Trick Tips
New to Spooner? Start with Spooner Basics for easy tricks anyone can try. Ready to catch air? Click AirTime for our video tutorials, and Strap Installation to set up your footstraps.
Easy Tricks Without Foot Straps
Sit n' Spin
Sit on your Spooner with legs crossed. Find a friend or use your hands to start spinning!
Low Spin
Crouch down low and use your hands on the ground to start spinning. Once you feel comfortable, stand up straight for the "Low To High Spin".
Shuv-It
This is a famous skateboard move where the board spins under your feet. Jump up on the board and kick your front foot forward while kicking your back foot back.

Flipper
The flipper is a beginner level trick that allows you to demonstrate jumping skills and practice for similar tricks on a skateboard.
Star Gazer
Check out the stars while spinning on your back! Just lay on The Spooner and have a friend give you a spin.
Superman Spin
Spin on your stomach!
Finger Flip
Use your front hand to flip the board under your feet.
Trick Videos
The World's Best Trick Contest
AirTime Tutorials
Learn to catch air with the AirTime system and foot straps.
Jumping

Start on a mat, carpet or grass. Jump up and down with your weight towards your toes.

Jump up onto the AirBalls and bounce back.

Bounce forward off the ball, lifting your knees up.
Spinning

As you jump, turn your head and throw your arms in the direction you want to rotate.

Lift your knees up to your chest. (Touch the board for extra style.)

180° Half rotation
Always bend your knees to land.
Tricks

360° Full rotation

Stalls
Jump up and land on an object with your front or back foot leading. Balance on the nose or tail of your board.

Grabs
While in the air, use your hand to grab an edge of the board (nose, tail or rail).
Video Tutorials
See all AirTime videos on YouTube →

Installing Your Straps
Use your board with or without straps. The Allen key and hardware are included.



Drill Your Own Strap Holes
Board without pilot holes? Here's how to add them so you can fit Air Pro Footstraps to any Spooner.
Get the drill bit ↗
7/32" drill bit with countersink, on Amazon
Strapped in and ready? Head to AirTime for jumps, spins and tricks.
This document was last updated on October 14, 2026.