April 27-May 1st The Carolina Cup
      Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina 
                                                          

Ocean Racing Technique and strategies 

* Friday, April 29th 8:30am-10:30am

Get ready for the exciting side of ocean racing with a focus on safety, and overall wave awareness using a race board. 

Dan will focus on the skills needed for getting through the surf safely and returning to shore riding the wave, this includes techniques for paddling out through the waves, reading the surf zone, navigating buoys in the surf zone, board control, footwork, and managing a wipeout including quick recovery techniques.  Dan will provide beach instruction, on-water demonstrations, as well as, individualized feedback and technique recommendations.  

There is a very good chance that participants will be getting wet, submerged, and should be strong swimmers. Please come prepared to get the most out of this unique experience by wearing the appropriate gear.  
 

 

Rough Water Racing

* Thursday, April 28th, 5:00pm-7:00pm

or Friday, April 29th, 2:00pm-4:00pm

This Whitewater SUP Pioneer knows a thing or two about dealing with fast-moving water. He will provide easy-to-remember terminology and techniques for advanced paddling and racing to help anyone paddle with more confidence in challenging rough water conditions affected by the wind, current, and boats.  This will be reinforced by practicing several skills and drills for each technique to help develop muscle memory. 

Additionally, Dan will provide some key tips and strategies for the specific 2022 racecourses tailored to the weather forecast and course conditions.

Each participant will get individualized feedback on their paddling technique and recommendations for improvement or modifications tailored to each person's style and physical abilities. 
 

 

The Ultimate Guide to Stand Up Paddle Racing

* Friday, April 29th, 11:30am-1:30pm

Want to have the best possible Carolina Cup race day? With 30 years of paddle racing experience from the seat of his kayak to his stand up paddleboard, Dan will give you specific details on what may be the best line choice and strategies for the Harbor Island and Money Island Courses.

The clinic will start on land to go over the pre-race strategy before moving into the water for an in-depth look into the forward paddling techniques for efficiency, and power along with water start strategies, turning techniques, and more.

 Each participant will get individualized feedback on their paddling technique and recommendations for improvement or modifications tailored to each person's style and physical abilities. 

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