PaddleLife, along with the support of its sponsors, presents, The PaddleLife World Tour 2018!
An extensive tour of the world dedicated to spreading the sport and lifestyle of surfski paddling to as many people as possible. We have some awesome events and workshops lined up.
All workshops are conducted by the international surfski champion, Sean Rice. Sean is an extremely experienced surfski coach and conducts his workshops in a friendly and relaxed manner. Each paddler will come away with a whole new field of surfski knowledge and will experience an unforgettable time with one of the best in the sport.
We have 2 days of coaching planned for the weekend. Saturdays workshop is aimed at those paddlers who are new to paddling, Surfski or maybe just simply transitioning from a sea kayak etc into the sport. Sundays workshop is for all those paddlers who are not completely new to the sport and who are looking to improve on all of the finer details of their paddling. Each workshop will consist of land-based theory and plenty of water-based drills.
PaddleLife prides itself on offering the highest-quality learning experience. For this reason, we keep the group numbers very limited to allow for lots of 1-on-1 time between Sean and each paddler. All paddlers will walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the sport and with advice or improvement techniques specific to them.
Our workshops are suitable for ALL levels.
Saturday: Surfski Introduction Workshop
Date: Saturday 5th May 2018
Time: 1pm - 5pm (followed by a BBQ)
All Levels Welcome
Topics covered in the workshop:
- Optimizing your equipment set up
- Paddle stroke technique
- Maximising stroke efficiency
- Stability drills and techniques
- Remounting and Safety on the water
- Open water paddling skills (introduction into waves and downwind paddling)
-& much more...
Sunday: Full Day Downwind Surfski Workshop
Date: Sunday 6th May 2018
Time: 9am - 4pm
We plan to incorporate a group downwind run as a part of this day (route TBC).
We will also have the help of USA's best paddler Austin Kieffer as an assistant coach.
Topics covered in the workshop:
- Setting up your boat to suit you
- Paddle stroke technique
- Simplifying the stroke
- Maximising stroke efficiency
- Run riding, downwind and surfing skills
- Open ocean paddling skills
- Remounting and Safety on the water
- Getting the most out of your performance
- Training tips, information, and motivation
- Racing techniques and skills
- Nutrition (on and off the water)
- Pre and post-race preparation
- & much more....
After each workshop, there will time for more "surfski chat". We can cover any topic you like and encourage questions!
On Saturday evening after the Surfski Introduction Workshop, we will be hosting a BBQ at Sea Trek that is open to all paddlers from the weekend of lessons!! We will provide the BBQ, food, and snacks (cost included in your sign up fee) for those attending the workshops as part of your registration! Additional tickets can be purchased beforehand so bring along a buddy and family! This will be great fun and we encourage all of you to join!
Surfski and gear rental are available through Sea Trek. They will have various Surfskis available, but numbers are limited so contact us regarding this soon! Also please let us know if you will be needing anything else such as paddles etc. A big thank you to Sea Trek for having us!
These workshops are not to be missed! Any level of paddler will benefit from attending the workshops and will have an evening of FUN and a super learning experience!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note:
Safety - all safety equipment is required: a PFD and a leg leash is compulsory
Please bring your own surfski and paddle (If you do not have these, please contact us and we will see what we can do to get you some!)
If you have any questions regarding anything to do with the above workshop or just anything to do with surfski paddling - contact Sean directly on:info@yourpaddlelife.com
