What is dancing on a longboard called?
Longboard dancing is a visual, flowy and skillful discipline that involves fluid cross-stepping and balancing tricks while carving on the board. These stepping tricks are often called “flatland” tricks, different from more “jumpy” freestyle tricks such as ollies, kickflips, shuvits, and slides.
Who is the skateboard girl in the transitions commercial?
Lauren Grace Perkins (born January 1, 1995) is a professional skateboarder and model from Los Angeles, California.
Can you dance on any longboard?
But can you do it on a longboard? Longboard dancing is one of the best free feelings you can get on a board and is awesome because you can do it anywhere.
Who invented longboard dancing?
Longboard dancing, also known as freestyle, originated in the early 2000s when skateboarders Adam Colton and Adam Stokowski incorporated fluid footwork and tricks into their riding style and is inspired by boardwalking in surfing.
How do I choose a longboard for dance?
3. What size / kind of deck is ideal for a longboard dancing setup?
- A longer deck will give you more room for stepping. Ultimately your longboard will be acting as a dance floor, so if you need the space, the bigger the better.
- A shorter deck will weigh less and require energy to do flips if you’re more into freestyle.
How long should my longboard be for dancing?
LENGTH – YOUR HEIGHT
| BOARD LENGTH | Children / Smaller Teenagers | Large Adults / Heavier Adults |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Dancing / Longboard Freestyle | 40-46″ | 40-46″ |
| Boardwalking / Footwork Dancing Tricks | 45-60″ | 45-60″ |
| Freeride/Downhill | 33-36″ | 35-40″ |
| Transition / Bowl Skating | 30-32″ | 31-33″ |
How long should my dancing longboard be?
What size / kind of deck is ideal for a longboard dancing setup? This is a common question and to answer it very plainly from the start, the deck should be at least 110cm long. To again refer to really having an idea of what style interests you most, this will make a difference in the size you pick.
How long should my longboard be to dance?
LENGTH – YOUR HEIGHT
| BOARD LENGTH | Children / Smaller Teenagers | Women / Smaller Adults / Lighter Adults |
|---|---|---|
| Longboard Cruiser | 33-36″ | 36-44″ |
| Technical Dancing / Longboard Freestyle | 40-46″ | 40-46″ |
| Boardwalking / Footwork Dancing Tricks | 45-60″ | 45-60″ |
| Freeride/Downhill | 33-36″ | 33-36″ |
How long a longboard should I get for dancing?