The Air Drill

This drill was introduced to Ergondragons members during a Waters Edge Stroke Improvement Clinic. It is useful in helping paddlers who are not hinging, or who are not hinging through the full 15 degree range.

Arms should be held at shoulder height and kept fully extended.

dragon boat paddlers air drill

Coaches should watch for improper technique – note that the paddler in the rear does not have her arms extended, and will gain no benefit from the drill.

dragon boat paddler air drill

This drill provides an effective means of encouraging a single paddler to hinge properly while the rest of the crew continues to paddle, as this photo illustrates.
Ken McVay photos

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