Only if you want to do the vast majority of tricks within the world of skating. Not only are ollies a skill that allows you to navigate on your skateboard competently. This trick allows you to get the board into the air, giving you a platform to flick, spin, rotate, wrap and grab the board with enough time to set up for a smooth landing. We cannot understate how important an ollie is. So if you are out there trying flip tricks and you can’t ollie, you need to check your priorities.