Have you ever seen a skateboarder pull off a heelflip and thought to yourself, “Wow, I wish I could do that too”?
Well, with enough practice and determination, you can! Heelflipping is an impressive trick that only 10% of skaters can successfully perform.
But don’t let that number deter you – with the right steps and some hard work, anyone can learn how to heelflip. Read on to find out how!
Master your Ollie First
The ollie is the foundation of any successful heelflip. Start by practicing a one-foot ollie until it feels comfortable.
Once you’ve got it down, add in the second foot and focus on popping off the board with both feet at the same time while keeping your knees bent.
This will help you get used to popping off the board from both feet simultaneously.
Rotate Your Board
After your pop has been mastered, it’s time to start rotating your board in midair during the pop.
To do this, aim for an angle between 45° and 90° when you pop off the ground or object you are attempting to flip onto.
This will ensure that your board rotates quickly enough for a successful spin.
As you land back onto the ground or object after completing your spin, make sure that both feet are firmly planted on either side of your board so it won’t slip out from underneath you when landing.
Land It Perfectly
After mastering your ollie and spinning technique, it’s time to practice landing perfectly after each flip attempt.
Make sure you have plenty of space around you when attempting this trick as this is where most beginners go wrong—they don’t give themselves enough room to land their flips properly!
When landing keep your head up and eyes forward so as not to lose balance and try not to start into another flip immediately after landing as this can cause you to lose control of your board quickly.
Conclusion:
With dedication and perseverance, anyone can master this tricky move by starting with flat ground practice before increasing the size of whatever object they’re trying to flip onto.
Remember – take small steps towards big goals!
As long as you stay focused on perfecting each component step-by-step and keep pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, there’s no doubt that with enough practice you’ll be flipping like a pro in no time! Good luck!
I’m John Peterson, a passionate skater, blogger, and lifelong enthusiast. I’ve been skating for over 9 years and have gone on to write a blog dedicated to the sport of skating and its culture. Through my blog, I strive to share my knowledge and experience of the sport with all who are interested. From beginner tips, tricks, and equipment reviews to interviews and event coverage, I cover it all. So read my blog as I explore the wonderful world of skating!