Lesson 21: How to paddle out on a surfboard: Follow these 5 steps to reach the lineup

When should you time your paddle out to minimize the impact of breaking waves?

When there is a strong offshore wind blowing

During low tide when the waves are smaller

When there is a lull between sets of waves

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What should you do as a beginner surfer if you encounter a breaking wave while paddling out?

Panic and try to paddle back to shore

Turn around and ride the wave back to shore

Use one of the following methods: the cobra / plank, the sit and spin, or the turtle roll

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What is the purpose of the turtle roll method in surfing?

To dive like under the breaking wave and push your board under the wave

To roll around underwater with your board on top of you until the wave passes

To sit on the board and spin it around while still sitting on it

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