SUP Improved Paddling Technique

Once the basics of how to paddle board have been mastered we can begin to add a little more power to the stroke. In this video SUP technique expert Sam Ross demonstrates how to improve your paddling and increase your speed across the water.
The main thing to remember is that the board moves past the paddle so the most important thing is to place the blade where you reach.
The entry of the paddle is called the ‘catch’ and we need to make sure we bury the blade here. Keep the paddle vertical. The more the top hand is over the bottom hand the straighter the board will go. Lastly, make sure the blade comes out of the water at the feet. Drag will be created if you go past the feet.
Video produced by www.globalshots.co.uk
Featuring Sam Ross www.sam-ross.co.uk
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[@jefflandeen]

Yes, thanks for the clearly explained and well filmed tips. Good stuff

[@spunout6686]

One of the best paddle technique videos on YTube.

[@lilariki3183]

I love paddling on my weekends. I learn something new every time xx

[@b4ssfunk3d]

Just watched your video to see if I was doing it right. Lately I have felt very confident in my paddleboarding and just wanted to make sure I had the technique down. It felt natural and faster to me and just checked your technique and I was doing it the same way!!

[@MrSteeJans]

Great videos!! As a Canadian who grew up paddling a canoe, it takes some getting used to the practice of removing the paddle at the feet. It is counter-intuitive to the classic 'J-stroke' we learn for paddling a canoe. I do appreciate the attention to specific details on body mechanics, and the camera angles and use of slow motion to really isolate specific details. Excellent production!

[@68Bards]

Very succinct descriptions work very well with video. Great lesson

[@Andrea-vr2eq]

Perfect explanation ! Concise and good filming with every move clearly visible 👏

[@farrewelll]

Thank you very much for posting this great video showing me everything I was doing wrong I think people think paddle boarding is easy but if your Technique is off you can really be causing yourself some pain

[@aeneas116116]

Thanks..great form

[@TheTechofTech]

Best paddling technique video I’ve seen so far!

[@danarcher1553]

Great simple explanation. Looking forward to practicing..

[@luisfuentes6327]

de mucha ayuda, gracias

[@tonymaxwell1643]

Great videos man

[@salientrogue3117]

Just saw a few things I can do to improve. Thanks

[@donkeyface3448]

I love SUP’ing!!!

[@peterchan5097]

This is really helpful

[@vlaaady]

pretty good advice. Will try it out. I wonder what was the speed of the SUP in your video?

[@rogerlivsey8342]

If you hold the paddle vertically with the blade slightly rotated laterally in other words instead of from 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock it’s from 10 o’clock till 4 o’clock when you hit the water it will be 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock beside the board and you will never have to paddle on the other side again

[@redheadblader]

Thanks just what I was after. Can't wait to go out and put it into effect 😊

[@antonchernyshov8759]

Very clear, detailed instructions. Not a single trash word. Perfect footage. Great job! Thanks!

[@Synthalog]

Perfect script. BRAVO to the writers!

[@clarebearr5357]

A really clear video, I’ve just started getting comfortable standing up, so improving my biomechanics is the next step.

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[@fasterandhigher]

great video! thanks for the straight forward advice.

[@CTBlaze]

heh straight forward ;)

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[@neilw4333]

Thanks for the video. It's helps me a lot as a beginner with no one to ask. Cheers

[@emangili5637]

Cam you do 360 or 900 turn?

[@avrupaanaokulu2772]

Seems incredibly enjoyable

[@licarieldiaz5420]

Por favor en español, gracias 😊

[@sunaryonaryobadut]

Good,,

[@janeramos9472]

Loved your video. You have explained the techniques in a very simple way. I will share it with my friends. Keep posting!

[@TheMoranp]

Whjy do some intruction videos show the blade face different ways around

[@etemytradel4509]

are you paddling with an arc to stop from having switch sides? Id like to have a camera from above. You paddle super fast good video

[@robertofilipe8605]

Can you paddle almost anywere in the uk? I just moved newbury, near winchester, any good places here? In portugal i did sup almost every day! Great video

[@RedPaddleCo]

Hi - we're pretty spoilt for choice in the UK with almost every stretch of water available for exploration. If paddling inland waterways you may require a license so worth checking the British Canoe membership scheme on this otherwise always take notice of local regulations an signage to avoid dangerous or restricted waterways.

[@iainhughes6637]

Aegon the Spartan Bournemouth is a good sup and Harry’s Rock

[@scranspanners]

Great video. Is it just me or is the voiceover the same guy as the Metafit video guy?!

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[@alexanderko8573]

What size board are you using here?

[@RedPaddleCo]

Hi Alex, Sam is using our 11' Sport in this video. More info can be found on the link but don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions: redpaddleco.com/board/110-sport/

[@Gyuresssz]

I saw in another SUP video that the end of the paddle should be actually reversed vs shown here

[@RedPaddleCo]

Thanks for the comment. The video here is showing the correct way to hold the paddle.

[@masanft]

👍👍😎

[@jonathanevans9257]

Getting back on an inflatable board is really difficult from the side because they are so buoyant, I have to go to the back of it to get on, worth trying in safe water before going to sea! Wear lifejacket, anything can happen at sea!

[@oWMatt]

Never had any problem getting back on it...it's very easy for me.

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[@shibinfan140]

I noticed you have a very curved elbow in your upper arm when paddling. However, when I watch videos of sup races, most racers have a nearly straight upper arm. I think this will involve more core strength and make your strokes more powerful. Personal view though.

[@kulakov74]

How can he make so many strokes on one side without turning?!

[@Mr.Stroke0331]

No kidding 🤯

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Sec

[@zesowl]

Do all KZbin’rs have to play stupid music in their instructions, it’s annoying, anyways there were a couple tricks I learned from your video thx

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Do all you trolls smell the same?

[@danmclaughlin1180]

I can see back problems later in life.

[@oWMatt]

Why so?

[@BlazerRose]

Maybe not. Think about how strong your muscles get, by doing this 🙂

[@nseqdecirte2302]

i don't even do this

[@zunezvenzon1748]

Your elbow is way too high Before the Catch = Shoulder problems.

[@jamesmorris8721]

I can’t, it’s an inflatable board.