How to Jump on a Skateboard

If you want to learn to skateboard like Tony Hawk, you are going to have to learn how to jump! In skateboarding, a jump is known as an "ollie." It's a trick that will take some determination to master. With a little perseverance, you will be ollieing like a pro!

Things You'll Need

  • Skateboard
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Instructions

    • 1

      Stand on your skateboard with the back foot just slightly over the edge of the board, and the front foot about in the middle.

    • 2

      Bend your knees and press the tail end of the board down to the ground, with your back foot.

    • 3

      Quickly following the above step, jump and push your front foot towards the nose end of the board.

    • 4

      As you slide your front foot up, begin to quickly push the front of the board down towards the ground.

Tips & Warnings

  • The skateboard should "stick" to you during your jump. Following these steps in one smooth motion, should result in a good jump.

  • Always wear protective gear while skateboarding.

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