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Nothing has been said about patience. This is the key. I know there are a lot of tricks, people in the water, flotation devices for them to sit on etc., but the most important part is patience. We did not give our kids any props or people in the water to help, we were fortunate both got up on the wakeboard within 3 tries at 4 years old. I always start with new riders in the water a few feet off the platform and give them the pull sensation with the boat off to help them understand what they should feel. Then it's just attempts. The driver is equally as important in getting new riders up. You have to be able to evaluate and adjust throttle control. Some do better with the slow drag and other wants the more conventional aggressive throttle. Start with a wakeboard that is appropriately sized and you will be amazed at how quick they pick it up. And when they are done. let them be done. Don't force them to keep trying. Live to fight another day so they don't get frustrated and not want to do it. If ours don't want to ride, no fight, just an ok and we move to the next rider.
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Amen! It can be alot of information to process. My son and I just attended DFW Ski School last weekend, and it was such a treat to experience the slalom course for the first time. We loved it! We have SO much to learn, but it was a good start.Originally posted by cedarcreek216 View Post
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