Leaning into smooth figure 8 motions, with consistent pressure, will help you familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the hull, paddle and your own unique physical attributes. More defined brace is described as a High Brace or Low Brace. A beginner may consider reading a book on sea kayaking or take a class with an American Canoe Association Certified Instructor. A poorly executed beach landing can turn into a broach. Whereas your hull is thrown parallel to a wave and you ride the soup sideways.
Some paddlers perfect the broach as the safest way to come in through the surf zone.
If you find yourself in a broach position you will learn quickly to lean into the wave and spear your paddle into the wave for stability and control. When you lean into the wave your boat is more stable because it thinks it is right side up. Your paddle blade will be about shoulder high and held rigidly into the water. To avoid a broach situation keep the bow pointed away from, perpendicular to, the crest in an attempt to avoid the soup. Paddle hard or brace when necessary while paddling into and out of the wave.