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Surf Kayak Clinics

3 April 2010 One Comment

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dan--surf2.jpg Dan Crandall, two time National surf kayaking Champion, 2005 World Master’s Champion and continuous member of the World Championship US West Kayak Surfing Team since 1991, has been riding waves competitively since 1989. His personal and competitive experience combined with his unique instructional knowledge and style make these sessions invaluable for novice and advanced surfers alike. He’ll go over the basics of surf zone kayaking, including, but not limited to, reading sets, selecting launch sites, proper bracing technique, getting through the waves, where to set up, catching waves, staying on them, getting off them(!), proper landing techniques, and surf etiquette. Dan is an ACA certified Instructor and Instructor Trainer. These clinics are designed to help you gain skills and awareness for surfing on your own or competitively.
Cost: $110/day or $200/2 days
Prerequisites: A good roll and class II river skills (i.e. River Kayaking 2 or better)
Client Comments: Have I mentioned yet that surfing was fun – heart pounding, adrenaline rush, screaming good fun? That’s what it all comes down to. We learned a bunch of practical information and had a great time. MikeThanks for your energy and patience in the clinic – it was a blast for me to be back on the water. Neil
Dates for 2010-2011: Look for these dates late summer to early fall, clinics usually begin in November.

For more information call toll free 1-888-452-9254 . Questions can be directed to Dan@Kayaking.com. Instruction will be provided. Kayaks can be provided for those that need them, however, you are highly encouraged to bring your own craft.

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For more info on the West Coast Surf Kayaking Association and surf kayaking competitions in California and beyond, go to http://surf.kayaking.com

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