If you’ve never heard of Freebord, imagine translating the sensations of snowboarding directly onto pavement. It’s an unusual concept — six wheels, carving turns on asphalt, and enough edge control to mimic what you’d feel on a snowboard.
Curious to see how accessible it really is for newcomers, I recently ran a full-day coaching session with seven beginners. Most of them had never touched a Freebord before. Some came with experience in boardsports, others with none at all.
Here’s how the day unfolded — and what I learned from watching them learn.
👥 The Group: 1 Woman, 6 Men, All Motivated
The group was diverse in background but united by one thing: curiosity.
We had skaters, surfskaters, snowboarders — and a few with little or no riding experience.
Each person had a 3-hour session to discover the basics of Freebord in a controlled environment. The focus was on progression and safety, not performance.
🔁 Structure of the Session
Each lesson began with an introduction to the board:
- Understanding the unique setup (six wheels, edge wheels, central “caster” for balance)
- Foot positioning and stance
- Using the “crutch” to maintain control while learning
We started on flat or mellow slopes, focusing on:
- Rolling straight with control
- Initiating frontside and backside turns step by step
By the halfway point, most participants were already carving small turns or riding short hills with guidance.
✅ The Takeaway: Freebord Is More Accessible Than You Think
After just three hours:
- 3 riders were autonomous — riding comfortably down small hills, turning and stopping on their own
- 4 others could ride straight and initiate turns with the help of the outrigger
- Everyone made clear, visible progress from start to finish
The most encouraging part? No one gave up. No one got discouraged.
And six out of seven said they’d be back for more.
It became clear that prior experience in boardsports (especially snowboarding or surfskate) gives a serious advantage.
Those riders were able to understand weight transfer and edge control much faster — and gained confidence earlier.
That said, even participants without that background found real joy in learning. The board is demanding, but not inaccessible. With the right approach and environment, anyone can enjoy it. In only 3 hours, you can already have some fun.
Teaching this group reminded me that Freebord isn’t just for seasoned riders — it’s for anyone looking for a new way to connect with their balance, movement, and the terrain under their feet.
In just a few hours, seven beginners stepped into an entirely new discipline, and nearly all of them left wanting more.
If you’re curious to try it yourself, I run regular beginner sessions.
Drop me a message or keep an eye on my Instagram stories for upcoming dates.
Let’s ride.
