Break Through the Lineup: Paddling Out Tips For All Level Surfers

Описание: Your first paddle out the back is one of the biggest milestones in surfing.
In this episode, we break down exactly how to paddle out for the first time; and how to do it efficiently, safely, and with less frustration and more fun.

This video is Episode 1 of our First Time Paddling Out the Back series from Surf Simply. We focus on process over outcome, helping you build real paddling skills that work across a wide range of conditions; not just perfect days.

In this video you’ll learn:

How to choose the right conditions for learning (and why “small and perfect” isn’t always best)

How to read sets and lulls so you time your paddle out properly

When to walk vs paddle at a beach break to save energy

Correct board positioning for speed and efficiency

How to paddle through the whitewater and impact zone

When to use a push-up technique vs a turtle dive

A modern, effective turtle dive technique for higher-volume boards

A simple safety position for when you’re tired or overwhelmed

What to do once you make it out the back

How to sit, rest, observe the lineup, and avoid drifting

Simple tricks for holding position and turning your board

This episode is perfect for:

First-time surfers paddling out beyond the whitewater

Beginner surfers moving into unbroken waves

Intermediate surfers who want to paddle out faster, calmer, and with less energy loss

Next episode: We dive into paddle technique itself; strength, endurance, and efficiency, so your body can match the strategy you’re learning here.

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