Tricks and Difficulty Levels
Grinds – Trick List for Aggressive Inline Skating
You need fresh input for your next skate session, finally want to know the name of that one crazy trick, or simply want to expand your trick arsenal?
Then our ultimate SkaMiDan Grinds Trick List for aggressive inline skating is just what you need!
Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or pro – here you'll discover new grinds, style upgrades, cool inspiration, and real practical tips, along with tutorial videos that will help you level up your skating.
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SkaMiDan's Aggressive Inline Skating Grinds Trick List
Your Guide to Grinds in Aggressive Inline Skating
Grinds are more than just tricks – they’re the heart of Aggressive Inline Skating. With grinds, you glide in a controlled manner with your skates over urban or artificial obstacles like rails, curbs, ledges, or copings. Whether metal, concrete, or plastic – every surface presents new challenges and opens up endless possibilities for style and creativity.
What makes grinds so special?
- Technique & Precision:
A clean grind requires finesse and full control – from the approach and take-off to the perfect landing. - Flow & Aesthetics:
Combine different grinds to develop your own unique style. - Creative Freedom:
Every spot is unique. Whether it’s a city rail, bowl edge, or parking lot curb – the streets become your personal playground.
Landing your first grind is a true milestone in your skating journey. The mix of adrenaline, technique, and control creates a feeling like no other – and marks the beginning of even more spectacular tricks.
This is where our SkaMiDan Trick List comes in:
We’ve compiled an extensive collection of grinds and tricks – ideal for learning your first grind or expanding your repertoire. The list is clearly organized: alphabetically sorted and also divided by difficulty level. That way, you can quickly see which tricks you’ve already mastered and which ones are next.
Especially useful:
For many tricks, you’ll find supporting images, videos, and detailed video tutorials that let you get started right away.
You won’t just discover new tricks – you’ll also learn to name them correctly. Or the other way around: if you know the name, you’ll quickly find out what’s behind it.
Difficulty Level
Basics
In the basics, you’ll learn the two fundamental grinds of Aggressive Inline Skating. These two grinds not only give you your first real confidence in grinding, but also form the perfect foundation for learning all other grinds:
Grinds
- Frontside Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Frontside Grind on ledges and rails. - Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Soul Grind on ledges and rails.
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Beginner-level grinds are generally relatively quick to learn. They don’t yet require complex movement patterns that demand special flexibility or regular stretching. Still, every grind takes a lot of practice – especially to hit it accurately and safely, and eventually to execute it at higher speeds.
However, the biggest challenge in grinding is often mental: the right mindset. Jumping into a grind – especially as your speed increases – takes courage and consistent training to build a safe and reliable routine.
Grinds
- Acid Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Acid Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Grind on ledges and rails. - Frontside Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Frontside Grind on ledges and rails. - Makio Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Makio Grind on ledges and rails. - Mistrial Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Mistrial Grind on ledges and rails. - Mizou Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Mizou Grind on ledges and rails. - Pornstar Grind / PStar Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Pornstar Grind on ledges and rails. - Sidewalk Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Sidewalk Grind on ledges and rails. - Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Soul Grind on ledges and rails. - Stub Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Stub Soul Grind on ledges and rails.
Definitions and Variations
- Groove Grind
We learn a Groove Grind using different grinds as examples. - Positive Grind
We learn a Positive Grind using different grinds as examples. - Soul Grind / Soulplate Grind
We learn a Soul Grind (Soulplate Grind) using different grinds as examples.
Difficulty Level
Intermediate
Here you'll find the intermediate-level tricks. Once you've mastered some of these, you can already consider yourself a solid aggressive skater – and you’ve got more skills than the majority of skaters out there (even if social media sometimes makes it seem otherwise):
Grinds
- Acid Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Acid Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Cab Driver Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Cab Driver Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Cab Driver Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Cab Driver Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Full Torque Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Full Torque Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Full Torque Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Full Torque Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Royale Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Royale Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Royale Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Royale Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Tabernacle Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Tabernacle Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Tabernacle Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Tabernacle Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Unity Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Unity Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Unity Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Unity Grind on ledges and rails. - Cab Driver Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Cab Driver Grind on copings and in pipes. - Cab Driver Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Cab Driver Grind on ledges and rails. - Frontside Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Frontside Grind on copings and in pipes. - Full Torque Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Full Torque Grind on copings and in pipes. - Full Torque Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Full Torque Grind on ledges and rails. - Makio Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Makio Grind on copings and in pipes. - Mistrial Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Mistrial Grind on copings and in pipes. - Mizou Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Mizou Grind on copings and in pipes. - Pornstar Grind / PStar Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Pornstar Grind on copings and in pipes. - Royale Grind / Fahrvergnügen Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Royale Grind (Fahrvergnügen Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Royale Grind / Fahrvergnügen Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Royale Grind (Fahrvergnügen Grind) on ledges and rails. - Sidewalk Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Sidewalk Grind on copings and in pipes. - Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Soul Grind on copings and in pipes. - Stub Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Stub Soul Grind on copings and in pipes. - Tabernacle Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Tabernacle Grind on copings and in pipes. - Tabernacle Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Tabernacle Grind on ledges and rails. - Tea Kettle Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Tea Kettle Grind on copings and in pipes. - Tea Kettle Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Tea Kettle Grind on ledges and rails. - Torque Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Torque Soul Grind on copings and in pipes. - Torque Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Torque Soul Grind on ledges and rails. - Unity Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Unity Grind on copings and in pipes. - Unity Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Unity Grind on ledges and rails. - X Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the X Grind on copings and in pipes. - X Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the X Grind on ledges and rails.
Definitions and Variations
- Alleyoop Grind / AO Grind
We learn an Alleyoop Grind (AO Grind) using different grinds as examples. - Backside Groove Grind
We learn a Backside Groove Grind using different grinds as examples. - Christ Grind
We learn a Christ Grind using different grinds as examples. - Down Ledges Grinds & Down Rails Grinds
We learn to grind down ledges and down rails. - Fakie Grind
We learn a Fakie Grind using different grinds as examples. - Frontside Groove Grind
We learn a Frontside Groove Grind using different grinds as examples. - Grabbed Grind
We learn a Grabbed Grind using different grinds as examples. - Half Cab Grind / Outspin Grind
We learn a Half Cab Grind (Outspin Grind) using different grinds as examples. - Inspin Grind
We learn an Inspin Grind using different grinds as examples. - Revert Grind
We learn a Revert Grind using different grinds as examples. - Rewind Grind
We learn a Rewind Grind using different grinds as examples. - Rocket Grind
We learn a Rocket Grind using different grinds as examples. - Rough Grind / Heel Grind
We learn a Rough Grind (Heel Grind) using different grinds as examples. - Switch Grind
We learn a Switch Grind using different grinds as examples. - Tough Grind / Toe Grind
We learn a Tough Grind (Toe Grind) using different grinds as examples. - Truespin Grind / Tru Grind
We learn a Truespin Grind (Tru Grind) using different grinds as examples. - Up Ledges Grinds & Up Rails Grinds
We learn to grind up ledges and up rails. - Zero Spin Grind / Zero Grind
We learn a Zero Spin Grind (Zero Grind) using different grinds as examples.
Difficulty Level
Advanced
The tricks in this category are already very challenging and are only mastered by advanced skaters who train regularly:
Grinds
- Backside Backslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Backslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Backslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Backslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Darkslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Darkslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Savannah Grind / Alleyoop Backside Unity Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Savannah Grind (Alleyoop Backside Unity Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Backside Savannah Grind / Alleyoop Backside Unity Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Savannah Grind (Alleyoop Backside Unity Grind) on ledges and rails. - Backside Wheelbarrow Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Wheelbarrow Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Wheelbarrow Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Wheelbarrow Grind on ledges and rails. - Backslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Backside Darkslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Darkslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Cloudy Night Grind / Alleyoop Topside PStar Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Cloudy Night Grind (Alleyoop Topside PStar Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Cloudy Night Grind / Alleyoop Topside PStar Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Cloudy Night Grind (Alleyoop Topside PStar Grind) on ledges and rails. - Darkslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Darkslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Darkslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Darkslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Fishbrain Grind / Topside Makio Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Fishbrain Grind (Topside Makio Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Fishbrain Grind / Topside Makio Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Fishbrain Grind (Topside Makio Grind) on ledges and rails. - Hot Dog Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Hot Dog Grind on copings and in pipes. - Hot Dog Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Hot Dog Grind on ledges and rails. - Kindgrind / Alleyoop Topside Mizou Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Kindgrind (Alleyoop Topside Mizou Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Kindgrind / Alleyoop Topside Mizou Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Kindgrind (Alleyoop Topside Mizou Grind) on ledges and rails. - Overpuss Grind / Topside Mistrial Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Overpuss Grind (Topside Mistrial Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Overpuss Grind / Topside Mistrial Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Overpuss Grind (Topside Mistrial Grind) on ledges and rails. - Savannah Grind / Alleyoop Unity Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Savannah Grind (Alleyoop Unity Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Savannah Grind / Alleyoop Unity Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Savannah Grind (Alleyoop Unity Grind) on ledges and rails. - Soyale Grind / Alleyoop Torque Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Soyale Grind (Alleyoop Torque Soul Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Soyale Grind / Alleyoop Torque Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Soyale Grind (Alleyoop Torque Soul Grind) on ledges and rails. - Sunny Day Grind / Topside Pornstar Grind / PStar Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Sunny Day Grind (Topside Pornstar Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Sunny Day Grind / Topside Pornstar Grind / PStar Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Sunny Day Grind (Topside Pornstar Grind) on ledges and rails. - Sweatstance Grind / Topside Mizou Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Sweatstance Grind (Topside Mizou Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Sweatstance Grind / Topside Mizou Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Sweatstance Grind (Topside Mizou Grind) on ledges and rails. - Topside Acid Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Topside Acid Grind on copings and in pipes. - Topside Acid Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Topside Acid Grind on ledges and rails. - Topside Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Topside Soul Grind on copings and in pipes. - Topside Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Topside Soul Grind on ledges and rails. - Torque Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Torque Grind on copings and in pipes. - Torque Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Torque Grind on ledges and rails. - UFO Backside Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the UFO Backside Grind on copings and in pipes. - UFO Backside Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the UFO Backside Grind on ledges and rails. - UFO Frontside Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the UFO Frontside Grind on copings and in pipes. - UFO Frontside Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the UFO Frontside Grind on ledges and rails. - Wheelbarrow Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Wheelbarrow Grind on copings and in pipes. - Wheelbarrow Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Wheelbarrow Grind on ledges and rails.
Definitions and Variations
- 360° Revert Grind
We learn a 360° Revert Grind based on different grinds. - 360° Rewind Grind
We learn a 360° Rewind Grind based on different grinds. - 360° Rewind Grind
We learn a 360° Rewind Grind based on different grinds. - Channel Grind
We learn a Channel Grind based on different grinds. - Darkside Grind
We learn a Darkside Grind based on different grinds. - Disaster Grind
We learn a Disaster Grind based on different grinds. - Farside Grind
We learn a Farside Grind based on different grinds. - Switchup Grind
We learn a Switchup Grind based on different grinds. - Topside Grind / Top Grind
We learn a Topside Grind (Top Grind) based on different grinds.
Difficulty Level
Challenging
Only very few skaters master the most demanding grinds in Aggressive Inline Skating.
Are you one of them?
Grinds
- Backside Pudslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backside Pudslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backside Pudslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backside Pudslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Backslide Fastslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Backslide Fastslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Backslide Fastslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Backslide Fastslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Fastslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Fastslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Fastslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Fastslide Grind on ledges and rails. - Misfit Grind / Alleyoop Topside Mistrial Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Misfit Grind (Alleyoop Topside Mistrial Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Misfit Grind / Alleyoop Topside Mistrial Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Misfit Grind (Alleyoop Topside Mistrial Grind) on ledges and rails. - Negative Acid Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Acid Grind on copings and in pipes. - Negative Acid Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Acid Grind on ledges and rails. - Negative Kettle Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Tea Kettle Grind on ledges and rails. - Negative Makio Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Makio Grind on copings and in pipes. - Negative Makio Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Makio Grind on ledges and rails. - Negative Mizou Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Mizou Grind on copings and in pipes. - Negative Mizou Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Mizou Grind on ledges and rails. - Negative Pornstar Grind / Negative PStar Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Pornstar Grind (Negative PStar Grind) on copings and in pipes. - Negative Pornstar Grind / Negative PStar Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Pornstar Grind (Negative PStar Grind) on ledges and rails. - Negative Soul Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Soul Grind on copings and in pipes. - Negative Soul Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Negative Soul Grind on ledges and rails. - Negative Tea Kettle Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Negative Tea Kettle Grind on copings and in pipes. - Pudslide Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Pudslide Grind on copings and in pipes. - Pudslide Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Pudslide Grind on ledges and rails.
Definitions and Variations
- Full Cab Grind
We learn a Full Cab Grind based on different grinds. - Negative Grind
We learn a Negative Grind based on different grinds.
Difficulty Level
Master
You’re a true master of Aggressive Inline Skating – or you simply want to discover and check out the coolest and most difficult grinds? Then you’re in exactly the right place:
Grinds
- Citric Acid Grind
(Copings & Pipes)
We learn the Citric Acid Grind on copings and in pipes. - Citric Acid Grind
(Ledges & Rails)
We learn the Citric Acid Grind on ledges and rails.
Definitions and Variations
- Step Grind
We learn a Step Grind based on different grinds.