Technique
Recentring through Transition
GLOSSARY
Between turns, the rider brings the body back over the board so it is balanced before tipping into the next turn, rather than diving into it too early.
Context and distinction
This is the source's explanation; recentring in general is described on the Recentering card.
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Recentring through Transition
Recentring restores an effective body–board relationship through transition. This card retains Holden's emphasis on recovering support rather than diving into the next arc prematurely.
Preparation and setting
Consistent gentle linked turns.
Execution / practice sequence
- Finish an established arc.
- Let the board and body recover toward a supported relationship.
- Release the old edge without throwing the torso.
- Establish the new edge progressively.
- Check that fore/aft support remains adjustable.
How to learn / practise
Use a short linked-turn set with attention only to transition. Compare whether the new turn begins from recoverable support.
Errors and corrections
A forward dive or abrupt inward collapse: reduce movement size. Remaining behind the board: check how the previous turn finished instead of correcting only the next entry.
Observable checks
The next arc begins without a large compensating movement or loss of line.
SOURCE-BACKED DETAIL
Characteristics
- School / framework
- Simon Holden (CASI blog)
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editorial review notes
Attributed explanation; its mid-arc framing is not forced into a universal definition.