Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Advanced Technique

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - An introduction to River SUP
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - An introduction to River SUP
An introduction to River SUP

Having covered the “mainstream” (no pun’s intended) flat water, surf and downwind paddling disciplines we feel it is certainly appropriate to ramp up the ante somewhat and introduce SUP river paddling. Consider it the “downhill” mountain biking version of stand up paddling as opposed to cross-country riding - with all the relative obstacles, challenges and body protection being duly warranted....

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Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Pumping
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Pumping
Pumping

We’re going to delve into the world of pumping as a means to get up on the foil for this issue. If you’re happily flying around, you will perhaps notice that you need considerably less power in your wing once you’re up than you do to get up. Effectively, this can mean that you’re on a bigger wing than required!...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Toeside Pumping
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Toeside Pumping
Toeside Pumping

This issue we’re going to take you through something that is much more of a skill than a fancy pants move. Pumping on or from toeside might not be high on your priority list. It may not garner you a coach full of admirers, but it is well worth a considerable investment of your practice time. It’s just so brilliantly...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Carving 360
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Carving 360
The Carving 360

Oh boy, do we have something high on the fun stakes for you today. The carving 360! If you fancy yourself as a bit of an artisan carver, then look no further than this peach for a way to express yourself truly. If you’re of a more modest persuasion, but still hold a candle to carving, this is also for...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Dandasana - Stick Pose - Beginner
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Dandasana - Stick Pose - Beginner
Dandasana - Stick Pose - Beginner

This seated pose has low gravity therefore is stable on a Stand Up Paddelboard making it accessible to all levels. To achieve this pose, ensure you are seated directly over the handle in the middle of the board. Extend the legs out straight pushing through your heals engaging the quad muscles. Sit up straight with a long spine, extending the...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Marichyasana / Sage Pose
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Marichyasana / Sage Pose
Marichyasana / Sage Pose

This spinal twist is ideal for beginners new to SUP Yoga as it is low to gravity and there’s not much chance of falling off the board. Position yourself over the handle or center of the board bending one knee and aligning the foot with the hip. With the hand or fingertips on the board for support behind you, twist...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Urdhva Mukha Svanasana / Upward Facing dog
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Urdhva Mukha Svanasana / Upward Facing dog
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana / Upward Facing dog

Low to gravity, upward facing dog is a stable posture to practice on a SUP. It opens the back and stretches the front of the body which feels amazing especially when you take big deep breaths in. Press both hands evenly onto the board and imagine lifting up and out of the chest rather than simply leaning backwards. Depending on...