{"id":333960,"date":"2025-09-10T14:14:43","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T12:14:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/"},"modified":"2025-09-10T14:21:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T12:21:37","slug":"6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/","title":{"rendered":"6 tips for proper paddling when surfing &#8211; how to catch every wave!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_class=&#8221;kb-zoomout&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_type=&#8221;circular&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;rgba(42,46,64,0) 20%|rgba(42,46,64,0.48) 100%&#8221; background_color_gradient_overlays_image=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_start=&#8221;rgba(42,46,64,0)&#8221; 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text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><em>#Updated on 06.02.2022<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/surfing-warm-up\/\">Paddling properly while surfing<\/a> and then riding the waves&#8230; an indescribable feeling! To enjoy this pleasure, however, you first have to paddle hard. The right mix of strength and technique leads to success. So if you&#8217;ve been doing your indo board exercises at home, or have been to the gym or swimming, you&#8217;ll quickly make great progress after a few training sessions on the water. Here are some helpful tips from us so that you know what you need to consider when paddling to increase your stamina and be able to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/about-surfing-2\/\">surf<\/a> for longer:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#6_great_tips\" >6 great tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_1_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 1 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Its_all_a_matter_of_positioning\" >It&#8217;s all a matter of positioning!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_2_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 2 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Take_a_deep_breath\" >Take a deep breath!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_3_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 3 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Show_arm_use\" >Show arm use!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_4_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 4 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Cheer_up\" >Cheer up!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_5_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 5 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Send_your_feet_on_a_break\" >Send your feet on a break!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Tip_6_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\" >Tip 6 for correct paddling when surfing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Be_on_time\" >Be on time!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Conclusion_%E2%80%93_What_is_the_right_paddling_technique_for_surfing\" >Conclusion &#8211; What is the right paddling technique for surfing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Mistakes_you_can_avoid_when_learning_to_surf\" >Mistakes you can avoid when learning to surf<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/6-tips-for-proper-paddling-when-surfing-how-to-catch-every-wave\/#Dont_give_up_and_keep_at_learning_to_surf\" >Don&#8217;t give up and keep at learning to surf!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_1_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 1 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_all_a_matter_of_positioning\"><\/span>It&#8217;s all a matter of positioning!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before you start paddling, you should always check your position on the board. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/shape-dein-surfboard-teil-4-so-laminierst-du-dein-surfbrett\/\"><\/a>To ensure that you can glide optimally on the water, try to align your <strong>sternum to about 2\/3 of the length of the surfboard<\/strong>. You are in the right position when the nose is just above the surface of the water. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-tipps.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; tips&#8221; title_text=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; tips&#8221; align_tablet=&#8221;center&#8221; align_phone=&#8221;center&#8221; align_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221; always_center_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;] [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_2_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 2 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_deep_breath\"><\/span>Take a deep breath!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With all the concentration on the right technique when paddling and the physical exertion, it can be easy to neglect to <strong>breathe evenly<\/strong>. Side stitches and rapid exhaustion are the result. To avoid this, you can link your breathing to your arm strokes: for example, three arm strokes, inhale, three arm strokes, exhale. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/yoga\/\"><strong>Yoga<\/strong><\/a> or meditation exercises can also help you to control your breathing better.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Intermediate-Surfcamp-Paddeltechnik.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Surf schoolRidersSurf&#8217;NBike paddling&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Surf school Riders Surf &#8216;N Bike &#8211; Paddling&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_3_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 3 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Show_arm_use\"><\/span>Show arm use!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most important rule: never paddle with both arms at the same time! You save a lot of strength and energy if you <strong>alternate<\/strong> your <strong>arms<\/strong> &#8211; just like when crawl swimming. It is also important that you don&#8217;t just pull your arms flat through the water, but that you bend your <strong>elbows <\/strong>slightly and push the water out from under your boardwith deep arm strokes. Before each new paddle stroke, stretch your arm as far forward as possible to utilize the <strong>full radius<\/strong>. An efficient paddling technique means longer endurance and therefore more waves for you!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-armzug.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; arm pull&#8221; title_text=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; arm pull&#8221; align_tablet=&#8221;center&#8221; align_phone=&#8221;center&#8221; align_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221; always_center_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;] [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_4_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 4 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cheer_up\"><\/span>Cheer up!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While paddling, try to <strong>keep<\/strong> your <strong>upper body still<\/strong> by tensing the muscles in your lower back. Your head should always be slightly raised and your <strong>gaze<\/strong> directed <strong>forwards<\/strong>. After all, you need to know what is happening in front of you in the sea! Wondering how you can practice this on land too? For example with various yoga poses, such as the cobra, etc.    <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-kopf-hoch.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;proper paddling while surfing &#8211; head up&#8221; title_text=&#8221;proper paddling while surfing &#8211; head up&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_5_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 5 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Send_your_feet_on_a_break\"><\/span>Send your feet on a break!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When paddling, many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/about-surfing\/\">surfers<\/a> tend to tense their legs and feet &#8211; especially at the beginning. However, only the arms, shoulders and lower back actually have to work. The legs only serve as a <strong>counterweight to the upper body<\/strong> when paddling and help you to keep your <strong>balance on the board<\/strong>. Many surfers also cross their <strong>feet<\/strong> to <strong>consciously<\/strong> <strong>relax<\/strong> them. Just give it a try!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-fuesse.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; feet&#8221; title_text=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; feet&#8221; align_tablet=&#8221;center&#8221; align_phone=&#8221;center&#8221; align_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; sticky=&#8221;off&#8221; always_center_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;] [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_6_for_correct_paddling_when_surfing\"><\/span>Tip 6 for correct paddling when surfing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_on_time\"><\/span>Be on time!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you follow all the points mentioned above, you will have no problems reaching the line-up quickly. Catching the next wave, however, is an art in itself. The right timing plays a key role here! The more time you spend on the water, the better you will learn <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/243848-learn-how-to-read-waves\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"91\">to <strong>read<\/strong><\/a> the <strong>sea and the waves<\/strong>. When your wave arrives, try <strong>to paddle up<\/strong> <strong>in good time<\/strong> and give it another two or three strokes just before the take-off &#8211; let the fun begin!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-wellenreiten.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; wave riding&#8221; title_text=&#8221;correct paddling while surfing &#8211; wave riding&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_%E2%80%93_What_is_the_right_paddling_technique_for_surfing\"><\/span>Conclusion &#8211; What is the right paddling technique for surfing?  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The right paddling technique when surfing will get you into the line-up quickly and into the wave at the right moment. The right paddling technique for surfing depends on various factors: your position on the board, the strength in your arms, your stamina and your body tension.   <br \/>The most important thing is to make full use of the strength of your arms and to paddle with your hands in front of the surfboard so that you can push the water away from under the board. This will help you to move quickly and paddle effectively.   <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;The most common beginner mistakes when learning to surf&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/the-6-most-common-beginner-mistakes-when-learning-to-surf-and-how-to-avoid-them\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Tips for learning to surf&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; link_option_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/the-6-most-common-beginner-mistakes-when-learning-to-surf-and-how-to-avoid-them\/&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-lernen-fehler.jpg\" width=\"1080\" height=\"560\" alt=\"learning to paddle properly when surfing - mistakes\" class=\"wp-image-243846 alignnone size-full\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-lernen-fehler.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-lernen-fehler-980x508.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/richtiges-paddeln-beim-surfen-lernen-fehler-480x249.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1080px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;2em&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;30px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistakes_you_can_avoid_when_learning_to_surf\"><\/span>Mistakes you can avoid when learning to surf<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_give_up_and_keep_at_learning_to_surf\"><\/span>Don&#8217;t give up and keep at learning to surf!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In addition to paddling correctly when surfing, there are many other things you need to master on your way to becoming a &#8220;pro surfer&#8221;. To help you avoid the most common mistakes, we have listed our <strong>tips on the most common beginner mistakes when learning to surf<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/en\/the-6-most-common-beginner-mistakes-when-learning-to-surf-and-how-to-avoid-them\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone knows that paddling is to surfing as gin is to tonic. However, anyone who has ever been on a surfboard quickly realizes that paddling is not just paddling. 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