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Jordy Rocks The CANYON!

2008-12-21T21:09:46Z

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

“A Kayaking Forward Stroke CHRISTMAS Testimonial and Inspriation”

2008-12-17T13:15:57Z

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

2008-09-25T12:34:01Z

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
kenny@calkayak.com

Next Kayaking Clinic is set for Half Moon Bay, CA on Sept 28!

2008-08-31T19:52:00Z

Hello All: Just a note to let you know that I've scheduled the first of my Fall 2008 Clinics for Sunday, Sept 28, @ Half Moon Bay, CA. California Canoe and Kayak will be hosting this clinic @ their facility in Princeton Harbor. Please go to their website to get info and sign-up @ http://www.calkayak.com. There is no better weather to paddle in here than the Fall Months on The Central Coast of California. Come to my clinic and learn how to get the most out of every stroke you take! Thanks and I'm looking forward to seeing you "Hungry Forward-Strokers" at the end of this month! Cheers, brent

Another Great R.E.I. Kayaking Clinic in Mountain Vew, Ca

2008-07-31T15:35:27Z

Thank you to all the R.E.I. Staff and Students for a GREAT "Brent Reitz Forward Stroke Clinic" last night! We had 30+ Students show-up last night in Mountain View's R.E.I. Store. The Class was held in-and-among all the Kayak Gear, (Just to make me feel "at home"), and I felt it went extremely well. Thanks for all the attention and great questions from you students! I want to take a moment to thank R.E.I. for supporting Adventure Education. Sales and Training are a perfect marriage. Folks need to own the equipment to have Fun, however, it's clear that folks have MORE FUN when they understand how to use it. Being comfortable while performing your passion, makes all the difference. Knowledge and Experience lead to that Level of Comfort, and ultimately, All That FUN!. My Hat's Off to R.E.I. for taking a leading role in exposing Adventure Education to The Public!

NOTE: Many of you asked about taking my Full-Day Class that's held On-The-Water, in addition to the classroom-session. Currently I have not scheduled the next class, but I plan to soon. Please keep an eye on this website for information about future classes. If you are interested in attending an ON The WATER CLASS, please drop me an email for my consideration related to setting these next classes up.

To Close, I really enjoy being able to share what I know about how best to move a boat across the water with ALL of you paddlers, (or potential-paddlers), out there! Thank you for the opportunity to do so. Cheers, brent reitz

Special Thanks to the R.E.I. folks @ MARINA , CA Store!

2008-07-23T13:22:00Z

Just a note of thanks to both The Staff and My Students who attended my Forward Stroke Kayaking Clinic last night. I had a Blast! I sure hope you did too. I had 16 Students and The Staff kept "drifting" in and out as the evening progressed too. The R.E.I. Educational program is really great. It's so nice to have a Classroom to help folks LEARN how to Maximize Their FUN-POTENTIAL! (And I love passing that kind of stuff along!) Next R.E.I. Clinic is Next week in Mountain View, hope to see ya there! Cheers, brent

Upcomming Kayaking In-Store Clinics for R.E.I.!

2008-07-15T12:34:00Z

The write-up in the July R.E.I. Events Calendar and on their Web Pages goes like this:

Improve Your Kayaking Technique with the Brent Reitz Forward Stroke:

Paddling coach and six-time National Kayaking Champion, Brent Reitz has spent 30 years perfecting his technique for moving a kayak through the water. Join Brent for his Dry-Land Classroom presentation on the five key components of the paddle stroke, as featured in his how-to DVD, The Brent Reitz Forward Stroke Clinic. He’ll show you how to recruit your body’s core muscle groups, so that you can move your boat more efficiently, reduce your chances of injury and experience a greater sense of safety and enjoyment on the water.

Time for a New Pony!

2008-07-01T03:45:00Z

Hi All: Just decided to post my first "For Sale" note here on my Website:
I have an Epic V-10-"L" for sale, (that's a surfski for those of you wondering...). It's the "Ultra" Model, so it's the lightest one Epic makes that us mere-mortals can afford, and she is in excellent condition. The "L" stands for "Low Volume", which simply means it's designed for the Average Sized to the more Petite-Sized Paddler. The Original V-10 was clearly designed for the "Full Figured Man", and us normal sized dudes (150 - 180 pounders) can't really sink the original one the water deep enough, at least that's my opinion. The "L" however delivers nicely in this regard. The other reason I picked the "L" over the original, is that the seat is moved forward, and I always like that in a Surfing-Type boat. I've owned her a tad over a year (New last May), and have Had A Blast! She is white with a red stripe, has adjustable foot pedals, toe straps, leash, bungee's, and all that "other" nice stuff! She is competition weight, very light, probably around 26 lbs or less, but I have not actually taken a scale to her...never figured a need to. She's plenty light...When I figure out how to post a photo on this site, I will. I've been asking $2,850.00 to date on the other surfski websites, but have decided to drop the price to $2700. This price includes a brand new canvas boat bag as well. So, if you are interested, call my cell at 831 277 7897. Cheers, brent

Killer Whales at POINT BLANK RANGE Yesterday!

2008-06-05T13:08:00Z

Hey All: Just a quick News Flash about the exploits of my undaunted and “very whale-infatuated” Training Partner, Mike McNulty along with FOUR Large and Rowdy Orcas!

Mike, on an afternoon paddle right off the Moss Landing, CA, not far from the Harbor-Mouth, went searching for Humpbacks…as he loves to do. No Hump’er’s, but low and behold a Large Dark Fin! Knowing Mike's Love for Whales, he no doubt headed “TOWARD” the Fin, vs. any typical Mere Mortal’s reaction, which would likely be to “Move Away From The Fin”…To Mike’s somewhat “shaken” surprise, (as he reported to me via Cell Phone from the Moss Landing Parking Lot…with a bit of a quiver in his voice), A very Large Orca surfaced about 25 feet away. (But Wait There’s More To Come!), next a “herd” of THREE MORE Surfaced in perfect Side-By-Side Formation, not more than 10 – 15 feet away from his Huki Surf Ski…(It Gets Better Yet!!), Pointed STRAIGHT AT HIM! Yikes….He told me they dove directly under his boat, then (HERE IT COMES!!!), they Re-Surfaced in exactly the same incredible formation and, (YOU GOT IT!!!!), CAME RIGHT BACK AT HIM AGAIN….Super-Yikes! Anyway…just another sleepy day at Moss…I thought I’d share with all of you…Cheers, brent

Half Moon Bay for June 8 has been RESCHEDULED to June 29th!

2008-06-03T12:18:00Z

A Special Kayaking Thank-You to RUTABAGA Staff and Students alike. What a GREAT Weekend of Classes!

2008-05-28T11:58:00Z

rutabaga..Rutabaga..RUTABAGA This Memorial Day Weekend!

2008-05-20T03:39:00Z

Hey All: Rutabaga in Madison Wisconsin still has some slots open for The Brent Reitz Forward Stroke Clinic! As of today, May 19th, each of The 3-days of this upcoming 3-Day Weekend, has at least a single spot remaining for YOU!. If you are on-the-fence about checking out my class...Come On Down! This is the only opportunity I have to teach in The Mid-West this year. I'd really like to help you learn the best way to move your boat with the ENTIRE SEASON out in front of you. I know the Winter this Year was A BEAR, and that the Spring Season has been FREEZ'N. But Summer's Here and it's time to Hit The Water RUNN'N! Check out http://www.rutabaga.com to sign-up. Hope to see ya in "Mad-Town" this coming weekend, Brent

Next Kayaking Clinic is set for Madison Wi this May, and a NEW one for Half Moon Bay, CA on June 8!

2008-05-10T03:57:00Z

Headed up to Sacramento to teach Kayaking tomorrow (4.19.08 at “O-Dark-Thirty AM!“)

2008-04-19T02:05:00Z

Hi All: Just a note to let you know I'm headed up North-ish to Rancho Cordova (Sacramento Ca Area) to do another clinic for California Canoe & Kayak tomorrow morning. Check out my "Clinic Page" for calendar updates, or go to http://www.calkayak.com to check out their classes . Folks are HUNGRY for their Forward Storke Training up @ Lake Natoma! I hear there's a waiting list, so I better schedule another one up there soon!
Come this Memorial Day Weekend, Madison Wisconsin @ Rutabaga is next on the schedule . Check out their classes at http://www.rutabaga.com
I'll be booking more dates soon, so keep your eyes on the websites if you are interested in signing up. Hope to see ya On The Water Soon. Cheers, brent

Raul is seeking Kayak Knowledge All The Way From Sweden!

2008-04-19T01:47:00Z

Raul, Thanks so much for the kind words about my film. Sounds like you need to continue to do some more training in your WARM Living Room!
Have fun in your race this summer, and I hope my DVD helps you enjoy your race to it's fullest!
Cheers & Here's a Big Thank-you all from The USA to SWEDEN!
brent
http://www.wildsprint.com

Hallo Brent.
I gor the dvd two days ago and whe love it. Now i am eager to try. But
the ice has just left the river and it´s still ice on the lakes. I dont
want to svim in that water just yet .
I am 55 years old and a will take part in my first adventure race at the
end of july. Some of us never give up, do we .
cheers
Raul

Brent Reitz skrev:
Raul, Check out http://www.rei.com and let me know if they ship overseas. I can
also do some more checking for other suppliers that do overseas
transactions.
Let me know if this works or if you need more help. Cheers and
Thanks, brent reitz

dear sir
My name is Raul L. and i live in Sweden. Vhere can i buy the DVD
"Forward Stroke Clinic Video for Kayaking"?