By Robert Preston
Skimboarders carve in the shallows
If you're taking a vacation to a seaside location, try skimboarding. In this fun recreational activity, you slide a thin board along the shallows of the tide and skim along the water. An experienced rider can carve out and ride into deeper waters; new riders can still enjoy simply riding the shallow water and the wet sand.
Instructions
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step 1
Hold the skimboard on your dominant side, with your dominant hand on the back of the board, and your non-dominant hand on the non-dominant side of the board.
Step 2
Lower the board to your side near the sand as you run perpendicular to the water line.
Step 3
Gently toss the board in front of you in the sand and shallow water.
Step 4
Mount the board by running onto it. Do not jump on the board with two feet at once, or it will dig into the sand and you will fall.
Step 5
Position your feet perpendicular to the direction of the board, with your shoulders pointing in the direction of the board.
Step 6
Carve, or turn, the board by moving pressure toward your toes or heels.
Resources
About the Author:
Robert Preston is a professional writer who majored in journalism at The College of New Jersey. In addition to work for various websites, Preston has done public relations with Major League Lacrosse's New Jersey Pride organization, where he served as the team's beat reporter.
Photo Credits:
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