really my favorite channel to watch and i haven't even started yet, just so so encouraging and heartwarming and teaching safety above all, thank you so much!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a lovely comment. Happy rolling 👍💕🛼
@reetercat2 жыл бұрын
After not skating for 30 years, I am happy to say that I can still do backwards better than forward for some reason! You videos are great. The drills really do help. :)
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear you’re back on your skates. Have fun 👍🛼💕
@carguybikeguy2 ай бұрын
I just found this channel simply by doing a search for how to rollerskate. I truly appreciate this because as an adult, it is difficult for me to learn new things outside of my comfort zone. But now I have kids and they are little sponges for new experiences. my daughter took to skating like the proverbial duck to water. And I realized very quickly it was something that she craved and so to give us something to bond over I bought myself some skates and allowed her to give me my first lessons. She’s out of town, but I want to have learned enough to make it seem like I’ve always known how when she sees me put on my skates next.
@rhiannonmorrell54872 жыл бұрын
I started skating today (I mean falling I done nothing but fall) I can’t even do bubbles ☹️ roller skating is so much easier than what it looks
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
You’ll get there. Just concentrate on finding your balance standing. Standing on carpet can help as it stops the wheels from rolling too much. Bend your knees, take it slow. Don’t forget your ⛑
@asmamurad66242 ай бұрын
Just trying your best and practice and I am getting roller skates too I hope you the best
@henleynikas22772 жыл бұрын
Binge watching your videos and waiting my skates to arrive! Your vids are perfect, short but detailed enough. First problem I'm probably facing is... That you make skating look so easy! Reality is going to hit me hard when I put my skates on for the first time 😅😁 Thank you for your videos, I'm gonna be watching these a lot!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic! It will feel really weird at first. Strapping wheels to your feet is a crazy idea but so much fun. xx 👍💕🛼
@Lotuslvrs2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much! as someone with fear of everything yet with the determination to sake i love how you point out the things we do wrong that i feel like other people dont focus on. i really love this video 💓💓💓
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you xx. I’ve taught lots of beginners over the years and I think it helps to correct those common mistakes before they happen. Saves so much frustration. Enjoy your skating journey 💕
@leoparedesphotography17192 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and very helpful. I've been using your videos to learn how to skate (best midlife crisis ever) and also using your tips to teach my kids. We love your style of teaching!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic! Thank you 👍💕🛼
@bettythefrootloop5705 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this! I found your channel when looking for how to stop and thanks to this vid I checked my new skates - the wheels were all different levels of tight, you helped me adjust them just right! Plus I felt validated for getting that safety gear earlier.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
So glad it helped x 🛼⭐️💕
@lalita54132 жыл бұрын
I'm 30 years old. I'm starting to practice skating for 3 days. It's very difficult for me to only have 1 hour a day. But it's a lot of fun. Thanks for your skating guide. P.S. My English is still bad. But it will gradually improve.
@matylda41692 жыл бұрын
Good luck :)
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
You’re English is amazing. Have fun with your skating xx
@arianempd2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these tips, katie!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
💕🤩⭐️
@Eml_18-t7x2 жыл бұрын
I know how to skate but I haven’t checked any videos of tips how to skate because I just kinda taught myself if that makes sense. What this video really helped me figure out some new things that I didn’t know!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
That’s fantastic. ⭐️💕🛼😀 Glad it helped.
@edwinaking92552 жыл бұрын
Hi! thank you so much, I am still waiting for my skates to come in. I am so excited for them to come, snd these tips are so amazing and safe, I have never been more excited to get something than I have with my roller skates. Thank you!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
New roller skates are the best. Enjoy your happy mail and your new hobby x 😎💕⭐️🤩
@KevinKlineisawesome Жыл бұрын
Inspired by a Home Improvement episode, I’m considering saving up to get outdoor skates. These tips are helpful. So far, I only have skates for skating at my local rink.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
If you already have skates just changing the wheels will enable you to skate outside in them. Look for big wheels (60-65mm) and soft (78a - 85a).
@Karolsstudio2 жыл бұрын
It look so easy… but today I felt 4 times😅 I am hoping for a better day tomorrow… your videos are helping me. Thanks.
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Falling means your learning and pushing yourself. Make sure you fall safety onto those softer fleshy bits and definitely avoid your tailbone. 🤕. Have fun 💕💕⭐️⭐️
@roberthayter1572 жыл бұрын
A beautifully produced video. You are a great presenter, you make it so interesting.
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. That’s really kind. I’ll pass your lovely comment on to my husband who’s the cameraman, editor……. (he does everything else other than the skating). 💕👍
@vivienneelliot65872 жыл бұрын
I'm 53! I've not skated since I was a teenager & just bought skates (&the safety gear)as a way of (fun)exercising 🙈 I think I need to swop to soft wheels..I'm nowhere near ready to go outside lol I'm waiting to hear back for some classes at the local skate place. Thanks for your videos, they are so informative 😊💫
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Have fun. Have you had a look at the wheels video? That might help you. What wheels do you have currently. If you’re planning on taking lessons I’d maybe hold off purchasing any equipment as they may have some really good recommendations at your classes.
@alanna41482 жыл бұрын
Great video with tips i haven't heard on before on other channels! Thank you 😊 I love the bloopers at the end by the way!! 😁 Just subscribed!!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 💕👍🛼
@desireebrusman17472 жыл бұрын
Great tips! I love the way that you explain everything. I can’t wait for my skates to get here now!!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Have lots of fun ⭐️⭐️🛼🛼
@biggi-biggi Жыл бұрын
Love this video, thank you so much for your work ❤
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Have fun on your skating journey 🛼⭐️💕
@PlayaProhibida5 ай бұрын
Thank you🙂
@Skatie5 ай бұрын
😎🤩🛼⭐️
@Rose-qk3mb2 жыл бұрын
Your white skates with the metal plates you wear in your videos look so nice, what type of skates and plates are you using? Do they have good ankle support?
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you xx I wear a Risport boot on a roll-line plate. They are figure skates so very stiff with lots of support for landing and leaning on edges etc.
@moonbookishhippie7 ай бұрын
I'm just starting out, and these are so helpful!
@Skatie6 ай бұрын
Glad they’re helping. Have fun 🛼😎⭐️
@WoRm_WoRm222 Жыл бұрын
Very informative, cant wait to start skating! Also, love the pink hair! :)
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Thank you x 💕🛼
@cindyc8218 Жыл бұрын
You're gold! thanks a lot for all this information, some friends and I started to learn skating and you videos have been so helpful!
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Oh that’s fantastic. Plus it’s great to have skate friends. 👍⭐️💕🛼
@qualitydigitalvision2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing 🙏🙏🙏🙏
@needsmorewisdom2 жыл бұрын
hey skatie! thank u for the video i noticed how smooth the editing and filming is, very cool. i’ve got a question about washers on skates: do i need washers on roller skate wheels? i keep getting conflicting info on the topic and recently i replaced my old wheels with outdoor wheels and they didn’t come with washers. are they necessary?
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I shall pass your kind comments on to my husband (camera man and editor). You only need a washer if the skate wheel moves up and down the axel even once the nut is fully tightened. Then you’d need a washer to take up the extra length of the axel. Does that help?
@needsmorewisdom2 жыл бұрын
@@Skatie yes! thank u sm!
@turner79282 жыл бұрын
Washers can also preserve your bearings by providing a uniform surface contact for both the truck axle housing and nut… over tightening can distort the bearing races and shorten their life
@VidhyaRaghav5 ай бұрын
Hi.. i find your video so helpful, as we just got our daughter roller skates as she wanted to learn it. But we have zero knowledge about it. It would be great if you can let us know how to train her right from balancing
@Skatie5 ай бұрын
I have a video on how to train children which might help and also a balancing video. Have lots of fun!
@manwol87182 жыл бұрын
This is helpful skatie. I wonder why my legs always part so much that it gets hard for me to make “bubble”?. Im a beginner and i am really terrible at even trying to make the skates move. Hope you can create more video on muscle movement! Would really appreciate it!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
I have a video on how to do the perfect bubble. I talk about pulling your knee together etc. that may really help you.
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
I'm starting out as well. I've been an ice skater since preschool. I'm having a hard time trying to bubble as well
@picklerick47772 жыл бұрын
Hi Katie old boy skater returning to skating it funny my head noes what to do but my body like nahbya not hahah but it is fun xx
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely know what you mean. I’m the same with the bigger artistic jumps. My body refuses!! 😆
@stormydaye Жыл бұрын
I think I know what I’m doing wrong. I’m trying to put all my weight on all 4 wheels which makes me fall backwards. I need to put the weight in the ball of my feet. Thank you!!!
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Yes! You got it. Keep that weight to the front of the foot and you’ll feel much more stable. Have fun practicing xx 💕⭐️🛼
@lunaclaro1112 жыл бұрын
Thanks a Lot!🙏
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
👍🛼💕
@aira_maee Жыл бұрын
Thanks❤️ this really helps me alot❤️
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
I have loosened the trucks 3 notches from stock setting. Still can't bubble. I weigh 108lbs, (49.9 kg.) The wheels 60.328 mm. They seem rock hard. My weight doesn't seems have any affect on them as far as bubbles go. I go to the Y (gym) several days a week and do ballet type exercises at home. I'm not flabby.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
What skates do you have?
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
@@Skatie Riedell Epic. They have Varsity USA wheels. I don't know the hardness number but they're 60.325mm. I would say however they are like a rock. I'll try again by loosening the trucks another another. (That 4x from the stock setting)
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
@@Skatie O.k. I've loosened the trucks 4 notches from stock. I can't I this point tell the difference. Today went better with the help of Sir Elton. "Nikita" is what I liked to figure skate to. It has a nice tempo. Slightly Latin. Music is a big help as it was on the ice.
@edgemaster52052 жыл бұрын
What kind of skate is good for outside skating
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Really most skates are ok outside as long as they’re metal / nylon plates and metal trucks it’s mainly the wheels that make the difference. Have you seen the wheels video, that really explains the differences?
@Reenameganathan2 жыл бұрын
Hi Skatie, This is my first comment on a KZfaq channel. You teach great. I have started skating but just a terrified person. Do you train people? Where are you in UK?
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Oh thank you. x. We’re based in the south east. We don’t offer in person classes unfortunately but we are planning on launching a comprehensive online course this year.
@satansaiddance7763 Жыл бұрын
Спасибо за ваши видео. Хоть я и не владею языком, но все равно все очень наглядно ❤
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
🤩😎💕⭐️🛼🛼
@tomowakutsu62572 жыл бұрын
Hey Katie, I love your videos because of you I know know how to rollerskate love you❤️✨🥰
Would you mind sharing you wrist, knee, and elbow pads? Pretty pleeease?? 🌸🌷🌸
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Hi. These are the ones I wear a lot. amzn.to/43fkngo
@ajadestone33762 жыл бұрын
What are the best skates.....i am not a beginner but i have not skated in a while
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
I prefer artistic skates as that’s my background but a good skate for reasonable ££ is the rookie artistics or the Chaya Melrose deluxe
@user-bp5ys6px5f Жыл бұрын
❤
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
⭐️💕
@arijsbai53012 жыл бұрын
You are amazing 👏 ❤
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you x
@giftedone2day725 Жыл бұрын
We have a few concrete rinks here in New York. We have a few with rubber mats on because there I've rinks. Then a few wood rinks. Should I just buy two pairs?
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
You may just need to change wheels between surfaces
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
I'm wondering if if it's simpler to start from scratch, than transition from ice to roller. If it's easier to start new I'm screwed. I'm sort of leery about the change. I'm used to a stiff pair of Harlicks. I don't know what sort of boot to start with. What's the least expensive custom? I have to have custom because I have odd feet. I'm a senior so my feet are real sensitive.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
If you’ve ice skated it will definitely help with balance. Just be sure to keep the weight on the ball of the foot. I know with ice it’s good to put the back of the blade in first don’t do that on quads. 🤕 I went from quads to ice and found the transition ok, the hardest bit was remembering to keep straight over the blade and not to lean all My weight over on to one wheel which isn’t there! 😂 (loop take off!). 😂
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
@@Skatie I only skated for myself. I had no illusions about my skills. I just like to dance across the ice to a playlist on my phone. I don't do revolution jumps. Just what I call accent jumps like say a mazurka. I don't spin either. So all I practice is footwork and edging. I imagine moves like rockers and counters must be very difficult on rollers.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
@@biff5856 the turns and spinning are definitely harder on quads as those wheels just don’t like turning. Harder wheels make life easier.
@biff5856 Жыл бұрын
@@Skatie I'm trying to convince myself I'll be better off on quads than returning to figure skakes... and get up the nerve to do do it. I only had one bad injury on the ice in my life, but it was a doozy. Most skaters have none. I caught my toe pick on a large condensation mound. It was like someone pulled my feet out from under me. At least there won't be those pesky mounds in roller arenas. That's a huge plus.
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
@@biff5856 the roller rink is definitely warmer. 😂 🥶
@skye3872 жыл бұрын
Omg my skate wheels are 78 and that's supposed to be making it harder and slower indoors?! :0 It feels like it already goes really fast for me. Probably my age, lol. Btw I'm curious, does the bend knees just for starting or it's a must everytime? Because when I watch videos it doesn't always look like they bend their knees. Sorry, I forgot to ask this also. Do you have a guide for skate protectors? I got confused about the sizings to buy (since I can only buy online). I searched with google but even the biggest size for adult seems like it's way too small for me(it said the number is in cm) but it seems unlikely since I'm not even that big.
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
If you’re happy in your 78’s stick with them. You may be skating on a slippery rink. Rink surface makes a huge difference. The bent knee is super important especially for a beginner. When skaters get more experience they tend to straighten up a little and have instead what I call a soft knee, almost like a shock absorber. Pads can be a bit of a nightmare. Go by the measurement. Moxi do some larger pads which are a better size for adults. Triple 8 is also a good brand for pads especially the triple 8 RD wrist guards.
@skye3872 жыл бұрын
@@Skatie ah! slippery, that makes sense. I was confused at how you can go slow in the video for us to see the movement but I can't do the same, so that's why.
@sophiebell4758 Жыл бұрын
I did inline skating as a child, but never really good (i went from hugging one pole to rolling to and hugging the next, no stopping, no turning no nothing) And i multiple times thought about getting skates, because they looked so much Lighter and easier to manouver, than the heavy bulky inliner. I got a pair of skates last week (didnt sended me the size ordered), sended them back, and got a new pair beginning that week. The first day i fell sooo many times, like a dozen Times in one hour. But at the end i was able to do bubbles, to get up pretty easily and to turn/role a circle! Today was my second attempt that got sadly stopped by rain xD. But i am alteady so much better with the skates than with the inliners, and i am very happy that i finally made the effort to get a pair :)
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Oh that’s wonderful news. Have lots of fun on your skating journey 🛼⭐️⭐️⭐️💕
@sophiebell4758 Жыл бұрын
@@Skatie thank you a Lot :) it really is a Lot of fun, though i have bruises all over my Body xD Even my Butt ^^` but it feels great trying to make a circle left way (turning right is sooo much easier than left) , and after Like half an hour finally getting it :) Its nice that i can See improvements so fast. Your Videos are a Big Help
@Lonelyenglishgirl2 жыл бұрын
This might be a silly question but are the guards just for fashion or do they actually protect your foot? The ones I’ve seen just seem to be fabric
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never worn guards however lots of skaters do. They are mainly to stop the front of the skate from getting too scratched and scuffed. The fabric ones do get ruined quite easily but they do offer some protection to the boot.
@Skibidipoopoodrawls Жыл бұрын
TYSM I fell on my behind and it really hurt lmao
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
🤕 Bum pads are a great investment 😜
@alexxoxo7104 ай бұрын
@Skatie. @Skatie I have a question I hope you can answer I have a pair of Impala skates I’m a total beginner never skated before learned my lesson about pads however my skates themselves are a bit lose I was told size up and idk if that is affecting my trying to skate or if there is anything I can do to make them more snug thanks for the tips
@Skatie3 ай бұрын
You could add an insole. It’s always best to measure your feet in mm and then compare to the size chart. Skate sizes and street shoe sizes don’t usually correlate.
@msericaplease2 жыл бұрын
Quality video!!!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 💕👍🛼
@jagan64827 сағат бұрын
I am able to do skating easily
@trishasmith23032 жыл бұрын
Hi Katie I have a question about how far about my feet need to be? Sometimes I feel like my feet are too far apart but I know better than to put them too close together! 😅 instant face plant!
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Those face plants. 🤕. I’d say hip width is a good starting point until you feel more confident to get your feet closer.
@lorrainecotton54142 жыл бұрын
For those of you who have bought rollerskates, how much have you paid for them, or are willing to pay for them?
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
It’s hard to give an exact figure because of exchange rate but in the UK it’s possible to buy a good pair of starter skates Rookie Artistics, Chaya Melrose elite, suregrip boardwalks for around £100-£150
@lorrainecotton54142 жыл бұрын
@@Skatie and how will I know what the wheel size is?
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
@@lorrainecotton5414 most of the skate listings will also detail the wheel size and hardness too.
@sophiebell4758 Жыл бұрын
I bought my First pair Last Week For 65€, i think they are quite good For me as beginner But dont have an adjustible toe Stop. I wouldnt have Spend more than 75€ or. 100€
@alexxoxo7104 ай бұрын
Katie @Skatie 3:41 do you give lessons?
@rosje691211 ай бұрын
i do not understand all. 62 for outside 78 ?
@Skatie11 ай бұрын
62mm is the size of the wheel. The wheels generally goes from around 55mm to 65mm for quad skates. Then there’s the hardness of the wheel. 78a - 100a. So 78a - 85a hardness for outside and I recommend a larger wheel outside 60mm - 65mm
@gia15272 жыл бұрын
i signed up for classes to learn how to skate properly, but they give me so much anxiety :( i feel stupid for not seeing the same improvement and progress as the others. it's been weeks and i can barely do the basics...
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Don’t get discouraged. Try not to compare yourself to others. Often people who learn quickly have a background in similar sports. Be patient with yourself and practice as much as you can. You got this x
@user-yz9ui7of5s2 ай бұрын
I tried moonwalking on skates🤠
@littlereindeer12962 жыл бұрын
i have a RD roller skate and it didnt come with a tool, is that a bad thing?? and also it is kinda hard to turn, i am a new skater so do i need to do a certain movement to turn???
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes skates don’t come with tools. You can buy generic skate tools online or alternatively you can just use a regular tool set (socket or spanner). If you’ve not adjusted the skates before they might be quite tight the first time as they are tightened by machine when they are built.
@littlereindeer12962 жыл бұрын
@@Skatie ok thx ;)))
@kymmulvey Жыл бұрын
Do you recommend crash pants?
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
💯 those backwards falls can come out of nowhere and really hurt. They also can really knock your confidence. Crash pants are a game changer! 💥
@adrianjohn4662 жыл бұрын
If the upper is separate from this heel can it be fixed
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately it’s hard to make it strong. Maybe a cobbler would be able to help? If the boot is quite new then sometimes the manufacturer will replace it but it’s likely to happen again. 😞
@arijsbai53012 жыл бұрын
Hello I am Arij I'm looking for beginners to encourage each other and for more enthusiasm! ✌✌
@Skatie2 жыл бұрын
Hi Arij, I have a Facebook group and also insta and TikTok where we have a lovely community of skaters. Come and find us. @skatieuk
@nakurarenshi7991 Жыл бұрын
rip @ the people who cabt see their feet even when standing up straight
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
🛼🛼💕
@stefisobad Жыл бұрын
Hi Katie!! Thanks a lot for your videos, they are super helpful :) would love to have some classes with you, let me know if you come to Barcelonaaa ⛸️💞
@Skatie Жыл бұрын
Oh I’d love a trip to Barcelona. Hope you’re having better weather than rainy old Blighty. 🇬🇧