TWO ROLLER SKATE STOPS BEGINNERS SHOULD LEARN • In my classes, I teach two stops — the Drag Toe Stop and the V-Stop. There are several other ways to stop, but I teach these because they are most effective regardless of the speed a skater is traveling. • The Drag Toe Stop is best for beginners to learn, as the beginners tend to purchase roller skates that come with toe stops. This is also the easiest way to stop as a beginner. • I teach the V-Stop to beginners because it is a stepping stone into