough I’m 42 yo now, let’s go

[@RapidCycling07]

Wow man was that your first time skating in the park? That was really good. You have good balance. I just got a skateboard and feel like it just wants to fly out from under my feet. I think I should’ve bought a bigger skateboard (7.625 width). Keep up the good work bro. Peace!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

I've tried it like decades ago but never stuck to it! Yes, riding the skateboard initially was difficult coz I felt out of control on a slippy slide! Haha...but at my own pace I was able to work out little ways to at least manage some semblance of balance. Boy did my feet hurt for some reason.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

I got a fairly wide skateboard too, you should try it man. Stay safe!

[@Sleurhutje]

Most newbies lock their knees, which ensures an amazing way of falling. First thing, bend your knees a bit. And when you feel you're going to fall, drop your body to lower the center of gravity. Falling will end up in a short slide or roll instead of a maximum velocity somersault.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for the tips Pipo! It was a weird feeling at first, and still is sometimes, feeling like my legs are locked stiff on the board as I'm trying to move. I'm a lot better now turning right, but still a bit stiff turning left.

[@iggykarl4879]

You did awesome bro, keep skating

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks Iggy!

[@Mantorp86]

It doesn't matter the age, it's all about what you love doing. It's never too late for everything.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

That's true! It's never too late.

[@ivydent]

I love snowboarding and I'm goofy! I would TOTALLY love to learn skateboard!

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hope you do! Just make sure you get safety gear as well!

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

That journey!!! For all ages!!! Fuck being cool or not feeling cool enough!!!

[@esstee5888]

So im 40, and my kids found my skateboard. Not my original from when i was young, but a birthday gift my wife bought me for my 30th. I was too nervous to really get onto it. I have since bought them their own, and although im still nervous to do anything more than ride around, they have given me a reason to give it another shot. This video is encouraging.

[@noreply-mp]

Loved the video, thanks for sharing. How is your skate progress 7 months on?

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Hi Noreply! I was just telling Jacques that it's been going very slowly for me in terms of progress, mainly because it's become a bit more complicated getting to the skatepark with what has been going on the whole year (we've hit the 4th wave of outbreaks). And unfortunately, in Hong Kong, there aren't a lot large smooth surfaced public spaces (like large carparks) that would freely allow us to pop in skate for a couple hours, unless you're willing to likely get kicked out by security, haha. I'm hoping things will turn around this year. But thanks for asking and your comment, stay safe!

[@nikiforberg]

I use to skate as a teenager between 1988 - 1993. I'm 44 now and I've introduced my kids to it, got a really wide board and soft wheels for myself. Maan, I can still olie and kick flip, but my gawd how sketchy and unsure it feels. I've decided to just relearn riding so I can get my confidence back. Peace to all the 40 yo dad's out there who are either picking it back up again or learning for the first time. Keep at it.

[@ThatAdamDiaz]

Thanks for sharing! We're the same age! Yea, still uneasy on the board, but it sure is fun! Just cruising alone is relaxing and a good work out. Have fun and stay safe!