from SkatefreshAsha on 29 Nov 2025
Take away the Guess-Work & Confusion of Learning Online. https://skatefresh.com/beginner-courses/ Get 25% off our Best Selling ‘Zero to Hero” Beginner Online Training If youve ever felt like the heel brake doesnt work, this video will completely change that. The heel brake has a bad reputation unfairly. When used correctly, its one of the safest and most effective stopping methods available to new skaters.In this tutorial, Asha reveals the core issue behind almost every failed heel brake attempt: A short scissor position caused by lack of knee bendThis forces weight onto the back skates heel and instantly destabilises the skater.Youll learn: How to set up your scissor correctly for balance and control The role correct knee bend plays in power, stability & brake success A clear movement sequence to help you get it right every time The Top Tip: precise brake placement for maximum effect Practical fixes that transform your stopping instantlyAimed at beginners and skaters who choose to keep their heel brake on, this tutorial helps you unlock the full potential of this underrated but essential stopping method. BLACK FRIDAY SALE 25% OFF ALL ONLINE COURSES!Inline Skate Tuition & Roller Skate Courses For All AbilitiesDiscount Code: Thrive25Alivehttps://skatefresh.com/beginner-courses/ Who is Asha Skatefresh? Founder of Skatefresh.com (since 2000) Skate Coach for BBC and Disney’s “Soy Luna” Teaching inlines and quads for 25 years Quads figure skater who represented Great Britain internationally. Skating for 42 years Powerslide Brand Ambassador (since 2011) 356 Instructors Certified worldwide (with ICP Inline Certification Program)For lessons in the UK and Asha’s Touring Trips schedule, visit www.Skatefresh.com Follow Asha and Skatefresh on social media: Facebook: Skatefresh Asha Instagram: @skatefreshasha Asha wears @Powerslidebrand Evos & @endlessblading (but not in this video)Asha wears Skate-inspired T-shirts from the Skatefresh range for men & women https://skatefreshtshirts.teemill.com Leggings by @k.deer Helmet by @Thousand_helmets Video footage: @skaterstu_brightonskate
