Whether you’re
looking to be a member of Team USA Roller Sports or you just want to have a
little fun…Roller Skating is the perfect sport.
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Roller Skating isn’t hard to
do, but it does take some practice and getting used to. Once you learn the
proper stance and how to glide and stop, you'll be sailing around the rink in
no time. And when you have the basics down, it’s time to take your skills to
the next level.
Oh yeah…look out Sophia Stroud…we’re coming for ya.
Taking it
Back
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Skating backwards can be challenging but it’s pretty easy to learn. Stand
with your feet shoulder width apart and your weight equally distributed on both
legs. Then slowly push your legs out to the side then back again in a sort of
figure eight and then repeat. This will slowly propel you backwards. See…easy. Since
you can't see behind you, you'll need to turn around and look from time to
time. Start slowly and figure out how to turn your body to look behind you
without falling down.
Shoot the Duck
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Don’t worry...no animals are harmed in
this trick. The shoot-the-duck is a classic roller skating move that is
easier than it looks…but it does require balance and leg strength. Start by
skating at a reasonable pace. Then extend your hands out in front of you. Begin
to squat down and lift up one leg and put it out in front of you. Glide in this
position until you begin to lose speed, or your skating leg becomes
tired. Come out of it by standing up and placing your free leg back on the
ground.
Kris Cross Apple Sauce
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Want to wow you friends as you round the corners
of the skating rink? Try the Crossover Turn. This move is super impressive but super easy. The trick is achieved by simply crossing your skates
one over the other as you turn the corner. If you are turning right, you should lift your left
skate over your right as you pump your skate. Turn your shoulders in the direction you want to go and lean into the
turn to help keep your balance. Make sure to keep your knees bent so that you're more stable.
Now that you have the
tricks mastered, the only question that remains is…
Where should we have your
Amateur Roller Skating Membership Card mailed?
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