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You're not alone - everyone sucks at skateboarding the first time they try it. Some people are able to get the basics down quickly. And others need to have more time to get comfortable with the feel of it, the balance, and motions. All skaters learned helpful tricks/tips from their friends that helped to learn quicker. So here's a few things that'll help you choose your first board and start taking those first few rides.

It'll take a bit of practice to discover the best foot in front and back. Ok, first - it really makes no difference here if you're right/left handed. But it is important to know which is your dominant or stronger leg. Think and figure out how you approach something. Which foot do you naturally use when you kick a ball? What foot do you take that first step up the stairs with? If you begin to lose balance, which leg do you use to save your balance with? Your answer to those questions is your dominant leg, and it usually stays toward the rear of the board. It's not about which direction you prefer to face, and it's much more about which leg is strongest. Try to face your fears. It's common for new skateboarders to be afraid to try very much. They understand very fast that there's not much in the way between being safe and getting injured. If you want to get better, you have to face this fear and deal with it. If you never get over the fear you won't ever be able to do much on a skateboard except sit still and watch others do tricks. The best way to conquer your fear is to practice as much as you can. When you practice you'll find yourself getting more comfortable and willing to try. There are better ways to fall than others, when at all possible. You'll improve faster if you can come to terms with these issues.

Ok, tricks - start slowly and learn one at a time. If you've got all of the basics down and are ready to try a few tricks, start small. Avoid trying the big jumps, or skating down the staircase. Do really small lifts with changing directions. Jump the board with changes in direction. Be sure to get the basic tricks under your belt before moving on to dangerous tricks. Remember, just like learning how to board at all, learning how to trick involves starting small and getting better over time. Almost anyone can learn to ride a board. If you don't mind being patient and practicing, soon you can do just about anything you want on a board. You'll get there if you can be patient!