Tutorials

Explore Skate Alchemy’s video tutorials to refine your skills and grow your confidence on wheels. These step-by-step guides break down essential rhythm skating techniques, helping you master moves at your own pace. More tutorials coming soon!

Intermediate Level

Getting Started with Cr*zy Legs

Curious about this move but not sure where to start? This tutorial offers foundational tips and preparatory movements to build the coordination, balance, and rhythm needed for this iconic move. Follow these steps:

  1. Crabwalk with "V" Glide (Look up crabwalk if you're not familiar with it!)

  2. Alternate one foot behind the other after each "V" glide.

  3. Lift the heel of the back foot while keeping most of your weight on the front foot.

  4. Lift BOTH heels during the "V" glide, using your front wheels to maintain stability (this one's the trickiest, but you got this!

Intermediate/Advanced Level

Arm Movements for Dips

Elevate your dips with expressive arm movements. This tutorial offers tips on adding fluidity and intention to your motion. Here are 5 of my go-to arm movements to level up your dips:

  1. Wrap your arms across your body.

  2. Touch the crown of your head with both hands.

  3. Sweep one hand up the opposite arm.

  4. Bring one arm over your head, then swing it under to smack the other hand.

  5. Lift one arm over your head, then use the opposite hand to touch your head.

Advanced Level

Master Hurricane Kicks

Ready to add flair to your skating? Follow along to perfect your hurricane kicks, focusing on power, precision, and style. Follow these steps:

  1. Start Position and Extension:

    • Face right.

    • Straighten your swinging leg (right leg) and bend your pivoting leg (left leg), keeping your arms perpendicular to your body for balance.

    • Extend your right hip back to build momentum.

  2. Torso & Flexion:

    • Turn your torso to the left, then flex your right hip (raise your leg so your toes point toward the ceiling).

  3. Abduction & Pivot:

    • Swing your right leg out to the side (abduct your hip) so your toes point toward the camera. At the same time, pivot 180° on the inner front edge or big toe of your left foot-forming a U-shaped motion as you turn.

  4. Adduction:

    • Bring your right leg back in (adduct your hip)

  5. Repeat & Refine:

    • Repeat steps 2-4-by first flexing your right hip across your midline to face left.

    • Remember, only extend your hip at the start (step 1) for controlled power.

    • Over time, aim to do more kicks in a row, and don't forget to practice with your left leg swinging, too!

Pro Tips:

  • Momentum Matters: Extend your hip only at the start.

  • Core & Arms: Tightening your core and using your arms (expanding during the swing and contracting when bringing the leg back) help maintain and build momentum.

  • Timing is Everything: Pivot and abduct your hip at the peak height for a smooth flow.

Hurricane Kick Combos

Level up your freestyle with these hurricane kick combos! Watch how hurricane kicks can be incorporated into smooth, stylish floor work. This video showcases combos like:

  1. Alternating single hurricane kicks

  2. Classic hurricane kicks

  3. Alternating pivots + hurricane kicks

  4. Hurricane kicks + one-foot spin