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SOLO CANOE STROKE CLINIC
Solo canoeing is making a comeback!
Perhaps the most challenging paddle craft, but
also the most rewarding and versatile, there
are many ways to improve the solo paddling
experience. This one day clinic is designed to
help the new and advanced solo canoeist to
gain new skills, levels of confidence and
knowledge about how to build a better
relationship with their boat. We will cover
essential strokes and linkages, heel and pitch, advanced strokes
including underwater recovery, side slips, reverse J and even the
four basic freestyle maneuvers. Drills, games and even
demonstration of design differences will be a part of the session.
MOVING WATER STROKE CLINIC for CANOE
Things happen so much faster when the water is moving and
surprises can pop up fast. Being able to read the water and have a
set of reliable maneuvers is essential for both safety and
enjoyment. This clinic is designed to give you those basics and as it
starts on flatwater to really work on the proper strokes and
mechanics to execute the maneuvers needed to safely eddy in,
eddy out or perform ferries. We then move to the river and ease
into the process step by step linking back to the drills that were
used on flatwater. All moving water classes include safety, rescue
and other skills appropriate for the class. We conduct these
sessions for solo canoe and tandem canoe. This is a 1 ½ to 2 day
clinic.
TANDEM CANOE INSTRUCTION FOR COUPLES
Grace, style and teamwork in a tandem canoe – seems to elude
many couples. Here is your chance to take your tandem paddling
experience to the next level. This 6 hour course is designed
specifically for couples. Basic and advanced techniques, such as
bow steering, will be covered along with the all important elements
of communication, cadence and appreciation of and making the
most of each other’s paddling style. The session is customized to
the needs and goals of the participants. This session includes an
on water assessment, skill training and post session practice tips.
So whether you are looking to improve that sunset paddle or are
contemplating a week long sojourn on the NFCT, this is a way to
add some grace, style and harmony to your tandem experience.
DOUBLE BLADE CANOE CLINIC
Yes, using a “kayak” paddle in a canoe is okay. Double blades have
been used in canoes for well over one hundred years and are an
important tool that every canoeist should have. Today’s pack
canoes are designed for double blades
BEGINNER CANOE
This ½ day session is designed to help anyone who is new to
canoeing (or is brushing off the old one that has set for a few
years) and really wants to get the quick instruction on safety,
carrying, getting in and out, and paddling basics (turning, going
straight, stopping).
Solo canoeing is making a comeback!
Perhaps the most challenging paddle craft, but
also the most rewarding and versatile, there
are many ways to improve the solo paddling
experience. This one day clinic is designed to
help the new and advanced solo canoeist to
gain new skills, levels of confidence and
knowledge about how to build a better
relationship with their boat. We will cover
essential strokes and linkages, heel and pitch, advanced strokes
including underwater recovery, side slips, reverse J and even the
four basic freestyle maneuvers. Drills, games and even
demonstration of design differences will be a part of the session.
MOVING WATER STROKE CLINIC for CANOE
Things happen so much faster when the water is moving and
surprises can pop up fast. Being able to read the water and have a
set of reliable maneuvers is essential for both safety and
enjoyment. This clinic is designed to give you those basics and as it
starts on flatwater to really work on the proper strokes and
mechanics to execute the maneuvers needed to safely eddy in,
eddy out or perform ferries. We then move to the river and ease
into the process step by step linking back to the drills that were
used on flatwater. All moving water classes include safety, rescue
and other skills appropriate for the class. We conduct these
sessions for solo canoe and tandem canoe. This is a 1 ½ to 2 day
clinic.
TANDEM CANOE INSTRUCTION FOR COUPLES
Grace, style and teamwork in a tandem canoe – seems to elude
many couples. Here is your chance to take your tandem paddling
experience to the next level. This 6 hour course is designed
specifically for couples. Basic and advanced techniques, such as
bow steering, will be covered along with the all important elements
of communication, cadence and appreciation of and making the
most of each other’s paddling style. The session is customized to
the needs and goals of the participants. This session includes an
on water assessment, skill training and post session practice tips.
So whether you are looking to improve that sunset paddle or are
contemplating a week long sojourn on the NFCT, this is a way to
add some grace, style and harmony to your tandem experience.
DOUBLE BLADE CANOE CLINIC
Yes, using a “kayak” paddle in a canoe is okay. Double blades have
been used in canoes for well over one hundred years and are an
important tool that every canoeist should have. Today’s pack
canoes are designed for double blades
BEGINNER CANOE
This ½ day session is designed to help anyone who is new to
canoeing (or is brushing off the old one that has set for a few
years) and really wants to get the quick instruction on safety,
carrying, getting in and out, and paddling basics (turning, going
straight, stopping).
"Dear Jeff and Laura,
Thank you for an excellent day of
canoe training on Brown Tract Pond
in the Central Adirondacks. Your
expert instruction and patience has
made my daughter and I true
canoe enthusiasts. We can’t wait
to go canoeing again!
Your pre-training checklist on what
to bring and what to expect to learn
was not only perfect for us it got
us excited about starting the day
long training. Your emphasis on
safety and proper use of essential
canoe gear and accessories was a
great way to start our lesson.
Like many people who love the
outdoors, my first desire was to get
in the canoe and paddle. But,
there is a lot to know about the
craft, like the different kinds of
paddles, different kind of boats,
how to hold the paddles, how to
carry the canoes, proper fitting of
the PFD’s (life jackets), respect and
care for the equipment and many
other things. As you know this
information came in handy when I
dunked myself within 5 minutes of
being in the canoe. Your detail in
these areas was both informative
and fun.
The day went by very fast. We had
plenty of “on the water” instruction
with both solo and tandem canoes.
Both my daughter and I
appreciated your one- on-one
instruction that gave us the needed
attention to understand our
strengths and work on our
weaknesses."
-- J.L. Buffalo NY
Thank you for an excellent day of
canoe training on Brown Tract Pond
in the Central Adirondacks. Your
expert instruction and patience has
made my daughter and I true
canoe enthusiasts. We can’t wait
to go canoeing again!
Your pre-training checklist on what
to bring and what to expect to learn
was not only perfect for us it got
us excited about starting the day
long training. Your emphasis on
safety and proper use of essential
canoe gear and accessories was a
great way to start our lesson.
Like many people who love the
outdoors, my first desire was to get
in the canoe and paddle. But,
there is a lot to know about the
craft, like the different kinds of
paddles, different kind of boats,
how to hold the paddles, how to
carry the canoes, proper fitting of
the PFD’s (life jackets), respect and
care for the equipment and many
other things. As you know this
information came in handy when I
dunked myself within 5 minutes of
being in the canoe. Your detail in
these areas was both informative
and fun.
The day went by very fast. We had
plenty of “on the water” instruction
with both solo and tandem canoes.
Both my daughter and I
appreciated your one- on-one
instruction that gave us the needed
attention to understand our
strengths and work on our
weaknesses."
-- J.L. Buffalo NY
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Canoe Classes
- Solo Stroke Clinic
- Moving Water Stroke Clinic Solo or
Tandem - Tandem Canoe Instruction for Couples
- Double Blade Canoe Clinic
- Beginner Canoe
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