Of course, the time that one takes to learn to ride a hoverboard differs from person to person. However, on an average, users take up to 5 minutes to stand comfortably on the board. Add another 30-45 minutes to master the movements on the board. For you to practice, it is recommended that you use a flat carpet, in a room with lots of open space and no objects with sharp corners. Once you’re comfortable with riding on a flat carpet, you should gradually shift to hardwood floors, etc. Basically, the average user can learn how to safely ride a hoverboard within an hour or two.