OC-1 Downwind Skills Training

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

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Events schedule at-a-glance

2026

October 2026 to be announced

5 spots available 

Oahu, Hawaii

 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday-Monday

December 2026 to be announced 

5 spots available

Oahu, Hawaii

 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday-Sunday

February 2027 to be announced

5 spots available 

Oahu, Hawaii

8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Monday-Friday

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 

FULL! 

Half-day Gorge Clinic, Columbia River (USA)

I am taking a break from the Gorge this year and will return in 2027 for half-day downwind surf clinic during the Gorge Downwind Champs festival week.

4-day Gorge Downwind Intensive, 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. 

Next dates July 2027

 

Brazil

2027 info coming soon!

Perth, Western Australia

Plans for 2027 are building

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