How To Get A Wicked Catch On The Dragon Boat - Dragonboat Technique

Another common mistake I see paddlers make is that they are rotating as they are transitioning from the exit to their catch. This fluid movement between the end of the last stroke and the start of the next stroke is missing the power that comes when we can use the weight of our body to land on the blade. This transitions usually involves the shoulders or arms dropping the blade into the water, not the whole torso.
R. E. D. is an acronym I use in that explains the setup of the dragon boat stroke. Rotate. Extend. Drop. This video dissects the phase prior to the catch and explains why it is important to separate the rotation, extension and drop to deliver maximum power. This is one of the 5 steps of the #dragonboattechnique I coach that relates to stroke mechanics.
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[@keithlittlebury2986]

Too much talking not enough demo

[@dragonboatcoach]

Thanks for stopping by and the feedback.

[@eddyededwin]

whats ur opinion on leg position in a dragonboat? both foot in front or one front one back?

[@dragonboatcoach]

Hi Cole! I like gunwhal leg forward and inside foot flat in the boat below the knee for stability in the stroke I coach. Bottom line; being able to land the body on the blade and pull yourself up with leg connection is what matters!

[@Branjiebelle]

Do you think using a seat pad creates a drag that stops you from rotating properly?

[@dragonboatcoach]

Hi @Branjibelle! I have never used a seat pad that restricted my rotation. However, I have only ever used the approved neoprene dragon saddles so Im not familiar with other brands. If you get a lot of blisters I would say your seat pad is too restrictive., in my opinion.

[@penelopasprockets6665]

Nice video. But why teaching dragon boat techniques on OC1? Movements look similar but body positions/strain are different. For example, I keep one foot under bench while im on a dragon boat, and the bench itself is 12-15 inch over water level.

[@Lehmann108]

Training in an OC for dragon boat instantly reveals your weaknesses in any aspect of your stroke. Your bad technique can "hide" in a drain boat, but not in an OC.

[@dragonboatcoach]

Hi Penelopa! I think Lehmann answered the purpose of OC1 training for dragon boaters perfectly. I created these videos for those of us who train solo on our OC and then paddle dragon boat.These are the exact same drills I coach on the dragon boat. The blade mechanics (what our paddle does in the water) are the same on all vessels. But you are correct that how we sit on each vessel varies. Thats when we change body mechanics to adjust.

[@smithlady]

@@dragonboatcoach can I share some of your videos on my dragon boat club’s fb/IG?? I would make sure to link your youtube channel within it! Im with Raleigh Dragon Boat Club

[@dragonboatcoach]

@@smithlady Hi Jessica! Thanks you for the interest. Please feel free to share the KZbin links to your page. I would love to know feedback from the paddlers.And if there is something your group has a challenge with so I can make new videos :)

[@annmaroni7650]

I notice you don’t;t grip the paddle with your thumb on your lower hand