The FreshTrak2014 program.
For the 3 Saturdays West End Canoe Club we will be conducting skills and knowledge development for our new members or for anyone who wants to refresh their basics.
All and anyone are welcome!
1. DATE: 3 consecutive Saturdays commencing 8th February 2014
2. START Time: 6:30… Allow extra time if you have to adjust your craft settings etc.
3. COST: $30 PER WEEK/ SESSION
4. Suitable for: Any new member or existing members, Sea kayaks or touring kayaks
5. Session duration: 1.5 -2hours HRs approx.
6. Place: on Club lawn apron, upstairs and on the water
7. Outcome: Improved performance, understanding, skill growth and readiness for the next level of development.
8. If it rains we will still proceed upstairs in the sailing club
9. Program Delivery will be by Mark Mustchin (Paddle Physics)
10. NUMBERS Are LIMITED: If it suits you contact Kerry by email at weccmaestro@gmail.com to register and get an entry form
All Modules warm up and cool down phase. Learning Outcomes
Module 1 -Focus Stroke Technique
– land and water Posture, Stroke, Setup, entering and leaving your kayak, what craft suits your needs, paddle choices, goals, stretching, hydration, safety. Q and A
Module 2 -Focus – Boat Management
– land demo then water Control, Balance, Stroke practices, group drills, confidence, timing and judgment, tidal effect and how to manage it, equipment choices. Q and A
Module 3-Focus – Performance Basics – Review feedback and reset
– Wash riding, Overtaking, Positioning, finding extra performance, energy management, equipment maintenance,
Skills Evaluation – “Gap identification”, Q and A
One session will involve brief video of program members
