Stand up paddle technique is the absolute most key part of the sport! Once that technique is established, everything else is made to be effortless. Check this helpful video series from Dave Kalama – International Stand Up Paddle boarding guru as he runs through everything from carrying your board to the beach right down to catching your first wave.
Take it to the next step
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[red_title title=”Determining your paddle length” subtitle=”Before even hitting the water make sure that you have your paddle set at a suitable height around 6″ above your head height!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Getting your board to the water” subtitle=”Get your board to the beach the easiest way possible, the following way is great if you do not have a handle… otherwise just use the handle.” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Attaching your leash” subtitle=”A simple velcro!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Standing Up” subtitle=”Taking your first steps to getting up on the board” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Paddling Technique” subtitle=”This is where practise makes perfect!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Turning” subtitle=”After mastering the paddling technique, turning is the next feat.” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Paddling Prone” subtitle=”Sometimes it is necessary to paddle laying down, like when your paddling upwind.” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Dismounting the board” subtitle=”Getting off your board is just as important as getting on your board!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”The Rules” subtitle=”Know the rules before you hit the water!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Paddling out in the surf” subtitle=”After you have mastered the flat water… the surf is the next step!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Catching waves” subtitle=”Learn to surf your first waves!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
[red_title title=”Paddle Technique Analysis” subtitle=”If you really want to analyse your paddle technique, watch this video!” style=”red-title-ultra” ][/red_title]
Thanks to Naish & Dave Kalama for producing this video series outlining the correct Stand Up Paddle Technique.
