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I get the rotation but how do you jump?

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Use normal foot positions, then push the back foot down, slide the front foot up and jump all in one. It will likely take a little practice to get used to the flow-through motions.

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How do I flick it under me not in front of me?

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Try jumping higher and focus on the flick. You need to flick up and out. Don't flick too hard because it will over flip.

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What do I do if I can jump, but when my board lands, it runs away and I land on my butt?

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Lean forward more after you catch the board with your front foot which should be the second foot to land on the board.

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How can I fix the problem of the board always shooting five feet away from me when I try to do the rotation?

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The problem is probably that you're not kicking outwards, but instead you're kicking straight out. Another problem could be that you're kicking too hard.

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If I ride in a regular stance, do I have to flick the opposite way?

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If you ride regular, your left foot will be flicking the board to complete the kickflip.

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I cannot get my foot positioned the right way. What can I do?

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If you're having trouble with foot position, get a more comfortable ollie. A kickflip is is very similar to an ollie in the sense that the back foot is the same, and front foot is placed at a slight angle, helping to slide off the board instead of just ”up.” You also want a high ollie, considering that when you kickflip, you'll need enough space for the board to complete it's 360° spin.

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How do I keep the board under my feet?

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Jump a bit more forward, instead of just up. Don't be afraid to commit to the trick.

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I can't seem to get it to rotate, and it usually just flicks away from me. Any tips?

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Usually it is because you're not sliding your front foot and just pushing the board away from you. You should basically just be doing a Ollie with your front foot 45 degrees sideways.

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How do I improve my kickflip ability?

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Just keep trying! Everybody has their own kickflip method, it just takes time to perfect it.

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My back foot is stopping the rotation when attempting a kickflip. How do I correct this?

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When you do the jump up to let the board rotate, try to focus on lifting your back foot up higher. It might even help to try to lift your left knee up to your chest.

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When doing a kickflip, how do I catch it with my back foot?

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Lift up your back foot and wait until the board does one flip, then catch it with both feet and land it.

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How can I kickflip if I can't jump high?

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Keep practicing trying to get a higher ollie. Or you could try spinning the board around harder and faster.

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How do I catch it with my front foot?

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Lift it up and keep it up after you flick it. Wait for the board has completed one full rotation, and let it land on your front foot.

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I kick the board well, but I don't land my back foot on the board. How can I improve?

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Tuck your knees up to your chest, and make sure you're looking at the board rotating the whole time.

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When it flips, do I jump straight up or jump back?

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Jump back - due to the forces of gravity, the board will rotate backwards (assuming that you follow the standard steps of doing a kickflip), so in order to successfully land/catch your board, you will need to follow it by jumping in a backward direction.

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How do I stay right above the board when I spin it?

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You need to jump straight up. You should spin it as soon as you Ollie, in one fluid movement.

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What do I do if I don't catch my skateboard when I kickflip no matter how often I try?

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Keep your eyes on the board and lean towards it when you are attempting the grab.

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What do I do if I can get the rotation, but I can't catch it?

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Make sure you keep your shoulders directly above the board to stop it from moving away from you. Also, make sure you're jumping high enough.

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What can I do to stop missing the flip?

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It takes some muscle memory to get down, so just keep practicing. And if your board is not going fast enough, position your front foot I little bit lower.

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How can I finish my kick flip if I get the board to flip, and I cannot plant myself on the board afterward?

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Usually it’s because you’re leaning to far backwards or frontwards. Try a few adjustments to see if that helps.

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How can I get my back foot from the pop position to the catch position?

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Both feet will leave the board completely while it spins under you. As the skateboard completes its spin, simply catch the board with each foot on the screws to land in a balanced position and avoid breaking the skateboard.

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I can rotate the board completely but I can't ever land it. Do I have and suggestions on what I should do?

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Try it on grass first. Or, try to practice the rotation and catching the board with your back foot to stop it from rotating and then put out your front foot on the board.

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How do I get the rotation if I only ollie like 3 inches off the ground?

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Learn how to ollie higher so you can get the rotation because the higher the ollie is, then the easier the rotation, and then land.

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When I try a kickflip, I cannot get the board to stay under me, it usually just flies away. What do I do?

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If it flies out, you're probably kicking too hard or having your foot hit the wrong part of the board. In which case, you’ll need to put your foot more to the edge and keep it straighter.

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I can land the kick-flip but I toe drag, any advice?

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Make sure to try to land your front foot more to the middle, then you will see the difference.

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My board doesn't come up with me when I ollie. It makes it hard to do the rest of the kickflip. Is there a solution to this?

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It takes time to get the timing right, just make sure your front foot is sliding up the board after your back foot has just gone down.

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How do I land the kickflip on a skateboard?

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Catch the skateboard with your back foot, then your front. Make sure to bend your knees as you land.

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Is a kickflip a front side flip on a skateboard?

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Yes it is like an ollie but you drag your foot to the corner of the board and as soon is your front goes off the corner, flick it with your toes as soon as you go off the corner. And put both legs up high and land it.

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What do I do if I was able to kickflip on a skateboard, but I can't anymore?

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Keep practicing. The muscle memory will come back to you, then you'll be able to do kickflips once again!

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What should I do if I am able to get my back foot on the board, but not my front foot?

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Try pulling your feet toward your chest after flicking. It could also help if you don´t focus on the flicking, but on pulling your feet to the board no matter if you under- or over-flip. Keep practicing for the muscle memory to develop.

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