{"id":680,"date":"2026-10-14T19:46:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T19:46:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/?p=680"},"modified":"2026-10-19T12:44:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T12:44:11","slug":"learn-the-surf-take-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/learn-the-surf-take-off\/","title":{"rendered":"Understand the Take-off: How to Stand Up on a Surfboard"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article takeoff-style-section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_code_0 et_pb_code et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_code_inner\"><style>\n.takeoff-article{color:#3E2E27;background:#F8F6EF;font-family:inherit;font-size:18px;line-height:1.65}\n.takeoff-article 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In the water, correct just one mistake per attempt.\"}}]}<\/script><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"artikelkopf\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_post_title_0 et_pb_post_title et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-title\"><div class=\"et_pb_title_container\"><h1 class=\"entry-title\">Understand the Take-off: How to Stand Up on a Surfboard<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"einstieg\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-surfen-anfaenger-weisswasser.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-surfen-anfaenger-weisswasser.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-surfen-anfaenger-weisswasser-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-surfen-anfaenger-weisswasser-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-surfen-anfaenger-weisswasser-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 90vw, 820px\" class=\"wp-image-325\" alt=\"A beginner surfer practises a take-off on a small whitewater wave.\" title=\"A beginner surfer practises a take-off on a small whitewater wave.\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>You paddle for a wave, feel your <a href=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/find-the-right-surfboard\/\">Surfboard<\/a> pick up speed, and suddenly it's time: you want to stand up.<\/p>\n<p>This is where the take-off comes in: the movement from lying down to standing on your surfboard.<\/p>\n<p>At first, it may feel like a lot of movements at once. Don't worry: you can learn the take-off step by step, and practise much of it on land.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"position\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>The right position on your surfboard<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>A good take-off starts while you're still lying on the board.<\/p>\n<p>Your body should be centred along the board's length. Make sure the nose neither digs deeply into the water nor points high above it.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-box\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Too far forward: the nose can dip underwater.<\/li>\n<li>Too far back: the board slows down and catching waves becomes harder.<\/li>\n<li>Balanced in the middle: your board can glide better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Lift your upper body slightly while paddling and look ahead. This lets you watch the <a href=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/learn-to-read-waves\/\">wave<\/a> and prepare for the take-off.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"schritte\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Learn the take-off: stand up step by step<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Three things matter in the take-off: timing, a controlled pop-up and a stable stance.<\/p>\n<p>The exact technique can vary with your board, mobility and learning stage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_5 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"anpaddeln\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>1. Paddle for the wave<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Paddle steadily, keep the board pointing where you want to go and build enough speed.<\/p>\n<p>As the wave pushes your board and you begin to glide, prepare for the take-off.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-1-welle-anpaddeln.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-1-welle-anpaddeln.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-1-welle-anpaddeln-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-1-welle-anpaddeln-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-1-welle-anpaddeln-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1536px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-326\" alt=\"A beginner paddles for a small wave on a softboard.\" title=\"A beginner paddles for a small wave on a softboard.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Stand too early and you may lack speed. Wait too long and the wave may become too steep.<\/p>\n<p>The right timing comes mainly with practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_6 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"haende\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>2. Place your hands beside your torso<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Place your hands flat on the board, roughly beside your lower ribs.<\/p>\n<p>Push your upper body up to create space for bringing your legs underneath you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-2-haende-aufsetzen.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-2-haende-aufsetzen.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-2-haende-aufsetzen-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-2-haende-aufsetzen-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-2-haende-aufsetzen-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1536px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-327\" alt=\"A beginner places their hands beside the torso during the take-off.\" title=\"A beginner places their hands beside the torso during the take-off.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-box\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Important: don't grip the rails. This can affect your balance and make the pop-up harder.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_7 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"fuesse\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>3. Bring your feet underneath you<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Now bring your feet into your surf stance.<\/p>\n<p>Your front foot lands roughly between your hands; your rear foot goes further back. Both feet are across the board's length, as close to its centreline as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-3-fuesse-positionieren.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-3-fuesse-positionieren.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-3-fuesse-positionieren-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-3-fuesse-positionieren-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-3-fuesse-positionieren-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1536px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-328\" alt=\"A beginner brings their feet underneath the body during a take-off.\" title=\"A beginner brings their feet underneath the body during a take-off.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>There are two stances:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-box\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Regular: your left foot is in front.<\/li>\n<li>Goofy: your right foot is in front.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Neither is better. What matters is which feels natural to you.<\/p>\n<p>You can move your feet forward in one flowing movement or use an intermediate step. Your coach helps you find the right version.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_8 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"stand\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_18 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>4. Stand steadily and look ahead<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_19 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>You did it: you're standing!<\/p>\n<p>Now focus on keeping your balance:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_20 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Bend your knees and stay relaxed.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your feet roughly shoulder-width apart.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your weight as centred over the board as possible.<\/li>\n<li>Use your arms for balance.<\/li>\n<li>Look where you want to go.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_4 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-4-stabil-stehen.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-4-stabil-stehen.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-4-stabil-stehen-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-4-stabil-stehen-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-schritt-4-stabil-stehen-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1536px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-329\" alt=\"A beginner stands on a softboard with knees bent.\" title=\"A beginner stands on a softboard with knees bent.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_21 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Don't try to stand completely upright straight away. Bent knees help you absorb the board's movements.<\/p>\n<p>What if you stand for only a second before falling? You've already completed an important part of the take-off.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_9 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"fehler\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_22 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Three common take-off mistakes and how to avoid them<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_23 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><table class=\"takeoff-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Mistake<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">What helps<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">You look at your feet.<\/th>\n<td>Look in your direction of travel. Practise foot placement on land beforehand.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">You stand too upright.<\/th>\n<td>Stay low and relaxed with your knees bent.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Your feet land off-centre or too close together.<\/th>\n<td>Use the board's centreline as a guide and keep a stable distance between your feet.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_24 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-box\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Our tip: don't try to correct every mistake at once. On your next wave, focus on just one thing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_10 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"an-land\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_25 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Practise the take-off on land<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_26 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>You don't need a wave to improve your pop-up.<\/p>\n<p>Practise on a flat, soft surface. If using a surfboard, make sure it rests securely without putting weight on the fins. You can also practise without a board.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_5 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-photo takeoff-module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-an-land-ueben-fussstellung.webp\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-an-land-ueben-fussstellung.webp 1536w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-an-land-ueben-fussstellung-1280x853.webp 1280w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-an-land-ueben-fussstellung-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/take-off-an-land-ueben-fussstellung-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1536px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-330\" alt=\"A beginner practises correct take-off foot placement on land.\" title=\"A beginner practises correct take-off foot placement on land.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_27 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-caption\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Practising on land helps you focus more on the wave and timing when you're in the water.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_28 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Here's how:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Lie in your paddling position.<\/li>\n<li>Place your hands beside your torso.<\/li>\n<li>Push up and bring your feet underneath you.<\/li>\n<li>Stay standing with bent knees and look ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_29 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Repeat slowly at first. Once you know where your hands and feet go, connect the movements more fluidly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_30 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module takeoff-quote\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Choose control over rushing. A quick jump helps little if you lose your balance immediately afterwards.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_31 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>In the water, practise in suitable conditions, such as small whitewater waves with guidance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_11 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"wenn-es-nicht-klappt\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_32 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What if the take-off isn't working?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_33 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>You may land on your knees at first. You may stand briefly and fall straight back in. Or place your feet correctly but then lose balance.<\/p>\n<p>That is part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freshsurf.de\/wie-fit-muss-ich-sein-um-wellenreiten-zu-lernen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">learning to surf<\/a> .<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_34 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>After an attempt, briefly think about what might have happened:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_35 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>The board isn't gliding properly? Check your lying position and timing.<\/li>\n<li>Can't bring your front foot forward? Practise the movement slowly on land.<\/li>\n<li>Falling as soon as you stand? Check bent knees, foot placement and where you're looking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_36 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Try to change only one thing on your next attempt. That makes it easier to notice what actually helps.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_12 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"faq\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_37 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Frequently asked questions about the take-off<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-faq takeoff-module\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is a take-off in surfing?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>The take-off is the movement from lying to standing on a surfboard. It begins once you catch the wave and the board starts gliding.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When should I stand up while surfing?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>When the wave pushes your board enough and it glides steadily, it's time for the take-off. Exact timing depends on the wave and your speed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Do I have to jump up with both feet at once?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>No. You can bring your feet into place using an intermediate step. What matters is controlled movement that suits your mobility and learning stage.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Which foot goes in front when surfing?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Regular means left foot in front; goofy means right foot in front. Both stances are equally valid. Choose the one in which you feel more stable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_4 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How can I improve my take-off?<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Practise regularly on land. Focus on hand and foot placement, bent knees and looking where you're going. In the water, correct just one mistake per attempt.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_13 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article\" id=\"abschluss\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_38 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-heading takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Your take-off feels more familiar with every wave<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_39 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>At first, many movements must fit together at once, on a board that keeps moving.<\/p>\n<p>Each repetition makes the sequence more familiar. Eventually, you no longer have to think about every movement of your hands and feet.<\/p>\n<p>You feel the wave push your board, bring your feet underneath you and stand.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe just for a moment. Maybe for a whole whitewater wave.<\/p>\n<p>And that feeling makes you want to try again.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_14 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section takeoff-article tpsc-article-cta\" id=\"naechste-session\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_block_row takeoff-row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_40 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Your next take-off with a clear focus<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_41 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Want to work on your take-off and know what to focus on next wave? Julian looks at timing, movement and stance with you. Tell him what already works and where you would like support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/booking\/\">Enquire about a session with Julian<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_42 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module takeoff-module tpsc-article-back\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/learn-to-surf-surf-journal\/\">Discover more topics on the knowledge page<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn the surf take-off step by step, from your paddling position and foot placement to a stable stance on the board.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":601,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[38,37,59,58,40],"class_list":["post-680","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-surf-knowledge","tag-beginner-surfers","tag-learn-to-surf","tag-regular-and-goofy","tag-surf-technique","tag-take-off"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/680","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=680"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/680\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1016,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/680\/revisions\/1016"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/601"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=680"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=680"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/theprivatesurfcompany.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=680"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}