“Skim Fundamentals 3” is your essential introduction to advanced skimboarding skills, laying the groundwork for versatile riding and mastering control. This course takes you through six core techniques, each focusing on a specific aspect of skimboarding that will help elevate your ride. Whether you’re aiming to improve balance, switch riding, or add some flair with airs and slashes, this course covers it all with skim-specific style and insights.
1. Getting Up Revert & Riding – Learn to get up in revert position, a key skill for riding backward, which opens up new maneuvers and keeps your style dynamic on the board.
2. Getting Up Switch & Riding – Master the switch stance from the start, enabling you to ride confidently while improving your edge control and versatility as a skimboarder.
3. Revert Carving – Gain control and precision in carving revert (backward), enhancing your ability to use your edges properly for a smooth flow up and down the wave without sacrificing momentum.
4. Switch Carving – Develop fluidity in carving while in switch stance, giving you better handling in varied conditions and preparing you for more complex moves.
5. Air – Learn how to pop off the water and catch air, a fundamental skill for adding energy and style to your rides, making your runs look sharp and controlled.
6. Slash – Perfect the “slash,” an aggressive, stylish maneuver that lets you splash water dramatically while maintaining control—a must-have for any rider looking to add personality to their runs.
By the End of This Course:
– You’ll be comfortable riding in both revert and switch stances.
– You’ll have improved control over carving techniques, whether revert or switch.
– You’ll have the basics of airs and slashes down, adding style to your riding.
Each video lesson is designed to break down these movements step-by-step, giving you a solid foundation in skimboarding fundamentals while preparing you for advanced skills.
