This is an ADVANCED Level instruction on how to do "The Downtown" dance skate. I break it down from scratch. Then we do it rolling, then I offer some variations and show you show to change directions when performing with a group.
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Appelusa is a USA Roller Sports (USARS) Certified Coach and Bronze Medal World Champion. She has been coaching for over twenty years from beginner, intermediate, and advanced level public classes in skating rinks, to regional and national champions in artistic skating.These roller skating instructional videos are geared towards teaching you the foundational skills needed to learn how to roller skate with proper technique and safety in mind. Skate at your own risk.
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Start off stationary
2:05 Rolling and pushing
4:20 Variation #1: Heel Pops
4:50 Variation #2: Spin
5:25 Rotate it!
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