Every ride begins with the pop-up. Nail this one explosive movement and catching waves becomes a joy rather than a struggle.
Smooth and Explosive
The pop-up is a single fluid motion from lying to standing. Practise it on the beach until it is second nature before hitting the water.
Land in a low, balanced stance with your weight centred over the board.
A clean pop-up turns a wave you caught into a wave you ride.
Timing the Wave
Pop up too early or late and you miss the wave. Match your movement to the moment the wave picks you up.
Repetition on land builds the muscle memory that pays off in the water.
Key Takeaways
- Practise the pop-up on land
- Make it one fluid motion
- Land in a low, balanced stance
- Time it to the wave
Groove your pop-up until it is automatic and you will spend far more time riding and less time swimming.
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