It’s been a blast since getting back to the UK – last week was our Nottingham Freestyle Development camp. The week kicked off with a warm up day getting to know the features, whilst profiling the group’s current ability levels and providing goals for the rest of the week. The themes of the week followed the training to train, training to compete and competing to win approach. This progressively layers skills to provide not just Read more…
The girl’s on fire! 👊🏻🔥💪🏻 Ottilie Robinson-Shaw (GB Team Jnr) working on her rides including Space-to-loop, Back-loops and back-loop-to-front-loop exit… So stoked for her, can’t wait to see her next video edit… If you would like to get involved we have a broad range of freestyle programmes providing both one-to-one and group sessions. Further details can be found on our freestyle pages.
Ladies freestyle has made massive progress in recent years, building on a foundation laid by those inspired to partake in freestyle paddlesport. Freestyle kayaking is a beautiful thing; a sport that is open to all, where women new to the sport get to paddle with the world’s best, in an environment that promotes a feeling of no limits and exploring how far you can go. In light of the recent This Girl Can campaign, the performance Read more…
Hope you can join us for one of our 2017 freestyle camps. These are action-packed programs delivered by the best coaches in the field. We apply the latest coaching techniques and comprehensive resources to maximise your progression throughout, including daily video analysis and a final report with recommendations to assist your future development… The camps are aimed at both intermediate and advanced paddlers. If you are just starting out in freestyle our coaches will fast Read more…
Awesome start to the year coaching in NZ/AUS…heading back to the UK in two weeks – looking forward to our UK activities over the next coming months…
After a recent post about my new local beach break, I received a message asking if I could provide some useful tips on surf strategies for freestyle… the ocean provides huge potential for refining your wave and down river big air tricks, and although freestyle kayaks lack the speed of surf kayaks, the way we approach riding ocean waves is very similar. Before we start here’s a few tips to help your skill progression. Firstly, Read more…
What an insane year for ASP Team rider Bren Orton. Now recognised as one of the top all around kayakers in the world, check out the video…
Earlier last year I started working on a new self-funded project that supports paddlesport clubs in providing freestyle activities (grass-roots and beyond). Its been a fun process that has drawn on my diverse coaching work and experiences. As part of the final phase I would like to invite club coaches to partake in a pilot running at HPP (free of charge). Who will benefit; Paddlesport Coaches who wish to explore what benefits freestyle can bring Read more…
Ever had a stubborn incorrect technique that you’ve struggled to address? Whilst we may understand what needs to be done technically to successfully achieve the skill, we often struggle to successfully adapt our technique. To remove these ingrained bad habits we often need to adopt a more mindful approach to training practices. Unwanted habits in technique often develop due to every day experiences; lack of diversity of river features, misconceptions of the correct technique, physical imbalances Read more…
Another amazing Hurley Classic. I had loads of fun providing skills workshops for the Younguns Paddle with the Stars. It’s an awesome opportunity for these younger paddlers to get out there, and meet and paddle with some of the world best freestyle paddlers. Some of whom no doubt will be the future stars of freestyle. Well done all involved.
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