Stopping on Roller Skates - Toe Stops 

Me skating now: stoppers are so useful, I need these to survive Me beginning skating: ha ha ha simpletons *ever heard of the wall*

I love you. You are the cutest, I love how excited you get about what you're teaching. You're the best.

Am I the only one who is addicted to the sound of wheels on the rink? Who needs music? LOL We NEED stops at my rink. We do a "Topsy Turvey" skate...go around as normal, guard blows the whistle, we stop, turn around, go in the opposite direction....etc. for a whole song. It's SO much fun. One of the few fun things the rink does. My daughter was hilarious last time...she runs jam plugs on her skates...stopping fast and turning around...PRICELESS! LOL I love the double toe stop when going backwards, but I've seen SO many snapped ankles when rolling forward and using stops because people panic and "hit the brakes hard" instead of easing into it. :( I refuse to use them when going forward. I prefer the T-stop when rolling forward....besides, it's fun to hear the wheels "skid" across the rink floor!!! (P.S. Is it Saturday yet????? LOL My girls and I got new skate t-shirts this week...can't wait to wear them!)

I dream of the day that I look a fraction as cool on skates on this.😀 My last practice I kept saying, “Down with the butt, up with the gut” over and over as I tried to do that cruising move. You’ve made me hyper aware of my snack area, too. These videos are all gold! Could you please do a tutorial in the future on 3 turns?

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: why are you so damn awesome!? Yet again, such a thorough, well detailed, beautifully explained and articulated, informative tutorial! You are so inspiring and encouraging, with a smile as bright as sunshine! Damn I hope to be able to meet you when I get back to LA! And 1 million thanks to Xavier who is making it possible for you to share all of this with us!☀️🙌🏽🙏🏽 Have a fantastic vacation!

I wish I could skate all night in a skating rink I would be there all day every day~💛

Good god, I have needed this video.

When u stood up like Michael Jackson...I knew... Ur my social media mentor from now on..🖤

Terrified to use my toe stops... it's just so scary and difficult! I'm afraid that the moment I stop, my momentum will make me hit the floor hard. Hopefully this video helps for the next time I practice....

Omg... I’m new to skating and my jaw dropped when I saw how easily you stopped in toe stops!!!!

I adore my toe stops!!! One of the fun things about quad skates is stopping on your toes!

Dirty Debra Harry!!! I took a class of yours at Rollercon in say, 2013. I've never been so happy to find a youtube randomly. You're such a gem!

"and arch your back" me (with scoliosis): No.

You are the woman! Been feeling rather down for too long and I think learning to skate by practicing from your videos will lift me up. Then it’s roller derby or bust! Thank you so much for your time and dedication

Hey Deborah, I love your videos! You're wonderful and I'm so glad that I live in an age where I can learn from you and other great skaters online like this. For years I've learned how to crochet, knit, and so many more things through RU-vid; now I can add rollerskating to that list. Thank you for all you do and I'm having a blast learning from your videos. Just started skating about a month ago after only inline skating as a child. Lots of love from Miami, Fl.

Yes i feel like the toe stop is kinda hard. First i leaned over and fall of course. Being more upright helps a lot. Takes time to learn how to do it perfectly. I have skates without adjustable toe stops, thank God i feel it's the right hight. Thanks for this video sweety!

One of the VERY BEST RU-vid channels.... Nuff said! Nice job darlin

I think you're AWESOME! I'm 52 and haven't skated since the 70's, in a roller rink just like the one you filmed this in.... And, well... three kids, three back surgeries, one shoulder surgery, one thumb surgery, one gall bladder surgery, and one hip replacement later (just last May)... and I'm back at it for the first time, my skates arrived this week! I'm so excited! It's SO much fun, but it sure isn't easy - it's as if I never roller skated before LOL (thank GOD for the protective gear that's REALLY getting used LOL)! But, I saw this video now, just a couple days into this crazy pursuit of mine, and now I feel that I have a skating coach right in my back pocket! Thanks for being here for us! I, for one, really appreciate you!

I love how you're so positive and full of energy!❤

Keep the tutorials coming! We love them 💜

Yay!!! I've been waiting for this video!!!

4:05 !!!!! WHOA!!!! YAAAASSSS GIRL!!😯😄🙌🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉🎉🎉 Thank you so much for these vids (especially the cruising how-to!) They’re helping so much!!! 😭❤️ Now I just need “Snacks Tight” and “Down with the butt, Up with the gut” on a shirt and I’m set to hit the rink!🙈😂🍕🍟⛸

I can't believe I actually did the backwards toe stop! You truly rock!

I'm so glad I found this channel. I like the positive vibes and you're a really good teacher!

You're such an awesome teacher! Thank you for making all these skating tutorials; they are incredibly helpful! Keep up the great work! Sending you lots of love from Michigan :)

These videos are so helpful. I just ordered new skates online, and I've been so excited for them to come, I watched a bunch of these videos.

I love your attitude and the way you explain! Thank you for all the help, your videos are the best 🤍

You're awesome Debbie! I am re-learning in my 30s and your tutorials are so helpful and fun. 💕

Thank you for keeping me inspired every week! 🤩

I swear you always have the most informative, but easiest to follow videos! Thank you!!!

I LOVE your videos! Toe stops are the business, love them for getting a good running scooter push while roller strolling with my 2 youngest.

You’re so sweet! I appreciate your gratitude. I’ll always watch your videos for that reason.

Hey Debbie this one of my favorite sports I’ve been skating since i were 12 years of age you’re doing an awesome job beginners won’t be disappointed learning from you keep up the good works👍👍

Thank you for your videos. They are really good and so helpful the way you break down all the steps and then bring them together. You have a beautiful skating rink.

I bought a pair of roller skates not too long go and I've been trying to teach myself and your videos are great! I'm finally going to a rink this weekend to really put what I've learned into practice. Thanks for being super cool and helpful!!

Hello! Just getting into roller skating at my 40s and I want to thank you for these super fun and useful videos!

Thank you! Your videos got me from looking at my new skates wanting to use them, to out skating and practicing. Thank you!

You’re amazing and you take time to help people. It’s a sweet and noble thing of you to share your time with us. I still am really struggling stopping but hopefully soon I’ll get better.

I’ve wanted to skate for a few years now, and I finally bought my first pair. Your videos are a godsend! You’re an amazing teacher. I’ve already learned a few basic tools to get me started from watching your videos!

I love her 😍😍 I'm learning so much

Your videos are so easy to understand and you take the nervousness away from it! Thank you for your videos!

I loved. I saw your video on how to manage with the help of the body. Deborah, I had never paid attention to the video before and now that I took it, tomorrow I will put into practice the curve with the help of the body. We are always learning.

You are the best ! I’ve watched every single one of your videos! Thank you .. I feel more confident to try new things.

Thanks for the added tip about the cheap toe stops. I’m about to buy my first set of skates in decades. You saved me from a rookie mistake.

Hey Dirty Debra Harry! You Rock! I loved the fact that you can spin on that toe stop! As a Detroit skater ,Ive been doing that for many years.😄 I hope to come to Cali one day and roll with DDH! Keep up the good work!

I'm watching you from Quebec n i can't wait for snow to go away to enjoy outside skating!! tks for your tricks giving me lot of confidence in myself as a skater.

Beautiful video!!! Getting myself ready for Adult skate night here i Ga...I’m watching all your videos...Happy Mothers Day!!!!! to all the Mamas💐

I really love your vids! Happy vacation!

I just bought skates so these videos are really helpful and adorable to watch, so thank you so much.

That toe stop spin had me like.... 😲🤯🙌🙌🤩

Thank you for making these! I love your teaching style (and your skating style). Your instructions are clear, and remove so much of the frustration of seeing a skater do something that looks great, but not understanding the mechanics of replicating it. Have a great vacation!!

I just signed up for a class. It’s for beginners, but they prefer that we know how to do something already, including how to stop. Thank you!

Thank you Debbie for another fantastic video. It was very informative. You are amazing. I only wish I had this information in the 1980s. Xavier you do a fantastic job with a camera.

I’m on my skates now and I got it! 😆 I was struggling for a sec 😅 your videos are helping me a lot

Omg that backwards skating was intense!!! So cool!!!

Omggg you’re such a great skater and instructor

You are really fun. I learn and laugh watching you're videos. Great skating too!

I literally taught someone “down with the butt, up with gut” during my last skate session. She said I helped her so much figuring out how to level up! I’m always sharing with everyone how much I’ve learnt online before I come and put it to physical practice and just how much it helps me!

Thank you for making this! You’re amazing ❤️

Thanks Xavier 👍 Enjoy your holiday 😎

You explained it so well!! I was struggling to stop going forward but after this video I can do it!

Thank you so much for your videos. I can roller blade but having difficulty on old school skates never had any. My daughter and I are getting better thanks to you! Love how positive and motivating you are!

Thank you so much. You are an excellent teacher!

I've been waiting for this!!! I'm so glad it's here, very helpful and informative video!!! ^^

I love you so much 😭 I have been practicing stopping for a while & it is getting to be so frustrating for me, but you helped me realize the mechanics better with my weight transfer. You’re so sweet & I love your personality and videos❣️❣️♥️

This is a great video. I wasn't able to get adjustable toe stops because lack of choice. Covid-19. When we started skating it was a no no to use the toe stops. I'm going to be using mine. As always thankyou for the great advice.🌹

Finally an explanation! Not getting any guidance on how to stop is why I always feel shy about trying to skate. Especially as I get older. Thank you!

Hey Deb, great vid as always 🙏. Enjoy your holiday 😁

I haven't skated in 10 years or more and I loved it so much. I use love to exit the floor and do quick Mohawk turn and come up on my stops or a T-stop. I was never good at dragging my foot with the stop. You are very good at teaching! I loved your spin!

Awesome videos! I binge watched them and subscribed! So informative! Like you, I am a child of the 70s and 80s, I grew up roller skating. I am really getting into outdoor skating on railtrails and bike paths that have expanded all over the US. Living in New York, I need to get out to Cali. in the winter months. I would love to see more outdoor videos from all of your awesome beaches out there. Love it! Keep the great videos coming!!!

Hello, good morning Deborah! All right? I continue to practice skates. About one of your videos, as you say, you encourage me to study and try to do even better, almost all the exercises you do at your school. I am talking exactly about your video about the method of braking, which I only realized today how to be able to practice. I really appreciate all your help in skating.

I'm a baby skater and I want to take lessons from you! I've been watching your videos and I love you ❤️❤️❤️

I adore your positivity! Thanks for your helpful videos :-)

omg I was hoping u would upload video this so badly. Love ur videos Deborah have a great vacation

Thank you for posting all these videos

This was so helpful!!! Total beginner here. The shift your body weight made all the difference.

I used to go parties at skating rinks constantly when I was younger and I had no idea I was skating like a fool because nobody really showed me how to do it. These videos are super helpful and make me wanna get back into it

You are an excellent teacher.

You're awesome Debrah, Happy belated Birthday👌

Love Love Love your vids! Really could have used this 40 years ago lol. But, it’s not too late and I vow to PRACTICE!

Got my self some beach bunnies, this will sure come in handy when they arrive👾❤

This was great, I was lifting my foot before placing my toe stop down and it had me tripping up everytime. Can't wait to try this

Lovedddd seeing you show off a bit more! You were obviously having fun 😁 great video!

I love your videos!!

I just love your videos! One of these days I'll have to visit your rink!

Wow you are a QUEEN. thank you!!!!

You earned a follow. This is awesome

Another person to congratulate is the cameraman. Spotless.

YOU ARE SUCH A PRO!!!!!!

Absolutely love this video! You look great in black & yellow, btw.

You are so direct and funny at the same time! Thank u! Toe stopping with both skates is really hard because they don’t easily slide at first. You have to balance the pressure in the toe stop vs the front wheels and have the posture... right? I need to learn this because sometimes you JUST NEED TO STOP at a skatepark and also learn the tricks on stopping backwards. Let’s practice!

My friend and I are going skating for the first time in like...24 years?! These vids are getting me hyped to go for it! Thanks for your info!

This is my biggest nightmare 😱 I am rolling outside, and to afraid to try, because I fall 2 months ago, and still my behind is hurting a bit. But, U have explained it to every detail, so I must try it and learn it 😊 By the way, love what you are doing, and thank you so much for it 😊 ❤️❤️❤️ I am from Serbia (former Yugoslavia) and we do not have a rink to play, so, everything is done outside, only when is good weather. And no one to teach us, only on our own. Have every day a blast 🎉 Thank you ❤️ HVALA ❤️

❤️❤️❤️ love this.

Best teacher ever! ❤️ I’m still sad I got sick and couldn’t go to your class in Melbourne! 😭

I appreciate your videos, they help me a ton in learning how to skate

Love this thank you so much!!!

another great video! thank u so much

So needed this! You’re a natural! Enjoy your vacation but don’t be gone too long lol 🙂

YOU'RE AN AMAZING TEACHER WOW