Stand in the center of the board with feet parallel, shoulder-width apart
Keep knees slightly bent and core engaged
Hold the paddle with one hand on the top grip and the other on the shaft
Angle the paddle blade forward with the scoop facing you
Reach forward and plant the blade fully in the water near the nose of the board
Pull the paddle back alongside the board using your core and torso, not just your arms
Lift the paddle out of the water near your feet
Switch sides regularly to keep the board moving straight
Use short, smooth strokes for steering and longer strokes for speed
Keep your eyes forward and your weight centered
For turning, paddle more on one side or use a sweep stroke from nose to tail
For stopping, place the paddle in the water beside the board and drag lightly
For reverse paddling, flip the blade orientation and stroke from tail to nose
Maintain a relaxed grip and steady breathing
Step carefully and keep three points of contact when moving on the board