How To: Do skateboard figure eights at a skatepark

Park Skateboarding: Show Off Your Skills

The first skateparks appeared in the 1970s, and nowadays, they're the epicenter of the skateboarding world, a place to see and be seen. That being the case, you don't want to show up to the park without your "A" game. Let our trick guide get you up to speed. Watch this video tutorial to see how to do skateboard figure eights at a skatepark.

Trick: The Figure 8
Difficulty: Easy

1. Pay attention to skate park etiquette
2. Alternate between front side and back side from lip to lip
3. Practice makes perfect
4. Watch your skating improve