It is very common for some people to think they are too old to get into certain hobbies. Some people think they are too old to start skateboarding, but I’m here to tell you that anyone at any age can begin skateboarding, and with some hard work and practice you can finally experience the wonderful world of skateboarding. 

The first step when learning how to skateboard is accepting that there will be times when you fail, you hurt yourself and you want to quit. The people who understand this and continue to practice are the ones who become successful. Just like in life there will be obstacles in your way when you learn how to skateboard, but with your hard work and practice things will get easier.

You also want to take the time to understand the risks involved when skateboarding. It is important to understand you can and most likely will hurt yourself when skateboarding. It is essential to your personal health that you wear protective equipment and that you learn how to fall properly. Yes, I know what you’re thinking, “there’s a proper way to fall?”, And the answer is yes. When you are learning how to skateboard also learn how to fall. This means you will know how to take impact and how to prepare and train your body to react when you fall.

The next step is figuring out our stance. If you like having your left foot on the front of the skateboard and pushing with your right foot then you ride ‘regular’ stance. If you like the opposite then you ride ‘goofy’ stance. Now that you have figured out your stance you are ready to start riding.

Now its time to start riding. I don’t recommend trying tricks at first even though you may be tempted. Just ride around until you feel comfortable. This can take a couple of days or weeks, but eventually, you will become comfortable on a skateboard. This is a fun sport, and you will have fun riding around. Remember that the point of skateboarding is to have fun, so don’t get discouraged. Keep riding, keep practicing, and get up when you fail. And remember to wear a helmet!