Mastering The Pivot & Paddle

Today we’ll show you how to master the pivot and paddle when surfing. This technique will make you more agile in the water and allow you to catch more waves.

Step 1:

Sit on your surfboard and shift your weight to the tail

Step 2:

Use circular movements with your hands and feet to spin your surfboard.

Step 3:

Grab the rails and thrust your tail down into the water as you pull your chest up onto the surfboard. This will give you a small boost as you start paddling into the wave.