Next Clinic set for July 26 in Half Moon Bay, Ca

Monday, July 13, 2009

Hey All: Come On Over to Half Moon Bay and let's have a GREAT Forward-Strok'n Day! Yep, July 26 @ 9 am we will hit the water for some "quality paddle-time". Come join seven other folks, (The maximum I allow per class size, this to ensure plenty of one-on-one face-time!), and learn how to increase your power and reduce fatigue & injury...What more could a Happy-Paddler ask for! ....I know more you could ask for...and in my class you are going to Get It...VIDEO of (you guessed it...) YOU! I'm absolutely sure the power of self-analysis by virtue of understanding the required key body movements and comparing them to what you see on The TV...(that would be you), makes the single fastest way to change a movement. Once you see it modeled, and then see what you need to do to change your own current muscle memory...it can really be quick & easy to gain that knowledge.

If you are interested, you can visit California Canoe and Kayak's website at http://www.calkayak.com and sign up from there. If you have questions about the class, feel free to email me .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) and I'll be happy to answer. Cheers and hope to see you the end of the month! Happy Paddling, brent reitz

Next Kayaking Clinic is set @ AQUAN SPORTS, San Carlos, Ca on June 28!

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Hey All,

Just a note to let you know you can go to http://www.aquansports.com to sign up for my next On The Water Clinic! I'd love to see ya there and show you how best to do an efficient and powerful Forward Stroke while kayaking. I am not sure how many slots are still available... I only allow 8 students per class, so you can call Vince or Edgar at (650) 593-6060 or check out their site to sign-up! Take Care and Happy Paddling, brent

I apologize for not having THE COMMENT section of my site active!

Friday, June 12, 2009

For all of you Kayakers out there who chose to COMMENT on my site, I have just realized that the COMMENT option had been blocked from my ability to respond. So I'M SORRY to not have replied if so requested! Hi all, over the years this site has been active with an option for folks to "comment" about any of my blog entries. Unknown to me, my newest anti-virus software was set up accidently to "block" each and every one of those comments! Whoops...and Super Sorry if you had asked a question, for which, no reply followed...Man, that's LAME!. From now on when you send (or resend) your comment to me, I'll receive it and do my best to get back to you with a speedy reply. Again, "My Bad" on missing-out on your feedback...Going forward we should be all set. (Let's just be glad that I'm a much more polished Paddling-Instructor than I am a Computer-Guy!) Cheers and Get Out On The Water, brent

Two Clinics IN MAY!

Friday, May 15, 2009

Hey all don't miss the two Forward Stroke Padding clinic's I have coming up just around the corner in Half Moon Bay and San Diego! Just a reminder to all interested in getting in the First or Second Forward Stroke Paddling Clinics of the Season, that they are coming up FAST!
The FIRST CLINIC will be in Northern California @ Half Moon Bay on May 24, check out http://www.calkayak.com for available space. This class offered thru California Canoe and Kayak located in Jack London Square, Oakland Ca!
The SECOND CLINIC will be in Southern California in Mission Bay on May 31st, check out http://www.aqua-adventures.com for available space. This class offered thru Aqua Adventures, located 1548 Quivira Way, San Diego!

San Diego Here I Come!

Tuesday, May 05, 2009

This May 31st, Sunday, Brent Reitz will be Teaching his Forward Stroke Clinc @ Aqua Adventures! This is limited to a 1-Day event. Hi All,

Just a quick update to the Schedule. I'll be teaching a One-Day Forward Stroke Clinic for Jen and Jake at Aqua Adventures in Mission Bay come the end of the month. I'm only available for a single day, so that means the cut-off is 8 students. This clinic will be a complete Video-Based workshop. Being able to view your movements in slow motion is a fantastic way to learn. If you can make it that would be Great! Contact Aqua Adventures directly at http://www.aqua-adventures.com to sign-up, or give a call to (800) 269-7792. Hope to see ya there, brent

Kayaking Clinic & Workshop Schedule Up-Dates for 2009 as of 3.24.09

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Kayaking Clinics and Workshops offered by Brent Reitz in Northern California March 26, Saratoga, California, R.E.I. Clinic (ndoor 1.5 hr Classroom Session (Confirmed)
April 2, San Carolos, California, R.E.I. Clinic Indoor 1.5 hr Classroom Session
April 26, Half Moon Bay, California, CCK, (Confirmed)
May 24, Sacramento, California, CCK Lake Natoma (Confirmed)
June / July Clinics T.B.D.

Tom is pushing for an EAST COAST Clinc

Saturday, January 24, 2009

Hey, anyone out there interested in putting together 16 folks for an East Coast Weekend Clinic? Let me know! Hi Brent,

I just purchased your "Forward Stroke Clinic" video and absolutely love it.
I have learned so much watching it, and would love to follow up with a clinic, but I notice from past year's schedules that none of your clinics are on the East Coast. Do you plan on any clinics for 2009 in the NY - NJ area? If not, are there any clinics that you would recommend in this area?
In addition to improving my forward stroke, I would like to learn the technique for a wing paddle.

Thank you,
Tom

Thanks for your kind words about my film Tom. I hope it helps you to enjoy the sport that has given so much to me...
Regarding East Coast Clinics, I do not have anything set up out that way. The issue continues to be the ability to cover costs of getting there. If you or your Friends, Clubs or Paddling Shops, would like me to do a Clinic, out that way, feel free to contact me and maybe we can work out the details.
As far as clinics in your area, all I can suggest is to look up Kayak Symposiums in your area and go attend them. Maybe that will generate some more specific info. Cheers and thanks again for your kind words, brent reitz

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Jordy Rocks The CANYON!

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Jordy Margid is the KING OF THE CANYON...JUST ASK HIM!

“A Kayaking Forward Stroke CHRISTMAS Testimonial and Inspriation”

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Coach Reitz,

Thank you for your wonderful & interesting response to my email, and a hearty congratulations on your recent paddling accomplishments. Please feel free to use my email, as a testimony to your outstanding video, "The Forward Stroke Clinic", which has helped me so much.

Ed "Fast Eddy" Earle

Dear Brent,

Sometime in 1998, I bought your video, "The Forward Stroke Clinic". It has been the foundation for my recreational and racing paddling. In the beginning, I reviewed the video, which I firmly believe is the best on the market, over and over, always trying to copy your fluid stroke, and to achieve perfection. I firmly believe that your teachings, are the secret to my success, in my racing endeavors.

Now I'm smart enough to realize, that a video alone cannot spell success, but that I must bring a certain level of conditioning to the races, and also have the proper equipment to to compete, being the right kayak & paddle.

At the time I bought your video, I was using a flat blade paddle and was a little nervous about graduating to a wing paddle, which could be tricky. Your video helped me develope such a good (make it very good) stroke, that I was able to transition to a wing paddle, and was comfortable and proficient within ten minutes of first using it.

Brent, do you remember my emails whereby I refered to you as "Coach"? Well, I have never forgotten all the help & tips that you passed on to me, and that I put to good use.

This year, 2008, at 70 years of age, I entered 6 races and won them ALL.

In some of the races, I was in the Senior Division, BUT, still beat all the times, for the Men's Open Division for Sea kayaks, in the same race. Some people have asked me," How do you do it? " I tell them it's Training, Paddling Technique and Equipment, especially at 70 years.

Most of all, I give credit to the great foundation, that your "Forward Stroke" instructional video, has given to me .

Thank you, Brent (Coach) after all these years.

Merry Christmas to you & your family.

Ed Earle

Coming Up Sept 28th! Brent Reitz Forward Stroke Kayaking Clinic: Half Moon Bay

Thursday, September 25, 2008

SEPTEMBER 28, 2008

From novice to expert, touring paddler to sprint racer, everyone can improve upon their forward stroke! This popular clinic is taught by Brent Reitz, past national wildwater and marathon champion, and veteran of the U.S. Olympic sprint kayak program. This is the premiere clinic that brings the techniques of the elite Olympic kayaker to the recreational paddler!

The forward stroke is the most used, but least taught, and perhaps most poorly understood stroke in kayaking. This hands-on course introduces paddlers to the finer details of the kayak forward stroke. Brent discusses stroke mechanics, body posture, boat dynamics, and more. We will video and critique your stroke during the class! Most of the day is spent on the water. You will learn to paddle more efficiently, avoid injury, and avoid bad habits that cause further injury. Learn proper technique from the very beginning, or tune-up your skills to gain more power per stroke. Remember, it's not pure strength, but good technique that's important!

Prerequisites: Recent paddling experience is strongly recommended. Participants should be comfortable with basic strokes and maneuvers, as instruction will be limited to improving the forward stroke.

For more info or to sign up, go to:
http://www.calkayak.com/infopop.cfm?classID=258

Space is limited to 8 participants only!!!

Kenny Howell
California Canoe & Kayak
http://www.calkayak.com
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