OC-1 Downwind Skills Training

Downwind paddling takes years to master. Working with an expert coach accelerates your progress.

I will be adding more events throughout the year. Sign up for my mailing list (see the bottom of the page for registration) so you don’t miss out! 

Events schedule at-a-glance

2026

March 23-27

Full – waitlist available

Oahu, Hawaii

 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Monday-Friday

May 23-24-25
Memorial Day weekend
Optional 4th day: May 26

Registration opens Feb 24

Oahu, Hawaii

8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday-Monday

OC1 Downwind Intensives, Oahu

3 or 5 day event for paddlers looking to improve their downwind skill set.
In depth skills development with expert coaching and practice

OC1 Skills Training, California

A weekend covering essential technique and skills to improve your all around paddling ability. 

June 2026, Avila Beach California – Details coming soon! 

Half-day Gorge Clinic, Columbia River (USA)

Join me for a half-day downwind surf clinic during the Gorge Downwind Champs festival week.

2026 info coming soon!

3 or 4 day Gorge Downwind Intensives, Columbia River (USA)

Join me the week before the Gorge Downwind Champs for repeat runs over multiple days of in depth OC1 technique and downwind skills development. 

2026 info coming soon!

Brazil

2026 info coming soon!

Perth, Western Australia

2026 info coming soon!

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