Learn To Properly Hold a Kayak Paddle

Go ahead and grab the paddle. Place your control grip on the paddle first. Then place your other hand on the paddle. Make sure that your hands are centered on the paddle. The distance between your hands should be just over shoulder width apart. If you were to put your paddle on top of your head while still holding on with both hands your, your elbows should have a slightly smaller than a 45 degree angle. Your grip on the kayak paddle should not be too tight. If you can see the whites of your knuckles, you are holding the paddle too tight.