Slalom: Basic Skills Quiz

When entering into the kayak slalom boat what is the best way to place the paddle?

During the “Wet” exit from canoe slalom boat, what is the most important for the athlete?

The kayak forward stroke can be broken down into what four main areas?

In what section of the stroke are paddlers trying to create pressure on the blade?

True or False, recovery section of the stroke is important because it supports maintenance of posture, pitch and glide of boat, and prepares the paddler for their next stroke.

Proper posture is critical to assist C1 paddlers to maintain connection with the seat to promote lite knees, balance and edge control during the forward stroke. What action should coaches encourage paddlers to do to support these outcomes?

True or False, forward sweep strokes are only used to initiate turn momentum for a larger turning stroke i.e. bow draw?

When performing a bow draw, how could coaches encourage paddlers to be efficient and use the large muscle groups in their bodies rather than their arms?

The bow draw can be easily converted into a forward stroke that promotes speed and tracking away from turns. What action can coaches encourage paddlers to perform to convert bow draws to forward stroke?

True or False, reverse sweep strokes can be used to turn quickly with limited pre-turn at full speed

Which of the following statements is correct in regards to “Rolling” skill?