The Boat, Body, Blade model can be used as a diagnostic tool to spot technique issues and help rectify errors. The following document has tried to simplify the complex subject of flat water racing paddling technique. Guide 1 has been created specifically for beginner to intermediate paddlers.
While there is no set definition of a beginner to intermediate paddler, for the purpose of this guide it has been defined as a beginner through to Boys/Girls C in sprint rankings, and up to Division 7 within marathon rankings.
