Ski-camp Registrations
Last updated: 29 Sep 2008 12:51:10:890
Ski Camp Safari – Dunsborough
As one of the principle partners of the Anaconda Adventure Race Geographe Bay the Department of Sport and Recreation teams up with Rapid Ascent to create a unique experience born from the understanding that people attain confidence, health, friendship and fun by enjoying sports together.
This free weekend event focuses on promoting fun and participation in a supportive and professional environment that actively encourages beginner’s right through to expert paddlers with the opportunity to take part in customised ‘ocean paddling’ sessions that will sharpen your skills and give you the confidence to explore beyond the shore this summer.
High energy first-class instructors offer uncompromising professionalism and attention to detail with a genuine love of paddling, their focus is for everyone to excel, have fun and discover the real action begins where the flat water ends. Whether you're a beginner or just want to learn some new moves Ski-Camp has what you're looking for.
To maintain the highest level of instruction we will limit the number of participants and availability is not guaranteed.
Location HQ: Dunsborough, Geographe Bay.
This vibrant adrenaline town boasts a warm baby pool of paddling adventures where aspiring paddlers go to get schooled. Uberscenic coastline and crystal waters teeming with marine life there’s no telling what you might bump into in this fabled whale watching paradise.
Times & Registration:
Friday October 3
7pm: Ski Camp briefing at The Dunsborough Hotel – Tavern, 536 Naturalist Dunsborough (08) 9755 3657
Saturday October 4:
8am – 11am/12pm: Ski Camp weekend group lessons #1
(please meet us at the specific location at least 10 minute prior to the start time above)
You have the afternoon ‘off’ to do some of your own training / paddling of just sample some of the local wines!
We also propose to all meet up for dinner at a restaurant / pub on Saturday night so feel free to join us.
Sunday October 5:
8am – 11am/12pm: Ski Camp weekend group lessons #2
(please meet us at the specific location at least 10 minute prior to the start time above)
We should be finished by 1pm latest which leaves time for a casual bite to eat followed by the drive home again L
Can I go on Safari?: Ski Camp caters for beginner, intermediate and advanced paddlers of all generations, gender and ability who feel comfortable on the water and want to spruce up their skills and ocean knowledge. The weekend provides a perfect opportunity for prospective paddlers in the Anaconda Adventure Race to see what the course is like as well as meet other athletes and enjoy the beautiful Geographe Bay Region.
Express yourself! Bust a move in the frothy brine with your bro’s at Sunday afternoon’s Expression Session. Time for you (and your instructors) to show-off your skills where the waves are plentiful yet forgiving.
The Break: Think your job’s tough? We’ve been busy shopping the best breaks for the perfect wave to make your Ski Camp an experience of a lifetime. The locations have been chosen based on the skill level of participants allowing for fun and challenging opportunities. Paddling beaches will vary depending on weather and swell conditions.
What to bring:
- Participants must have their own boats and some level of paddling experience
- Participants will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the beach.
- Variety of paddling clothing suitable for all conditions
- Towel and lots of sunscreen
- Personal hydration device
- Dry bag full of gold coins just in case you beach for a salty snack!
- Ankle flare (joking..)
Instructors: World Champions, legends and local pros combine to share the knowledge. Instructors will reinforce the basic fundamentals of paddling and cover any questions you need answered to help take your paddling to the next level.
Participants will come away from the weekend better equipped to paddle the ocean, with an improved skill level plus the confidence from which to work on improving your ability to race multi-sport and adventure races beyond the weekend itself.
To get more information or ask specific questions about Ski Camp please email info@rapidascent.com.au. See you in the surf!