Simple But POWERFUL Ways To Increase Your CONFIDENCE On Roller Skates TODAY

Hi Skater. Confidence is a huge factor for a most skaters. I'm fine on the flat but put me in a skate park and I too have confidence issues.
I hope this helps you improve your confidence and your skating journey.
Happy rolling
Katie xx
0:00 - Intro
0:06 - Safety Gear
1:42 - Balance
2:20 - Posture and Falling
3:58 - Equipment
5:43 - Confidence Chat
6:05 - Bye Bye
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[@robynrey6742]

I like how you said “practice makes progression” instead of the typical “practice makes perfect”. Takes a lot of pressure off from being a beginner. It’s the learning process that makes the journey fulfilling after all. :)

[@Skatie]

Most definitely! The fun bit is the journey xx 💕💕⭐️⭐️

[@MilenaSantos-hj1fl]

I just started roller skating and finding your channel was the best thing that happend! You teach very well and it gives me confidence to try new things! I just learned how to march thanks to your videos, thank you so much for making them!

[@Skatie]

That’s fantastic!!! Well done. We make the videos but you put in all the hard work ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🛼🛼🛼💕💕

[@licksnkicks1166]

Thx Katie know that we love you so much for all of your videos and helping me to become a better skater! ❤❤

[@Kara-so7gf]

For me the biggest confidence booster was going on a challenging bumpy pavement that was still save to skate on, because once I drove there and back any other surface filled like the smoothest concrete ring. I of course made sure to know how to balance, stop, pivot and all the things to keep me save. Going on a uneven surface that is still consistent in it's challenges was a great way to build my confidence in skating outside and I would recommend!

[@ahjortegaard]

Thank you for making these videos, Katie! They're such a great help, and I feel so much more confident on my roller skating journey due to your quality instruction videos :)

[@Skatie]

I'm so glad! 💕 Thank you xx

[@asphyxiasian]

Was looking for videos for my loving family who always want to come skate with me, but are gaining confidence on wheels. I’ve seen many videos over the years, but in my recent binging looking for sound tutorials for my family, I keep finding your channel. I wish I could like every video several times.

[@Skatie]

Thank you so much. My whole family skated when I was little and I have lots of wonderful memories of growing up skating. I hope you all enjoy your skating together. 💕💕💕

[@trinitysullivan8868]

Katie you make the best tutorials. Straight to the point, detailed and easy to understand.

[@Skatie]

Thank you so much 💕💕⭐️⭐️

[@zerro_ducks_given5662]

i’ve gone roller skating at a rink probably once a year, mediocre skills, and then I got roller skates for my bday and your videos have been a lot of help to learn roller skating!

[@Skatie]

That’s fantastic! So glad the videos are helping you. Have fun x

[@MLLakwatsera]

The last part of this video really hit hard. Thank you Katie, I'm learning a lot from you 🥰

[@Skatie]

💕💕⭐️

[@Metztlim]

Great tips, Skatie! Love your videos!!

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx 🛼💕⭐️😀

[@torimckelvey9412]

Katie you’re my new fave channel for skate vids!!! Keep up the amazing content 💕💕💕

[@Skatie]

Thank you 💕⭐️🛼😀

[@pichuun]

Love you katie thank you for all the quality videos! I hope you get to a million subs and beyond because you deserve it.

[@Skatie]

Aww thank you so much xx ⭐️⭐️💕🛼

[@SaraKin123]

Thank you, dear! Your videos help me soooo much! 🤗😘

[@Skatie]

That’s lovely to hear. Thank you ⭐️💕

[@juliajesus2162]

Amazing tips! Thank you❤

[@Skatie]

You're so welcome! 😎 💕⭐️ Hope it helps.

[@stacyj4858]

Your videos are the best! Thanks so much❤

[@Skatie]

Glad you like them! Thank you ⭐️💕🤩😎

[@FoxFaderWorld]

You have been a big help on this journey. Thank you for making it easy to understand.

[@Skatie]

I’m so glad I’ve been a part of your journey. Have lots of fun 🤩 on your wheels!

[@FoxFaderWorld]

@@Skatie 😊

[@WhyTho699]

Now I know what to do when I go skating! Thank you so much!

[@Skatie]

Have fun! 🛼🛼⭐️🌟

[@quantumsquid4314]

What a lovely video, thank you!

[@Skatie]

You are so kind. Thank you ⭐️

[@jenuelzethgonzales3474]

This is the best tutorial. Ive watched a lot.

[@Skatie]

Thank you so much 🛼⭐️💕

[@_xalienqueenx_8911]

I’ve started skating this year, in october, and even if i’ve become better and still learning… i’m still afraid of falling! But thanks for your videos, they’re such great advices ❤️

[@Skatie]

I absolutely understand that feeling. As an adult skater I think we’re often all too aware of our responsibilities and want an injury would mean to the people around us too. Wear your safety gear and lock in those fundermentals before attempting any tricks etc. As you feel more stable and in control of your skates the confidence will come x

[@babygurl4492]

Thank you so much! You're amazing :)

[@Skatie]

💕⭐️🛼😀

[@kathydilullo6740]

What I would like is a place to skate! I find myself watching green with envy that you have a lovely place to go.

[@Skatie]

We hire a small village hall every week. It's not big but it does have a lovely floor at a reasonable price. Do you have any local village halls that you could approach? Maybe you could share the cost with other local skaters? It's so hard to find nice spaces. Hope you find somewhere xx

[@euge6994]

This video is great ♥ i have been learning for 4-5 months and i'm still a little insecure while trying new stuff. I want to improve but i'm afraid i may fall. Thanks for explaining everything so simple and in a sweet manner!

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx. It’s so normal to feel that way when learning a new skill. I still get that feeling, especially at the skate park! 😳

[@Random_Wierdo.]

One thing that really helped me with my confidence was falling. Are used to be so scared of it but after I fell a couple of times, it’s all good.

[@Skatie]

Great tip! Learning to fall is a whole skill in itself. Safety can definitely help too. ⛑️

[@dennymc9646]

I've bought a pair of skates after near on 30 years of not skating, for fun with my kids and to be a bit more active. I forgot everything, literally everything. Your videos have been great not just to give me tips of what to physically do, but also in giving me the confidence to try. Thank you. Something I am struggling with, and would like to maybe see a video on, is just generally moving around, stairs or moving down a step etc. Again, thanks for the videos, they really help a lot.

[@Skatie]

So glad they’re helping x. That’s a good idea for a video. Thank you 💕🛼⭐️

[@nappyqueen86]

Good videos thank you so much

[@Skatie]

💕⭐️💕

[@MMKJ]

Thank you for saved my life 😆

[@Skatie]

💕💕

[@JaniceReso]

Your video’s help me alot! My 9yo got into skating couple of months ago and I was so scared to get on those skates after 20 years BUT Katie came to the rescue 🙌🏾♥️

[@Skatie]

This makes me so happy to hear. You've got this. 💕 🛼 ⭐️

[@JaniceReso]

@@Skatie Thank you so much!♥️ your video’s have helped me more than you know! I’ve assembled the falling part lol 😂 but also the moving part 🙌🏾, the stopping part I have to work on but at least I’m not scared anymore. Never felt so free♥️☀️🛼.

[@TiaJonesiful]

Had a really bad fall on my skates about a month ago, all healed up now but low key scared to get back to it… thanks for the vid/tips

[@Skatie]

Hope you can back to feeling happy on your skates again 💕💕⭐️

[@andyb9994]

Great tips my daughter and I just got done with some lessons and 95% is the same as what you are demonstrating, love seeing some different techniques tho....see help different than others....thanks for.you tips💯🎄

[@Skatie]

Great to hear your journey is going so well xx ⭐️💕🛼

[@swissalmond20]

I got my first roller skate last summer, I was so scared if I broke my 40years old bones, so I watched all of your videos and it helped me get started well. I haven’t worn my roller skate almost for a year now, but definitely will try soon this summer again! Thank you so much for all your helpful videos!!💖🤍💖

[@Skatie]

Take your time and skate to your confidence level. Really lock in those fundamentals, forwards, backwards first. Then turns / transitions.

[@swissalmond20]

@@Skatie Yes! I will do that! I’m still learning backward. 😅 Thank you so much for tour kind encouraging words!!🎀

[@marshadavis260]

I love your videos, I always watch them before I go out and skate unfortunately the street I live on is very rough and bumpy , I skate better on the basketball court at the park it’s nice and smooth if I feel a bit wobbly I come down low and that really does save you.

[@Skatie]

Sounds like you’re doing amazing! ⭐️⭐️💕🛼😀

[@MsElegantChick]

Thank you so much for these learning skating videos I'm just now getting back to skating over 30 years...I'm BACK 😂

[@Skatie]

Great to have you back! Enjoy xx ⭐️💕🛼😎

[@allymtro8685]

Hey Katie, i recently got my roller skates yesterday, ive been having trouble roller skating but your videos have helped a whole lot! You explain things so well! I have a quick question, is it normal for the gloves to leave you small bruises?

[@annabanana6547]

I also got my skates yesterday!! Im so excited to go skate today. Good luck!

[@allymtro8685]

@@annabanana6547 good luck too you too!

[@Skatie]

By gloves do you mean the wrist guards? The wrist guards can bruise you if you fall hard but just wearing them they should be comfortable. If they’re giving you bruises without a fall maybe they are too tight or not fitting you correctly?

[@allymtro8685]

@@Skatie oh, thank you for telling me, i guess they just dont fit right because they are uncomfortable.

[@sebastiananthony5442]

Could we cover attitude turns & arabesque pose technical aspects to practice and drills that would help master these positions

[@Skatie]

That’s a great idea. ⭐️💕🛼🛼

[@kaceo.damondaze5270]

Prodesigned knee pads offer great protection and don’t get in the way as much as some other roller derby/park/outdoor skating. They’re pricey BUT saving your knees is worth the price.

[@Skatie]

Great advice. Thank you for sharing xx

[@biatmr]

First! I love ur vids❤️❤️

[@Skatie]

🏆

[@MsAdreaL]

Hi! What wrist guards are you wearing in this video?

[@Skatie]

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[@lorrainecotton5414]

Where did you get your wrist guards from? I have wrist guards with plastic on both sides.

[@Skatie]

These are just a cheap set from Amazon but I highly recommend the triple 8 rd ones. Www.skatie.co.Uk. They’re on my website

[@mdcs1992]

I've just bought skates in my sixties. (male). My other half thinks I'm crazy and that I'll really hurt myself. I've NEVER roller skated before but used to be a pretty good ice skater (at least going forwards). However, "used to" was 40+ years ago! I will feel embarrassed at my age going out in public and trying to learn but I have invested in protective equipment. That said, am I mad to even try!?

[@Skatie]

Never too old! Just take your time, concentrate on balance exercises, learn to fall and bail to your safety gear. Bend bend bend. Keep low to the ground and your knees super soft. Like shock absorbers. Video yourself often so you can check your form. Do not hold yourself rigid. Oh and most importantly, have fun! 💕🛼⭐️

[@JoJo-xz6fw]

I'm keen to get back into skating but my confidence is non existent 😬. I currently have a pair of Raptor skates but they seem very heavy and too rigid. Are they suitable for somebody returning to skating? As a 50 + female I'm looking for a pair of outdoor skates, not too pricey, please could you recommend? Thanks for your videos, they're very helpful. 👏❤️

[@Skatie]

The Raptors are very rigid. I’m not personally a fan of the hard shell skates. You might better in something like the rookie Artistics, Chaya Melrose or Suregrip boardwalks.

[@JoJo-xz6fw]

@@Skatie thank you so much for your reply, I'm hunting for a pair 😂👌🏻

[@boots3066]

Hi SKatie. I'm in Aus and am revisiting my high school skating past. Recently purchased a pair of full-on Jackson skates that are nuts. In March last year a drugged-up neighbour assaulted me and 'obliterated' my face (surgeons report). I nearly died. I occasionally suffer from post-traumatic vertigo when I look down. Any tips for people like me? I promise nothing you suggest will be used against you as I think you are a rockstar. Much love.

[@Skatie]

Oh I’m so sorry that happened to you. Must have been so traumatic. For me skating is my escape from the responsibility of being an adult. Ear buds in and escape to your own world where it’s just you and the sound of your skates. 💕💕💕

[@boots3066]

@@Skatie Thank you. I'm re-learning to do some of the most simple things. I got this!

[@alice_mation]

finally, practise makes progression, not perfect!

[@Skatie]

Yup practice practice practice is the key. 💕🛼⭐️😀

[@charlottebarnett7840]

Do you have good helmets for people with big heads? I'm buying skates and pads from Moxi but their helmets only go up to 23 and a half inches and my head is 24 and a half inches

[@Skatie]

S1 do amazing helmets and they can be size adjusted using padding inserts.

[@charlottebarnett7840]

@@Skatie Ok, Thanks!!!

[@caseyholt1822]

What about the rattle? How do I fix this?

[@Skatie]

Is your skate making a rattling sound? If you give it a shake does it rattle too? If so it could be a loose component. If it’s mainly rattling when you skate then it could be a bearing.

[@ShakirSkater]

i am big fan

[@Skatie]

💕💕⭐️⭐️

[@arhamzohaib9005]

Its hard for me as I have on line wheelie and two wheels at the end

[@Skatie]

Oh yes. No toe stops. My daughter skates in inlines. I sometimes borrow hers but I’m definitely a quad girl! 🛼🛼

[@zacmr.pencil452]

This is my fourth time i am a pro 😊

[@Skatie]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😎

[@Vrais23]

Watching while stuck in bed recovering from broken elbow surgery from a backwards fall. 🥲

[@Skatie]

Oh no! 🤕. Hope it’s not too serious and you’re not in too much pain 💕💕

[@giuliacara5419]

Love this video!! Learning the balance and how to fall really is a life saver. I know now, after fracturing my coccyx 🥲

[@Skatie]

Ouch!! ⭐️⭐️