Truckstop, don't give up on the rollers. I consider myself a total klutz but now can do them without issue.

Tip #1- ask the Mr. to hold you while you are riding, and gradually let go. That way you keep your hands on the bars.

Tip #2 - imagine a horizontal line on the ground approx 10-20 feet in front of you and try to ride for that line. Don't look down early on.

With a little practice you will be able to ride them on your own and even graduate from the doorway, which is what I have done. Like I said, if a klutz like me can do it, I expect you can do it too.