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How to Kayak - What Beginners Need to Know | Perception Kayaks

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How to Kayak - What Beginners Need to Know | Perception Kayaks

1,713,497 views October 26, 2018 4:12

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In less than five minutes, you can learn kayaking basics like proper entry/exit, how to correctly hold a kayak paddle, paddling forward and backward and making a turn. Watch to paddle better and enjoy your time on the water more.

Chapters:
- 00:06 - Introduction to Kayaking
- 00:18 - Adjusting Footrests and Seat Back on Flat Ground
- 00:32 - How to Safely Enter and Exit Your Kayak on the Water
- 00:56 - Anatomy of a Kayak Paddle
- 01:04 - Proper Hand Placement and Grip Distance
- 01:14 - OK-Sign Grip Technique for Wrist Relief
- 01:28 - Understanding Asymmetrical Blades & Power Face Orientation
- 01:52 - Body Posture, Alignment, and Loose Hips
- 02:18 - Forward Stroke Technique & Core Torso Rotation
- 02:50 - Reverse Stroke (Back Paddling)
- 03:08 - Sweep Stroke for Turning
- 03:19 - Reverse Sweep Stroke
- 03:31 - Rudder Stroke for Steering While in Motion
- 03:46 - Drawstroke for Moving Sideways
- 03:58 - Final Wrap-Up & Resources

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