Forwards Paddling Online Course
Develop an efficient forward paddling stroke with a Euro, Greenland and Wing paddle
The forwards paddle stroke is, arguably, the most important paddle stroke for us as sea kayakers. It's what we use to propel us forwards and, if we get it right, should feel relaxed and efficient.
In this series of lessons we break down the forwards paddle stroke into its key areas and progressively build up the skill looking at the catch, power and recovery stages of the stroke. By the end of the course you should hopefully have the skills and knowledge to paddle more efficiently throughout the day, maximising your enjoyment on the water.
Course modules
Fundamental lessons
- The whole stroke
- Environment and equipment
- Boat fit
- Posture
- Warm ups
- Paddle grip
- Rotation and leg drive
- Keep the paddle away
Catch, Power, Recovery lessons
- The catch phase
- The power phase
- The recovery phase
Developing the stroke lessons
- Common Faults
- Cruising vs accelerating
Exercises
- Straight Arms
- Paddle and glide
- Tap Tap
Performance wing paddling lessons
- Introduction
- Equipment
- Technique
- Stroke rate
- Training for performance
- Planning considerations
Greenland paddling lessons
- Introduction
- Whole stroke
- Catch
- Power
- Recovery
- Variations
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Anja, Norway
Great videos that really shows all the aspects of different strokes and skills. would recommend it for both novice kayakers as well as experienced paddlers. Lots of useful tips for me as a coach too.
Kevin, UK
This course is brilliant - very well put together with high definition footage and easy to understand descriptions of techniques. I have used much of the course material on the water and in theory and it is faultless. I just keep going over and over and it never gets old. Great job guys - I thoroughly recommend to beginner, intermediate and enthusiasts alike - great stuff
Lee, USA
Videos are brilliantly shot, simple to follow. Love the use of multiple angles, really helps to understand the full picture of a movement. Great resource, amazing!
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