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 - All in the Prep
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - All in the Prep
All in the Prep

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’re most likely aware that recently there have been a few well-off gents flying up to the edge of space, dressed as Thunderbirds, who have then returned to earth with big grins to pop corks and shower their teams in Champagne. Your Wing foiling journey will have many similarities. You aim to leave...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Utthita Parsvakonasana / Extended side angle pose
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Utthita Parsvakonasana / Extended side angle pose
Utthita Parsvakonasana / Extended side angle pose

This pose is about extending the arm, legs and stance. Already a challenging pose on land, on a SUP it’s even more of a challenge, so it’s important to take the time to get the foundations right. Start by positioning the legs even distance from the central handle of the board. Front toes pointing forward, back toes at 90 degrees....

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Shavasana / Corps Pose
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Shavasana / Corps Pose
Shavasana / Corps Pose

This is the easiest Yoga pose you can do on a SUP. The corpse pose doesn’t require you to do much apart from lay still, so even those with poor balance can do this one! It’s important to lay in the middle of the board with the middle of the back positioned over the handle, so there is even weight...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Dhanurasana / Bow pose
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Dhanurasana / Bow pose
Dhanurasana / Bow pose

Bow pose can be done facing either the length of the board facing the nose or on the short edge as demonstrated. Lie on your stomach with your feet apart, bend your knees and hold onto your ankles or the top of your feet, which ever you can reach! Breathe in and lift your chest off the board and pull...

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 - The Heel to Toe Tack
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Heel to Toe Tack
The Heel to Toe Tack

Just when you thought you could relax and possibly rest on your laurels. Content in the knowledge that you have built up quite a box of tricks, bursting with gybes, a cheeky tack, pumping and ducking. Well, we’re going to burst that rightfully smug bubble and set you yet another challenge. Not quite the Crypton Factor, but the heel-to-toe tack...