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Ready Stance is simply a slight offset in your feet , so your front foot is pointed towards the centre , and your back foot comes back and behind , so you are in a 45-degree angle to the board ’ s direction . You have opened your hips , meaning you have maximum balance and can control the board how you need to .
The last three stokes So you are doing all of the above but still missing waves , chances are you ’ re missing the last three stokes . As you begin to catch the wave , it is all too tempting to let the adrenalin take control and try to get riding it straight away . This is the critical point where the wave fully peaks , and you need to complete the drop-in . All you need to do is keep paddling , take three more big strokes and don ’ t rush trying to ride the wave ; after all , your paddle is a huge advantage if you keep using it . From there on , it is controlling the board and enjoy the ride .
Check out www . haywood sports . com for details on Scott ’ s SUP coaching , events and training business , and you can follow him on Facebook and Instagram @ SUPScotty .