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Remember:

2. CATCH PHASE

Catch

The catch of the stroke is the point at which the paddle enters the water at the top of the stroke. An effective and focused catch is essential. The top hand should push downwards on the grip of the paddle to drive the paddle into the water and place the full body weight of the paddler onto the blade. Generally called the transfer of power, this is the point of the stroke where paddlers must use their body weight and top arm strength together to create the initial force as their paddles enter the water. The paddle should enter the water at the most positive angle possible, assuming correct top arm position that is square to the side of the boat (see ssss1).

ssss1: Catch and Entry.

Remember:

Connection

At this moment, paddlers should feel the weight of the water on their paddles. They need to maximize the resistance that is felt on their blades as they enter the water. A strong connection with the water is what makes the boat go fast. Ideally, paddlers should feel the same “weight of the water” on their paddles throughout the entire pull phase of the stroke.