OKCC Clinic Descriptions
DYNAMIC STROKES & MANEUVERS
led by Paul ‘lightning blades’ Kuthe
Who
Beginners & those who want to improve their paddling techniques
What
Often, to move your paddling up a level, you need to revisit some fundamentals of boat control that get ignored or passed up during your initial progression. Perhaps you are just getting started and don’t want to pick up bad habits? We will break down key concepts and clear up some paddling myths while having fun and learning new things in a safe, easy environment. The key cause and effect relationships involved in boat control are discovered and students learn to perform paddle strokes and maneuvers safely and efficiently that convert well to a dynamic whitewater environment. The clinic covers efficient forward and reverse paddling, a wide variety of techniques for controlling spin momentum, and will give you MANY other new skills and drills to work on all year!
When
1/11/2014
Where
Flat water near Portland
RIVER RUNNING SKILLS STYLE OVER SURVIVAL
led by Paul ‘to infinity & beyond’ Kuthe
Who
Strong beginners & intermediates, both with a strong roll.
What
Developing your river running skills and techniques allows for more confidence and better control on the water. Moving beyond the basics and working HARD moves on EASY rapids will help you nail that move when you REALLY need it. We will practice moving as a group on the water and will begin to improve your ability to operate as a member of a paddling “team”. We will work on establishing lateral momentum, controlling your descent, and STYLING the run rather than just surviving it. If possible, we will utilize slalom gates and many other river features to make moves you never though possible. Master the basics of boofing, S-turns, Jet ferries, and soo much more on class II-III water.
When
2/9/2014 & 3/9/2014
Where
TBD; Class 2+/3 river
FREEK-STYLE
led by Paul ‘paH owWWwwww’ Kuthe
Who
Intermediates & advanced paddlers with a reliable combat roll
What
So we have all heard about freestyle clinics, but have you ever been to a “freek-style” clinic? The Pacific NW is a creek boat mecca! Just because you are creekin doesn’t mean you have to skip all the best play features. Learn to PLAY the river from top to bottom in your full volume creeker. Play boating is one of the best ways to up your game on so many levels. Bombproof your combat roll, gain awareness and control in holes, flair, splat, and rock-spin with style. Ender, loop, and spin your creek boat bigger, faster, and better than you ever have before!
When
4/19/2014
Where
TBD; Class 3+/4- river
COMBAT ROLLING
led by Paul ‘duck & cover’ Kuthe
Who
Participants should have comfort and experience on class II+ rivers. A
reliable roll in cold water with full gear is required.
What
The combat roll is an elusive but crucial skill that will open many doors and improve your confidence immensely. Explore and practice the physical and mental techniques needed to pull rolls off EVERY time you need them. We will discover how variation, bi-lateral repetition, and contextual interference can better ingrain the fundamental movements needed for rolling in dynamic water. We will begin rolling in calm pools then move into more and more challenging rolling situations. We are all between swims, but hopefully this clinic will make those swims less frequent and far less likely.
When
6/22/2014 & one other later in the year
Where
TBD; Upper Clackamas or similar Class 3 river
KAYAK SURF
led by Sam ‘hang five’ Drevo
Who
Beginner to intermediate
What
Come perfect your surfing technique with former US freestyle kayak team member (and Santa Cruz surf champ) Sam Drevo and other great eNRG Kayaking instructors. This 1.5 hour class will take place in the wave pool and allow you to practice and learn the most effecting strokes and techniques for surfing waves. We will practice edge control, rolling and all the necessary skills to take your surfing to the next level.
50% discount to OKCC members, reduced fee $20.00
When
1/2/2014 at 6-7.30pm
Where
Clackamas Aquatic Centre
ADVANCED ROLLING
led by Sam ‘rolling thunder’ Drevo
Who
Anyone with a pool roll
What
Do you need to perfect your back deck or hand roll? This class is an opportunity to do just that. Work with ACA Instructor trainer Sam Drevo and staff to hone your rolling for the spring. This class will introduce several new ideas for rolling success, and will help you improve your rolling skills for the spring.
50% discount to OKCC members, reduced fee $20.00
When
2/7/2014, 7.30pm-9.00pm
Where
Clackamas Aquatic Centre
ACA INSTRUCTOR CERT
scholarship offered by Sam ‘wax on, wax off’ Drevo
Who
We are looking for a committed passionate paddler, who wants to get directly involved with developing new boaters. Email okclinics@gmail.com if interested.
What
eNRG are offering ONE scholarship to an OKCC member that shows promise as an instructor, and maybe doesn’t have the resources to become certified as an L1-L2 kayak instructor.
When
3/14/2014 - 3/17/2014
Where
TBD
PLAYBOATING
led by Sam ‘donkey flip’ Drevo
who
Paddlers with rolls who are looking to improve there class II-III surfing skills. Come learn from industry leaders in playboating instruction- eNRG Kayaking. You are sure to learn a few tricks that will help you have more fun on the river.
what
Playboating whitewater kayak workshop. Learn and practice necessary skills to take your playboating to the next level.
when
3/8/2014 at 10am (2.5hrs on the water)
where
Sandy or Santiam River- TBD
TRIP LEADER
led by Dave ‘do you hear banjos?’ Hoffman
Who
Paddlers who are committed to giving something back to the club.
Places are limited, so please talk to Hays ‘spreadsheet pivot table’ Witt if interested.
What
The goal for this course is to prepare a new generation of paddlers to become competent and confident on-the-water leaders for the OKCC, so that great numbers of introductory and beginner courses are offered by the club. This is a 16-hour course designed to prepare and train kayakers to lead days trips on class 1-2 whitewater. We will be using the ACA curriculum for this course and all ACA members who successfully complete this course will receive Trip Leader Endorsement.
When
1/22/2014 at Next Adventure; 1/26/2014 TBD & 2/2/2014 TBD
Where
Various TBD
PACKING & PLANNING FOR SELF SUPPORT
led by Dave ‘did I leave the stove on?’ Hoffman
Who
All
What
Learn everything you wanted to know about going on your own self-support kayak trips. We will cover camping gear selection, safety considerations, food planning and how to actually get all that crap in your boat. We’ll also discuss the classic multi-day trips in the Northwest, great first-timer multidays, as well as some other gems you might not know so well.
When
1/29/2014, 7pm-9.30pm
Where
Next adventure
SWIFTWATER RESCUE
led by Dave ‘short shorts’ Hoffman & glamorous assistants
who
Boaters should be able to competently maneuver their craft in class II rapids. - aca
what
“The workshop teaches recognition and avoidance of common river hazards, execution of self-rescue techniques, and simple rescues of paddlers in distress. Emphasis is placed both on personal safety and on simple, commonly used skills. Fundamental techniques for dealing with hazards that carry greater risks for both victim and rescuer, such as entrapments, and pins, also are taught.” - aca
when
TBD
where
TBD
VIDEO EDITING
directed by Gonzalo ‘que? tamales’ Velasquez
Who
Anyone who’s Gone Pro or would like tips on video editing & software
What
Learn how to edit all those hours of Go-Pro footage of your friends styling it, I mean swimming, into a quick youtube highlight reel, complete with dubstep soundtrack and lots of visual effects.
A professional video editor will talk you through tips on software and techniques that they use & answer any questions you have.
When
TBD
Where
TBD