Stand Up Paddle Beginner (Surf) Program |
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Trim along peeling waves in 1½ feet (½ metre) surf.
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| Conditions |
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Unbroken soft waves of 1½ft (½ metre). Sandy beach with even gradient and channel, free from strong rips, hazards, dumping shore break. Wind speed less than 20 kms/ hour (12 knots/miles per hour), offshore winds no more than 18 kms/ hour (10 knots/miles per hour).
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| Pre- requisites |
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| Competencies |
Understand the surf environment
Identify SUP hazards
Choose a safe SUP location
Identify safe places to enter and exit the surf
Negotiate waves
Correct paddling technique and stance
Catch and ride waves
Demonstrate correct wipe-out and mount/dismount
Demonstrate correct SUP etiquette
Demonstrate correct wipe-out and dismount
Choose suitable board and equipment
Identify how to care for the SUP environment
SUP Manoeuvres
Trim along a wave (backhand & forehand)
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| Qualification |
ASI Stand Up Paddle Beginner (Surf) certificate
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