Why You Keep Missing Waves: 3 Common Paddling Mistakes

In this video, you’ll learn why many surfers miss waves even when they paddle hard. The problem is often not your strength or board volume. It usually comes from starting too late, losing board speed, and missing the final push into the wave. Watch these 3 common paddling mistakes and learn how to catch waves earlier, glide smoother, and improve your takeoff timing. ーーーーAbout VSCーーーーー VSC (Village Surf Club) is one of the largest online surf coaching communities in Japan. Over the past 10 years, we have coached more than 10,000 surfers, helping them improve paddling, takeoff, and riding through structured training. VSC is not based on vague feelings or talent. Our coaching is built on practical, repeatable methods that surfers can apply immediately in the ocean. We specialize in helping adult and lifelong surfers progress efficiently, even with limited time, strength, or training frequency. If you are looking for clear surf techniques, logical explanations, and a method that works beyond intuition, VSC is for you.