{"id":376,"date":"2021-06-14T04:12:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-14T04:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/?p=376"},"modified":"2023-07-27T03:44:18","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T03:44:18","slug":"get-back-on-paddleboard-fall-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aquaticglee.com\/get-back-on-paddleboard-fall-off\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Back on a Paddle Board After Falling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the hardest things to do as a novice paddle is to get on top of a paddleboard. The waving waters, wind\nmoving from all directions, the unstable board; all these factors make it even\nharder for you to get onto the board and avoid falling off again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a guide on what you can do to quickly mount and stand on a paddleboard any time you plunge onto the water and how to fall off safely either as you learn for the first time or take a refresher course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steps to get on a Paddle Board After Falling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Falling is inevitable. One way or another you will lose your stability and before you know it you\u2019re in the water wadding around. For some, this is a frightening moment because you’re unsure of what to do. If you find yourself in such a situation, here’s a guide on the next steps you can take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. The moment you feel you’re about to fall, aim your body towards the water as the board, especially if it is the solid type, can hurt you which will make it even more difficult to get back on the board. Avoid falling feet fast especially in shallow waters. <\/li>
  2. Immediately after the fall, if have no leash, look for the location of both your board and your paddle. Head for the board first.<\/li>
  3. As a rule of thumb, when you fall in deep water, the first thing is to try to get into a horizontal floating position. Treading is an option but it won\u2019t help in this case. While in the horizontal position, kick behind your body and get yourself to the side of the board. Avoid kicking below the board as it will be almost impossible to get onto the board.<\/li>
  4. Locate the center of the board, grab the handle at the midsection using your predominant hand and pull yourself onto the board. <\/li>
  5. Once on the board, assume a sitting or kneeling position. Paddle with your hands to paddle.<\/li>
  6. After getting your paddle, follow the how-to-stand steps above and keep on having fun\u2026<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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