April 05 - 27, 2025
Adult Outrigger Canoe (OC1) - Foundations - April
False Creek Community Centre • 1318 Cartwright Street Vancouver, BC, Canada V6H 3R8 Organized by False Creek Racing Canoe Club
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About this event
Adult Outrigger Canoe (OC1) FOUNDATIONS - April 5, 6, 13, 27 (4 wks) Saturday 5 @ 1p - 3p Sunday 6, 13, 27 @ 1p - 3p This course runs once a week for 4 weeks and is intended for paddlers who have recently successfully completed the OC1 Introduction course, or have some previous OC1 experience and wish to improve their paddling technique. A qualified coach will teach paddlers how to break down the stroke and understand better how to move the body in coordination with the paddle through the water and air, which creates a smooth-running canoe with strong precision. All necessary equipment will be provided. SPECIFIC LEARNINGS: ★ Learn tips and tricks from an experienced coach, specifically catered to you - 1 on 1 ★ In-depth paddle technique and drills to focus on each part of the stroke (catch, pull, exit, recovery) ★ Increased body mechanics during each part of the stroke to become a faster, more confident, and efficient paddler. PRE-REQUISITES: ★ Must have completed the Introduction to OC-1 Course or have similar experience. ★ Can do a successful Huli (capsize) recovery. ★ Non-members must do a successful huli recovery on the first session, if recent (within 1 year) proof can't be provided. CAPACITY: Min 5, Max 8
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Ages 16-90
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