2009 Clinic & Workshop Schedule Up-Dates!

Saturday, January 24, 2009

Hi All, I'm beginning to build my 2009 Teaching Calendar and "Here's What's on the Slate to Date"!

Go to the R.E.I. or California Canoe and Kayak (CCK) Websites to learn more!
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 19, Sacramento, California, CCK, Lake Natoma (Tentitive)
April 26, Half Moon Bay, California, CCK, (Confirmed)
May 24, Sacramento, California, CCK Lake Natoma (Confirmed)
July 12, Sacramento, California, CCK Lake Natoma (Tentitive)

Tom is pushing for an EAST COAST Clinc

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

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

Sunday, August 31, 2008

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

Thursday, July 31, 2008

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!

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

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.!

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Hi All: Come join me this month in Marina or Mountain View for presentations in their In-Store Classrooms....for FREE!
On July 22 I'll be in Marina (831) 883-8048, and July 30th Mountain View (650) 969-1938. The Workshop will begin at 7 pm.
Come On Down to REI this month and we'll work on some "virtual paddling"! I've been presenting this clinic for years @ Canoecopia, the largest Paddling Expo in the World, and it's amazing how much knowledge can be gained by "paddling INDOORS!" (not to mention some fun too!)

Cheers, brent
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!

Monday, June 30, 2008

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