An Eskimo roll, also known as a kayak roll, is a technique used in the sport of kayaking. It is a maneuver performed by kayakers to right themselves and their kayak after capsizing or flipping upside down in the water. By using a combination of body movements, paddle positioning, and leverage, a kayaker can roll the kayak back upright without exiting the kayak or needing assistance. The Eskimo roll is an essential skill for whitewater kayaking and other forms of kayaking where capsizing is common. It allows the kayaker to regain control and continue paddling without having to exit and reenter the kayak.