How to Stand Up Paddle Board | SUP Guide for Beginners by Instructor Eddie

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Hi! SUP Eddie here! I’m a Paddle Board Instructor and avid paddler from Southern California. In this video, I’m going to teach you How to Stand Up Paddle Board in this Ultimate Guide for Beginners.
This comprehensive paddle boarding for beginners guide is going to ensure you have a great time on the water and know what to do right away along with additional tips and tricks I’ve learned in my SUP Journey.
Some things I will be covering are…..
1. Paddle Boarding Equipment
2. Starting Position
3. Paddle Handling
4. Going Straight
5. Turning
6. Braking
7. U-Turns
8. How to Stand Up on a Paddle Board
9. Dropping Back Down Safely
10. Safety Tips
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FALLING OFF?
If you are struggling or just want to learn the most effective way to get back on a paddle board after you've taken a splash this blog will really help you out!
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Paddle Boarding is my passion, and I am so glad to welcome you to our aquatic community. I hope you find everything you are looking for!
See you on the water!
-SUP Eddie

[@SwinglerESZone]

Welcome, everyone. Let me know in the comments any questions or additional tips you’d like to share.

[@loririchards2246]

Well done Eddie! I’m a 61 year young female kayaker who had a strong urge to paddle board. I bought a SUP from Aldi. Yes, ALDI. It’s fantastic. Before I took to the lake, I watched this video 3 or 4 times. My plan that first day on the water was to just paddle my SUP around the lake on my knees. Instead, I did it all - knees, standing, wide turns, braking, U turn. So stinkin’ fun!! Thanks for making this sport easy to learn and a super fun first experience. I’m hooked!YOU ROCK❣️

[@SwinglerESZone]

You rock, Lori! Way to push yourself and go further than you previously thought. Cheers!

[@loririchards2246]

@@SwinglerESZone THANKS 😊

[@sarahmanley6310]

Watched countless beginner SUP Videos and this one is by far the clearest and most useful. My first SUP is arriving this month and I cannot wait to put these tips to use!

[@panussayaengwall1950]

Super agree

[@SandyM1968]

I'm 54 and always wanted a kayak. Went out yesterday and tried a friends kayak and paddle board and my mind has been changed. It's sooo hard, but watching your videos I think I'll do a little better. Definitely getting a paddle board. Thank you.

[@SwinglerESZone]

Glad you are getting out there and trying what works for you.

[@patricksaucier1203]

Hey. I'm sorry to see so few views. Your video was excellent. I am a 61 year old, fat man and I have recently taken up SUP for fun and fitness. I have watched a MANY "how to" videos and many are excellent presenting the same (more-or-less) best techniques as you. However, your detailed descriptions and many small steps is very well done. I have been practicing (my own inflatable arrives tomorrow) on a local lake with a lot of boat traffic. I have been handling the wakes pretty well standing, but last Saturday I was swamped by big one. I should have dropped to my knees, but I don't know how to do that and until I watched your video I had not thought about HOW I would do that. Immediately after watching your video, I tried on the floor and i am glad i did. Thanks, can't wait to get out on the water and practice some sumo squats.

[@christineball677]

Yes I agree , this is one of the most helpful video's I have seen . I really struggle to get back on my board.

[@JAUXAiken]

I’m?as

[@68Warpigs]

My wife and I have just bought our SUP's so watched a lot of beginner vids, this one has to rank among the best so thank you Eddie.

[@d.a.4121]

Thank you very much this was very helpful. Cheers from Canada

[@gracieariana8593]

This has been the most helpful video I have seen, thank you!

[@abeandwill]

Thanks Eddy this is the most clearly explained lesson I’ve watched. I’m 71 and started paddling last year. I have enjoyed it from the start but was never sure if my technique was correct. Thanks for making it so clear. Will definitely be watching your other videos.

[@SwinglerESZone]

I'm glad to help and glad to hear you are staying active.

[@panussayaengwall1950]

100 100 100 for this, simple, easy to follow, clear and to the main point. Id take his class if im close by. Now im ready to go paddle, seriously just watched it again right before i go paddle.

[@sharono2843]

Great tips. I’m a newbie and been out 5 times but now got better idea where I go from here 😄

[@NasTimeAdventures]

A great tutorial. This is paddle boards for dummies. Except I feel like an expert now. Thanks.

[@IJIV773]

Man ! Thank you so much! You are so good at explaining this out. Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@Tejaroxy]

Thanks you so much, so helpful. And I am so grateful you brought up wildlife! Thank you!

[@SwinglerESZone]

Of course! We need to respect nature when we are in her space.

[@christinajohnstonyogaandar6636]

I feel much more confident to begin! thank you ! You are an excellent teacher!

[@stellav2013]

Hi just watched your video, and I feel a lot more at ease, will be going to try my paddle board soon.

[@raymondtizabi]

Sorry to repeat what others have said, but this is an excellent video and Eddie has done a fantastic job explaining the basics. Looking forward to putting these tips to use. Thank you!

[@hlnkid47]

Excellent video. I’m new to paddle boarding, but do have some experience with basic kayaking, so I know some of the paddle techniques, but this went beyond what I thought I needed to know for SUP. Great and simple explanation that makes sense. Thank you!

[@kenchoie3593]

Great idea! I like you do your demonstration on the indoor/ floor.

[@gregoryconroy9835]

Terrific video - great coverage of basics.

[@issamsaydi9391]

Many thanks 🙏 for sharing this video, much appreciated. I’ve just bought my first SUP board I feel already confident to start👍👍👍👍

[@MarkAllenHyenaMotorcade]

Great video! Learned a lot....Just got my first paddle board last week and tried it for the first time at Newport Dunes on Christmas Day......I took a splash and it was harder than I thought but I'm now addicted and am looking forward to my next experience

[@erinwhite1732]

This is an excellent tutorial! Very well taught!! Thank you!

[@lynneskite-tant5665]

So far, this is the most helpful video for beginners that I have found. Thanks for posting!

[@lk8270]

Clear instructions! Thank you!

[@loladesign1071]

I'm just about to buy my first paddle board, so your video was absolutely fantastic. Thank you.

[@annnorth9255]

Maybe include some videos on transporting paddle board on top of vehicle. how to easily mount dismount. Also making the paddle boarding experience a workout for the core as you become more experienced, etc.

[@SheidaRad]

Very good video. I'm going to use these techniques today when I'm going to paddle for the first time. Thank you!

[@abderrazak6122]

The best video on the subject. I like it

[@JoelLeppard]

Nice video well done. I think it shows that you're an instructor so you know how to teach beginners in a way that makes sense to us and that we'll remember.

[@danakehrley]

I used this video on the spot to SUP for the first time, not a splash! Thanks for all the tips!!!

[@annabell2077]

The most helpful video. Thanks 🙏

[@chuexiong0404]

Wow! Best instructional video for beginners. I appreciate it!

[@jasminejp5899]

Best instruction video I’ve seen! Thanks!

[@fromyorkshire]

Fantastic video. All super clear and straightforward. Thanks for sharing.

[@edsueshay]

Great no nonsense information. Lots of clear concise tips for novices. Big thumbs up for Eddie👍🏻

[@Tregnier52]

Very clear and helpful. Thank you!

[@cavemanl06]

Solid! One of the best beginner vids I've seen yet! Just got my seagods skylla in this week, and stoked to this weekend

[@Productum]

Well explained, thanks for sharing! :) Last year I bought the Aqua Marina Supertrip board and I'm still very happy with it (easy handling, stable, good price-performance, one board two people and a lot of fun)! ;)

[@RafaSalem]

So useful! Thanks!

[@pauljones4871]

My paddle board is being delivered today, and I can't wait to get started, after watching this video I feel much more confident about getting out for the first time. Many thanks 🤗

[@SwinglerESZone]

You are going to have a blast!

[@malgorzatajohnston1837]

Very helpful! Thank you 😊

[@feedfeed5942]

Tomorow first time to me to try SUP Thanks a lot for your easy explanation 🌹🌹🌹

[@nemahart1857]

Great tips thank you!

[@destinedtodevinespiritualc119]

Thanks bud buying one this year now going to self learn and then teach my boys. Xxxx

[@angiebonillag]

Great crash course, thank you

[@elishascott7736]

This was a great video, really really helpful thank you

[@VDL012007]

Thank you so much, your introduce is easy to understand

[@greeneyedlady91659]

I live on a lake and have been dying to get on this water, so I ordered a paddleboard and just received it today. I was looking for video instruction for beginners and this one was the most informative I've found! Now, to hit the water! Thank you! I will be looking for more videos from you!

[@ajayp2070]

Excellent video! Clear and concise and informative.

[@timbui5556]

Thank you for the great instructions

[@carmenchapman2891]

Video was awesome thanks👏 amazing tips

[@jp61370]

Thanks for your great videos. It has been very useful.

[@Doros_L]

Thanks mate, this has been very helpful. Cheers

[@josiasmainardi]

Very nice video, amazing tips!

[@thiakelleher9348]

Thx for all this great guidance and tips; I found it very helpful and will share with others!

[@peteremery7392]

Best video out there👍 thank you

[@janem2149]

Great tutorial, thanks for sharing 🌊

[@TheMomofABC]

Nice! Thank you I went on a SUP for the first time today and I asked all those questions out loud and I got no answers from near by SUPers, so thank you!

[@LuisMolfino]

Hi, I saw a bunch of videos about SUP tutorials and your video was the best so far.! Thank you very much for sharing! Keep it up!

[@suemackenzie7538]

Amazing guy, great demo!!!

[@kcontrea]

Great vídeo!! Thanks!!

[@lisamsmith8033]

Thank you Thank you Very helpful...I saved this video for later also to refer back to

[@sharondawson8389]

Great details, thanks

[@the1spen]

Thanks for the help and tips. We’re going tomorrow and it’s my second time. I’m gonna try these techniques. It was so fun the first time I tried so can’t wait till the morning.

[@margaretbrown1210]

Thank you for the help

[@angelinewu612]

Thanks for sharing all the details. I just had my first time paddle boarding, I just can’t stand up😅 I found it’s really comfortable sitting on the board

[@momster7608]

excellent instructions!

[@laurawarriner4772]

Excellent Video. You go over everything. Just ordered my SUP so I'm a newbie. I'm from Hermosa Beach but now live on Coeur d'Alene lake in north Idaho. The lake has a lot of boat traffic so I'm hoping I really learned something from your video!!

[@tgdb4968]

Great video, thanks man.

[@lionelbower8094]

Great help 👍 👌

[@anna_murawski]

Very helpful, thank you brother

[@caramclachlin1949]

I'm about to go out for the first time with a friend in a couple of hours (I'm clumsy, fingers crossed 😂). Your video was very helpful, and had a few extra trips than the other videos I watched had. Thank you.

[@bradbennett3778]

thanks man,very informative ..new to sup ,60yrs young..was a mad keen sailboarder in the 90's...but,too many years have passed since then...my balance has disappeared ,fatter too. ...i will stick with your lessons koa...thanks..cheers from australia...

[@anitasawicka8842]

Wow great video;thanks 👌 👍 👏

[@raphaelreiter]

Thanks for the good tips ! :>

[@Shewolfen]

Mahalo! this was really helpful and nicely done video.

[@marcelaardila9070]

Thanks so much to make and share this clear video. I had my first experience 2 days ago with a rented SUP board, I saw some videos before do it and I have to say some of them were good but this one is definitely better, I missed but I will see it more than once before go to the water next time in my own board (which will arrive next week) Just as comment, no sure if other people have this experience as beginner: I got "burnt" in some parts in my fingers with the paddle, by the friction. I bought gloves for next time despite I have no seen people using them for this sport. I do prefer look weird than hurt me again. Thanks again for your video ;)

[@jeannehogueforni382]

best beginners video

[@Green_eyes77]

Appreciate how helpful this video is. Do you have any tips on paddle boarding with your older kids (10 and up)

[@donnamarie9593]

Outstanding!!!! 💝 your enthusiasm and passion! You’ve made this so simple and straightforward 🤩 Best intro to SUP! Thank you 😊

[@SwinglerESZone]

I'm glad this was useful to you! Enjoy your time in nature and soak up that sun!

[@keenwalkersuper]

supper! thank you a lot!

[@nadiasimard3617]

Thanks for the very informative video. This is the best one I seen. I have a question for you. How to get back on the board in shallow water and deeper water?

[@mirandawilliamson1784]

Excellent video thank you! I only saw this after my first SUP experience this evening which involved taking several splashes when trying to stand. I’m hoping your explanations will make it easier next time! I have very tight Achilles so can’t squat very low with flat feet .. which doesn’t seem to aid standing. I’m also 6’ so centre of gravity higher. Any extra tips please on maintaining balance when going to stand, and once stood?

[@cristiconstantinescu9848]

Awesome tips man! For me it doesn't work to look at the horizon or right in front, it feels like falling 😂 but instead, when I look down at the tip of the board I can connect with it and I balance perfectly. Pretty terrifying experience 😅 but I'll keep at it

[@MrDomelS]

Thanks for this video. I found it very informative. Like and sub from Italy ;)

[@christopherjbobrowski]

i'm writing this on my bf's account. he caught me watching this and he found it very informative, keep up the good videos thank you!

[@3zizedewit98]

Best A-Z starting to sup

[@kevywilliams3304]

Awesome !!!! I was going to spend more money to get a kayak paddle for kneeling

[@brianmorrison9168]

Have you tried SUP Ball yet ? According to the internet, Stand Up Paddle Ball is a combination of netball, water polo, lacrosse, and rugby .. probably easier just to say football (soccer) on water. It has come to the UK now, from Australia, where the sport originated and looks like fun. Regards from the UK

[@SwinglerESZone]

I have not, but that sounds really interesting. I'll have to check it out!

[@annnorth9255]

Thanks so much! Excellent, precise foundation information for gaining confidence to enjoy my paddle boarding experience!

[@sgtz113ang]

nice

[@JustMe-zv8po]

Thank you - i paid for lessons. Learnt nothing. You have showed and helped me so much. Thank again

[@PumpinggainzNartistic]

It's best to try them in calm flat water though for full experience ie not falling off too much

[@CaptChev]

Thank you for a great video I really enjoyed it, I was just curious about the direction of the paddle, I have always held my paddle the way that you show, but recently I have seen photos and videos of people holding it the other way with the angle pointing away from you. Is this just a matter of preference or is there a correct way to hold the paddle?

[@SwinglerESZone]

The paddle is designed to help you glide across the water. When you flip it changes to scooping which will deplete your stamina much faster and throw you more off balance. Kayaks scoop water as they are lower to the ground and center of gravity. Remember when paddle boarding your goal is to glide across the water as efficiently as possible.

[@masongriffin1815]

I'd like to get a paddle board i could also use in surf, how would i stand?

[@karenmorrison6908]

I have hip and lower back problems is there another way to stand up from kneeling? I don't have the power to get into the squat position. If so could you maybe make up a video as I found this one very helpful x

[@SwinglerESZone]

Hey Karen, sorry for not getting back to you sooner. This question might be best answered by your chiropractor. I know people have started from a sitting position since they can't kneel the whole time. However, sumo squatting to get back up is the safest way as your are using your thighs and calves to support your lower back.

[@PumpinggainzNartistic]

What to do if fall of it in sea with life jacket on, hard to get back on sup

[@MsVolleyba11]

After watching this, I feel like I don't need a private lesson. Your demonstration was perfection! However, if you still recommend a trainer for my first time, then I'll get one!

[@SwinglerESZone]

Hi Britt! Thanks for watching! At the end of the day it's totally up to you. The great side of a trainer is you'll be able to learn things much faster and avoid mistakes early on :)

[@MsVolleyba11]

@@SwinglerESZone Thank you for that! I'll look into finding one when I do go for my first time!

[@peanutbutterjelly7370]

Great vid. I've figured some of this stuff out myself, but I'm still working on balance. Here's a question. I have a larger sup & a smaller one for surfing. I've noticed that in vids, sometimes I see people paddling low volume sups with their feet pretty close together. I've always placed mine at about shoulder width. Do you have any advice on stance width?

[@SwinglerESZone]

For stability, you should always paddle shoulder width apart. As you bring them closer together your range to adjust is reduced. This method is generally used for narrower boards for more speed. You can paddle them closer together, it requires a pretty good measure of balance and experience.

[@3268nathaliew]

Kkm