Flat Water Paddle Up Tutorial (impossible to fail)

The Kiteworld Shop

A step-by-step paddle-up tutorial from a shop: gear, foil position, a clean paddle stroke, then leg movement, and finally combining them. He says flat water paddle ups aren't required for downwind but are a big tool, and that with short, frequent sessions most people get it in 2–3 weeks. The gear shown is from a brand the shop sells.

Key points

• Start with a generous foil and a long board (he uses 8'4" × 18.5", about 112 L at 80 kg)
• Set the mast so your feet are in the same spot when paddling and when foiling (check by wing foiling the board)
• Keep the top hand in front of your forehead to keep the paddle straight; focus on cadence over power
• Practise the leg movement separately, e.g. throw the paddle away and move forward by shifting weight front/back
• In the attempt: look forward, strokes “nose to toes”, speed with the paddle first, then add the legs; keep paddling longer than you think. Practise 3–4 times a week

Creator says it's for Complete novices and beginners struggling with the paddle up

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhckkadeUN8