Leaning out at the catch

Symptom

Outside shoulder dropped at the catch.

Cause and solution #1

Cause

Poor balance.

Solution

Practise balance exercises.

Cause and solution #2

Cause

Inboard/outboard ratio incorrect on blade - inboard too long.

Solution

Check inboard measurement of blade.

Cause and solution #3

Cause

Body not following arc of the blade around the rigger but remaining in the centre line of the boat.

Solution

Make sure the body and shoulders remain parallel to the oar handle as they approach the catch.