ACA SURF COMMITTEE

L2 Surf Kayak Instructor Cert .March 2-4

2012-01-29T11:05:00.000-08:00

Savannah Canoe & Kayak has an ACA L2 Surf Kayak Instructor Workshop and Exam at the beginning of March. We are big proponents of sit down surfing... it's fun and easy and really catching on!! If you have an aptitude for the surf and are already an instructor in another discipline, this is a great workshop. Some, but not much, previous experience is required. "It's really about beach safety and etiquette for the beach break user," said one of the Instructor Trainers earlier today. And he should know, right?

Nice

2011-11-10T14:28:00.001-08:00

Training days...

Untitled from sam jones on Vimeo.

World Championships of Surf Kayaking

2011-11-05T06:01:00.000-07:00

September 29th - October 8th. 2011

Tybee Paddle Surf Jam

2010-08-13T12:47:00.000-07:00

SCK presents...

Mega Surf Kayaks - Tiderace Sea Kayaks - Pizza for Lunch

Sea and Surf Kayak Workshop - Amelia Island

2010-07-27T11:46:00.000-07:00

2 Days of Tactics and Techniques for sea and surf kayaks.
Mega and Tiderace Demos

ACA Certified Instructors Up & Down Both Coasts

2010-01-24T15:43:00.000-08:00

There are now many ACA certified Surf Kayak Instructors and Instructor Trainers offering classes and workshops up and down both coasts of the USA. Ask your local kayak outfitter for details.

Count Down to the Worlds

2009-12-01T07:16:00.001-08:00

There is already a lot of excitement and interest in events for next year, leading up to the 2011 World Surf Kayak Championships, to be held in OBX, NC in the fall of 2011.

These events will be used as part of the selection process for the 2011 US East Surf Kayak Team, and we will be offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced categories at all events when possible.

The ESKA tentative plan for 2010 is as follows, dates TBD:

February 2010:
Jacksonville, Florida Event at Hannah Park

March 2010:
Charleston, South Carolina Event at Folly Beach

May 2010:
Topsail Island, North Carolina Event

September 2010:
The 2010 US National Surf Kayak Championships and Battle for Hatteras:
Once again the US National Surf Kayak Championships return to the east coast. With the World Championships occurring on the Outer Banks of North Carolina in fall of 2011, we plan on holding the 2010 Nationals in the same location, in order to test some systems, and do a bit of a “dress rehearsal” for the Worlds.

In addition, we will be running the much postponed Battle for Hatteras team event in conjunction with the 2010 US National Surf Kayak Championships. The Battle for Hatteras will feature teams of three (one HP kayak, one IC kayak, and one waveski) facing off against each other.

The 2010 National Surf Kayak Championships and Battle for Hatteras will occur over a four day period, likely in early September. Though this is a “US” event, we would like to extend the invitation to surf kayakers all over the world to come participate in the Nationals and the Battle for Hatteras.

October 2010:
Topsail Island, North Carolina Event

November 2010:
New Smyrna, Florida Event

There may be more events added to this list in the near future. Dates will be set in the coming months, and we will also have some other exciting news to announce soon.

We are also planning on holding 6-8 events during the 2011 lead up to the World Surf Kayak Championships.

More info soon. Check back at http://eskasurf.com

Fall East Coast Comps.

2009-09-16T15:04:00.000-07:00

Battle of the Blade

Paddle Surfing Festival

Surf Kayak & SUP

September 26, '09

Surf City,

NC, Broadway Street access 8:00 A.M.

ESKA sanctioned event.

Contact G. Rock Roadtoad22@charter.net

U.S National Waveski Championships.

Sebastian Inlet, Florida

October 1-3, '09

The United States Waveski Surfing Championships are held yearly to determine the rankings of the best waveski surfers in the United States.
http://uswaveski.com/sebastian.html

Tybee Island Paddle Surf Jam

Definetly not the best surfers in the U.S competition.

Tybee Island,

October 24th

Hosted by Savannah Canoe & Kayak

ESKA sanctioned event.

October West Coast Comps.

2009-09-09T09:44:00.000-07:00

Hoebuck Hoedown
At Beautiful Hobuck Beach, Neah Bay, Washington.
October 3-4, 2009
Hoebuck Website
http://www.raftandkayak.com/hobuck-hoedown/

Clam Slam at Pismo Beach
October 17-18th, 2009
This old favorite has been brought back to life. Held in conjunction with the Pismo Beach Clam Festival, it's a great one to bring the family to. Categories include:
Mens and Womens Hp
Mens and Womens IC
Mens Masters Hp
Mens Masters IC
Waveskis

1st Category : $75
2nd or 3rd category : $25

Mail Checks to
Dave Johnston
113 Van Ness Ave. Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060

Davenport Classic
October 24-25th, 2009
Davenport is an incredibly gorgeous spot, frequently blessed with spectacular waves. The contest is awesome, the spot is gorgeous. Check out this gallery of pictures from last years contest, Davenport 2008, if it doesn't get you excited you should take up a new sport!

Registration details soon!

Surf Kayak IDW- Tybee Island

2009-09-09T07:31:00.001-07:00

We have this exciting Instructor training program coming up. If you are thinking about increasing your surf and paddling knowledge, or have aspirations to become an instructor in surf kayaking , now is the time to sign up.
Instructor Candidates will be instructed and evaluated in the following areas:
Ability to teach and model strokes at the appropriate level .
Effective teaching ability that reflects both organization, preparedness and knowledge.
Good general knowledge of paddle sports techniques, equipment and the ACA organization.
Strong safety awareness and rescue skills.
Professionalism, leadership, and good interpersonal skills.

Wow, sounds cool!

Cost for the three days of classroom and on water practical instruction is $325.
http://www.savannahcanoeandkayak.com/

U.S WaveSki Nationals- Sebastian Inlet Oct 1,2,3.

2009-09-01T05:42:00.000-07:00

The United States Waveski Surfing Championships are held yearly to determine the rankings of the best waveski surfers in the United States. The US Championships has competitors from all over the world trying to take home the coveted Open Championship Trophy. Last years 2008 Championship event held at the world famous “C” Street Break in Ventura, California saw Tony Cherry, from new Zealand, win the US Open!

Waveski surfing is a dynamic form of surfing where the rider is seated and strapped on a craft that resembles a surfboard with a seat and foot-straps. The riders paddle into and surf on waves as big as 12 to 15 feet strapped to a 7 to 9 foot board with a double sided paddle in hand. Waveski surfing is very similar to regular surfing except the wipeouts are bigger, more spectacular, and the maneuvers leave most new spectators wondering, “how did he do that.” Paddle surfing in one form or another is becoming one of the fastest growing watersports in the world and boasts an age demographic from 10 years old to 70+ years. The average age of most competitors is in their 30’s and most travel frequently to surf all over the world. For more info on Waveski Surfing go to http://uswaveski.com or to see video of Waveski Surfing, simply go to YouTube and type in “Waveski”.

Last years 2008 US Waveski Championships brought together the BEST waveskiers in the United States and abroad and produced some of the most extreme waveski surfing seen in the US in many years

Cocoa Beach Waveski Event - 24th April

2009-04-27T08:44:00.000-07:00

Surf ICW Level 2/3

2009-04-03T09:05:00.000-07:00

Osprey Sea Kayak Adventures will be hosting a level 2/3 surf Instructor Certification Workshop April 23 - 25.

The workshop will be run by Carl Ladd and Ben Lawry. This will be the last time a level 2/3 ICW will be allowed by the ACA so now is your chance. The course location will be northeast in Buzzards Bay and Rhode Island Sound. For more information or to sign up please contact Carl by phone (508) 636-0300 or by email www.westport@ospreyseakayak.com .

Instructor and IT Requirements - ACA Surf.

2009-02-15T11:18:00.000-08:00

These are the bare minimum requirements to be either an ACA Surf Kayak Instructor or an ACA Surf Kayak Instructor Trainer as of now. A schedule of classes and IDW/ICE's around the country will be posted soon

Level 2 Instructor - (Sit On Top Surf Kayaking).
Have paddled a Sit on Top enough to be comfortable in 3 ft waves.
Have good Level 3 class skills. (advise getting input from instructor.)
(Send in DVD of skills if in doubt - before signing up.)
(Sit On Tops only class - thigh straps required.)

Level 3 Instructor - (Essentials of Surf Kayaking).
Have paddled a rollable short kayak enough to be comfortable in 3 ft waves.
Have great Level 3 class and Instructor skills.
Have passed L2 Surf Instructor Award and taught 3 Level 2 classes.
(or be L4 WWK or CK instructor with good surf time.)
(Surf, WW or Sit On Top kayaks only, all rollable - no sea or touring kayaks.)
(Send in DVD of skills if in doubt - before signing up.)

Level 4 Instructor - (Surf Kayaking).
Paddle a Surf Specific kayak or Ski comfortably in 4 ft waves.
Have great Level 4 class and Instructor skills.
Have passed L3 Surf Award and taught 3 Level 3 classes.
(Surf Kayaks, Wave Skis or any other surf performance kayak.)
(Send in DVD of skills if in doubt - before signing up.)

Requirements for Instructor Trainer

IT Level 2 - (Sit On Top Surf Kayaking).
Be a Level 3 Instructor.
Great at teaching Sit On Top Surf Kayaking.
Great comprehension of all Level 2 topics.
Have taught at least 6 registered L2 and / or L3 classes.

IT Level 3 - (Essentials of Surf Kayaking).
Be a Level 4 Instructor.
Great at teaching Essentials of Surf Kayaking.
Have taught at least 6 registered L3 or L4 classes.

West Coast U.S Team Trials

2009-02-07T06:30:00.000-08:00

Kate Smith Pictured. Congratulations

It's time to pick the new US West Kayak Team, to represent the USWKA Team at the world Championships in Portugal July 23rd to August 2nd 2009.

Trials will take place at Santa Cruz Surf Fest March 20-22.
Participants must pre-qualify through previous contests.

Congratulations to the following folks, who have qualified for the team based on points:

HP men: Dave Johnston and Matt Radis

IC Men: Dave Johnston and Dennis Judson
(Dave, the team and coach will determine Dave's position)

HP Women: Kate Smith

IC Women: Jameson Riser

Want to qualify for the team? Sign up for team trials at Santa Cruz in March.Athletes who are selected will be asked to commit to attending the World Championships with the submission of a $200 non-refundable deposit. Top ranked surfers who decline to commit will relinquish their place to the next person on the Ranking List. Monies from this process will be used to facilitate sending athletes to the up coming World Championships.

U.S East Coast Surf Team Trials

2009-02-05T15:59:00.000-08:00

February 14-15 at Hanna Park, Jacksonville, Florida.

U.S East are looking for a few good surfers...so come on down and get on the team.
The surf will be up, the sun shining and the water warm.

The United States East Surf Kayak Team represents the United States, along with the US West Surf Kayak Team, at the World Championships of Surf Kayaking, held every other year in countries around the globe by the World Surf Kayaking Association.
The team consists of Men, Women, Masters, and Junior representatives, selected based on circuit rankings and team trial placements over a two year period.
Over the years the US East Team has competed in many World Championship contests, and has placed 2nd or 3rd on several occasions.

This year the world Championships take place in Santa Cruz, Portugal at the end of July.

There are 16 Team positions total, plus a manager and a coach.

High Performance Men: (4 positions)
#1 boat will be selected based on #1 position in Men’s HP East Coast Circuit rankings.
#2-#4 boats will be selected based on finish at team trials.

High Performance Women: (2 positions)
#1 and #2 boats will be selected based on finishes at Team TrialsTo qualify for team trials you must have competed in the Women’s expert or equivalent class at 1 ESKA circuit event.

High Performance Masters (40 and up): (1 position)
#1 boat will be selected based on finishes at Team Trials
To qualify for team trials you must have competed in the Master’s HP expert or equivalent division at 1 ESKA circuit event.

High Performance Juniors : (1 position)
#1 boat will be selected based on finishes at Team TrialsTo qualify for team trials you must have competed in the Junior’s HP expert or equivalent division at 1 ESKA circuit event

International Men: (4 positions)
#1 boat will be selected based on #1 position in Men’s IC East Coast Circuit rankings.
#2-#4 boats will be selected based on finish at team trials.

International Women: (2 positions)
#1 and #2 boats will be selected based on finishes at Team Trials

International Masters (40 and up): (1 position)
#1 boat will be selected based on finishes at Team Trials

International Juniors:(1 position)
#1 boat will be selected based on finishes at Team Trials

Coach and Manager are decided on by the US East team after team trials.
In the event that one paddler pre-qualifys for 2 team positions, he will be asked to choose one position to accept and the other empty position will be put into team trials.

Free Surf Kayak, Sir

2009-01-05T08:32:00.000-08:00

Robert Taylor stopped by Savanna Canoe and Kayak to pick up his free composite Mega Surf Kayak. Robert won the striking red and black carbon Kevlar Merlin a while back when he entered Mega's 'name the boat' competition. Savannah Canoe and Kayak was glad to help with the shipping of the boat across the pond.
" I thought the name should start with an 'M', like Malcolm and Mega and that the boat looked wizard like with the very up swept bow" said Robert when asked how he came up with the name Merlin.
After Robert's kids jumped in the boat, dad tried it on and found it a perfect fit. We then headed out to the beach for a quick 'splash and slash'.

Coming from the hills of Tennessee, this is Roberts first surf specific kayak and he was very eager to see how different it handled the surf from his ww boat.

" We will be making more trips to Tybee and Folly in '09". said the elated prize winner.

What a great way to start the year...$2000 of super fantastic high performance surf boat compliments of Mr Mega. This is the second Mega surf boat give away SC& K has been involved with in the last few months.
A big thanks to Malcolm Mega for putting up continued incentives and great support for the paddle surfing scene. Rock on big daddy.
Valley, P&H...your up !.

Surf Kayak IDW 09'

2008-11-30T07:08:00.000-08:00

For full details please contact Savannah Canoe & Kayak

Thanks from the ACA National Office!

2008-11-18T08:03:00.000-08:00

On behalf of the ACA National Office, we would like to thank the entire Surf Kayak Committee, especially Ben Lawry, for all of their time and efforts to develop the new Surf Kayak program. The SEI Department is excited to work with the Surf Kayak community to continue to grow and develop this exicting kayak discipline on both coasts!

Please feel free to contact Jeremy Oyen or Chris Stec at the ACA National Office if you have additional questions.

Mark your calendars for October 30-November 1, 2009 as the ACA will be hosting another Surf Kayak weekend in Virginia Beach, VA. This event will be for those looking to become certified ACA Surf Kayak Instructors as well as current Instructors in need of an Update. More information will be available in early 2009.

-Chris

ACA Surf Program Up and Running

2008-11-10T07:24:00.000-08:00

The ACA is pleased to announce that the Surf Kayak program is now live and running.
The final leg of the process was completed at VA Beach last weekend with an active Instructor Certification Workshop at L2&L3.
With 12 prospective student Instructors and IT's in attendance under the guidence of Ben Lawry, the event even had some quite decent surf. Chris Stec from the SEIC came out to witness first hand the operation.
There are 4 levels under the heading of 'Surf Kayak'. The curriculum starts at Level 1 which is just the basic paddling class. L2 is specific for Sit on Tops and L3 is for any short paddle boat.
At L4 the class is specific for surf designed craft and works heavily on skills progression and advanced rescue techniques.
There are now also two certified Instructor Trainers to facilitate the advancement of surf instructors.
Chuck Conley of VA Beach is now an IT L2 and
Nigel Law of Savannah Canoe & Kayak is IT L3.
Ben Lawry is now an ITE.

Win a Mega Surf Kayak

2008-08-29T06:14:00.001-07:00

Mega Kayaks will be the chief sponsor for the Charleston Parks and Rec Surf Competition at Folly beach this year. So among other great prizes there will be a chance for all who take part to win a Mega HDP surf kayak. Brought to you by SC&K. See you there.
Contact Josh or Wendy At Charleston Parks for an entry form and more details.
Josh Hall- JHall@CCPRC.com
Wendy Wicke - wwicke@ccprc.com

Tybee Surf Camp - November

2008-08-21T04:55:00.001-07:00

ACA - Virginia Beach Meet.

2008-07-01T10:36:00.000-07:00

Now is the time to sign up and reserve your place for this excellent one time event. Discounted hotel rates are available at Best Western. Call Benclawry@earthlink.net or Americancanoe.org for more information.

Paddle Surf Demo - Tybee Island, Ga

2008-06-04T16:11:00.000-07:00

Savannah Canoe and Kayak will be hosting another free surf kayak demo on Friday June 13th.

" We find hosting free demo's every month is the best way to introduce people to the sport of paddle surfing". All the HDP Mega boast will be available as well as a few composits. There will also be a bunch of SOT's and a Wave Ski or two to try out. Call them on 912 341 9502 if there is something special you want to try.

Report by Gordon Rock

2008-05-21T08:13:00.000-07:00

A less than stellar wave forecast kept a bunch of people away who were driving from some distance, but we had a decent turnout, nonetheless. After a short delay, waiting for the tide to fall, thigh-occ, waist, peelers with an offshore wind, in 70 degree water with 75 degree air temps, we were off like a prom dress!!! The beach was touristy, but every grownup had respect for the contest zone. I saw nothing but smiles from the entrants, which is an organizer's best reward!!! A few of us that regularly compete against each other, got, shall I say "friendly", when competing for waves, WHEEEEEEE!!!! Ya' win some, Ya' lose some. No craft were damaged in the jockeying. Our lone beginer/intermediate held his own just fine whilst sufing with the veterans, and walked away with a $500 gift certificate towards a new custom Tsunami Airski! Several people entered multiple categories, so BTB heats were not unusual. One person surfed in, 9 count-em 9, heats!!! With the increasing skill level, it has been said that there are no easy heats anymore. My first HP heat had to go to 7 waves to find a winner, and the Waveski final was a tie, only to be broken by a decision to award 1st place to the person with the single highest scoring wave. It's been said that small waves bring out the best surfers, and I have to agree. I saw a lot of people take a little wave and tear it up! Afterwards, several of us had a post event wing ding at Paula's and my house for some grilled seafood, corn on the cob, and beers. We talked trash, surfin, and can't wait till next time! Thanks to Tsunami Waveskis for their generous support, My wife Paula for her organizational skills and taking time in between her heats to tabulate, our fantastic ESA judges, Joey Hall for all of his hard work and patience, Russ for whipping us up new flags, and absolutely.... All of the competitors!!! I received thanks from everone for throwing the event, which I really appreciate, but it's the entrants that make the contest, and comeraderie is what brings people back every time.

Results..Master's HP1-Russ Buskirk 2- Nigel Law 3-Paul Scrutton Women's Hp1-Lindsay Usher 2-Kris Whitmore 3- Paula Rock Men's IC1- No seat Pete 2 Joey Hall 3 Antnee Bell Women's IC1-Kris Whitmore 2- Lindsay Usher 3-Paula Rock Master's IC1 Kris Whitmore 2-Russ Buskirk, 3-Pete Titus Men's Hp 1 Antnee Bell 2-Gordon Rock 3-Russ Buskirk Waveski1-Gordon Rock 2-Antnee Bell 3- Russ Buskirk Surf What You Brung1-Russ Buskirk 2-Gordon Rock 3-Lindsay Usher

Tsunami Smash Goes International ?

2008-05-10T05:05:00.000-07:00

East Coast Kayak Surfing circuit got off to a bum start at the OBX event last weekend.

For the first time in 1o years the competition did not run due to flat conditions. "It's just one of those things" said ESKA dude Joey Hall. Hey, what you gonna do ? Have a raffle, drink some bear, and organize a game of beach soccer maybe.

However.... in an exciting turn of events, the Tsunami Smash in Surf City on the 17th May has been turned into a World Cup qualifiyer event. But, at such short notice it's highly unlikely to attract any foriegn competitors and has a few surfers a little upset.

"Is this a ploy? "asked a disgruntled Malcolm Piercey of Team Mega in the U>K.

"I think it is totally unreasonable to expect anyone from this side of the pond to be able to organise getting to the event with only one weeks notice."

But then, is there much likely hood of anyone on the east side of the pond coming to an event on the west side ?. No, not really, but it is an interesting point. Many disciplined surfers follow a strict training schedule and plan out their events accordingly.

'Dropping in ' an event can and will cause upsetance.

Standby for more on this one.

East Coast Comps Kick Off @ OBX.

2008-04-30T13:54:00.000-07:00

Next week sees the 08' start of ESKA's competition circuit.

May 3 - 6th Annual Kitty Hawk Kites Surf Kayak Competition @ 1st St. Beach Access, Kill Devil Hills, NC presented by Kitty Hawk Kites. The water of the sound and the Atlantic await the best sea kayakers on the coast as they show what they've got! You won't want to miss this one...come watch these high adrenaline water sports. In addition, Kitty Hawk Kites will have the latest kayaks to demo. Proceeds of the registration of this event will go to benefit a local environmental charity. 877-FLY-THIS or 252-441-4124. http://www.kittyhawk.com/

Soon after this is the Topsail Event in Surf City....
May 17 - Tsunami Smash, Surf city, NC - Wilmington NC area.
Contact roadtoad22 AT charter.net for more info.

So if you want to see how well your skills are progressing or you just fancy shaking your world up a bit, then head on out to support one of these events. Pre-registration recommended.

SoT's Rock !

2008-04-14T11:42:00.000-07:00

Savannah Canoe & Kayak held another rocking surf class yesterday with two students and two perspective surf coaches in training. The conditions on Tybee right now are ideal for these classes, with warm waters and few people in the water. Surf conditions were up to 2ft and clean with a slight offshore breeze. The curriculum for the SOT class can still use some tuning. Stern rudders and Boof strokes serve little practical use. A most useful tool that needs to be incorporated is the Low Brace Rudder - for support, turning and going straight. By teaching the LBR the student is encouraged to turn at the trunk and work on both sides of his boat. This class, at this level is essentially about fun and safety, nothing else. We need to also start thinking about an advanced SOT class. Next Intro SOT class on April 27th....come have some safe fun !

Folly Beach Surf Class

2008-03-27T17:45:00.000-07:00

Water temps for the SE are now into the lower 60's. At Savannah Canoe and Kayak we held our first Surf Kayak class of 2008, at Folly Beach (March 24th). We started out in surf boats but dropped back to SOT's for a little more comfort. The flat water portion of the class, if nothing else, works as great ice breaker and 'loosener'. It is an important and necessary first part of the progression. Yes, in some cases students do go over fairly rudamentary stuff that they already know, but combined with a visualization of where and when the stroke is used it starts to put the student in the surf zone before being in it, even seeing it. It's a great opportunity for the instructor to prepare the students mentally. This is important as it becomes harder to do this 'self visulization' if the class starts on the beach.

After running a bunch of classes last year I have noticed that women take to SoT's much quicker than men. They are much less inhibited and soon feel at ease. The Men seem a little more inhibited, generally slower and hang back. Sounds to me like a great niche for some female surf instructors. ...where are they ?

Surf conditions were small (2ft) but very clean, great shoulders and ideal for the 3 students involved. They got the stoke, their lives now changed for ever. Next class on Tybee Island - April 13th.

ACA Rewrites, Overhauls Surf Program

2008-03-13T06:28:00.000-07:00

ACA Surf Kayak Instructors wanted.

Good to mediocre rates of pay and all the surf you can eat.

Must be flexible and willing to teach by example and have a strong empathy for beginners.

Opportunities for promotion to the West Coast, East Indian Surf Breaks and possible International Surf Teams.

Requirements : Strong foundation in basic paddling skills.

A desire to shred. Complete and pass an ACA ICW.

For the last 12 months the ACA, via Ben Lawry, have been busy rewriting the paddle surfing curriculum.

" I saw a chap at the beach on his S.o.T taking a terrific beating, endangering himself and all the other beach users" said Lawry when asked 'why ?'.

"The ACA has always had a surf program, but it did not address the recreational users on SoTs and Skis so it seemed like a good time to overhaul the whole program".

In the last year, Ben has conducted many Instructor Certification Workshops (ICW). The last one was two weeks ago in Santa Cruz. After each workshop, the course outline has been re-written until it now encompasses the full spectrum of paddler/surfer abilities in a variety of surf craft, in a progressive and safe format. The final step of this process will be conducted at Virginia Beach this coming November. Existing Surf Instructors will be updated and upgraded and new instructors brought into the program. All are welcome. Reserve your place now.

Instructor Certification workshops:

ICW - Savannah -May 10/11 -Basic Surf Kayak

ICW - Port Angeles - Sept 13/14/15 -SoT/ Basic Surf Kayak

ICW - Rhode Island - Sept 27/28/29 -SoT / Basic Surf Kayak

ITDW & Surf Committee meeting -Virginia Beach -Nov 1/2/3

West Coast checking in...

2008-03-12T03:49:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Ben and Nigel for generating the momentum with this and the surf kayak instructor courses. We really enjoyed our course at Santa Cruz a couple of weeks ago. It was the right mix of learning and play. I will touch base with as many west coasters as possible at the SCKSF this weekend and get back with a West Coast calendar soonest. Here's hoping that Steamer Lane turns on the juice!

Welcome and Thanks

2008-03-11T07:00:00.000-07:00

Hello all,
Thanks to Nigel for setting this up -- I hope we can use it to it's full advantage.

Quick reminder about November -- nearly time to start thinking about it. If you think we need to cover some thing -- let me know.

Happy Surfing and Good Luck to those at Santa Cruz this weekend!
Ben

Calendar of Competitions for the East Coast

2008-03-08T03:07:00.000-08:00

April 26, Cocoa Beach ,FL. put on by Island waveski. This is a United States Waveski Association event, not ACA or ESKA. Double elimination format. Super fun contest! Cash to the winner of the "Open" division, other awards for division winners. contact Roy at Island waveski 321-783-5194

May 3, OBX, kill devil hills, NC. Most likely place to have big contest waves and require new gear and boat repairs afterwards. ESKA sanctioned. Usually has door prizes. Contact Kitty Hawk Kites 877-fly-this Ask for Wes.

May 17, Surf city, NC. Tsunami smash!!! Highlights: Cool T-shirts, Winner of the beginner category gets $500 gift certificate towards a new Tsunami waveski. "Wide Open" or "surf what you brung" division" has a cash payout to the winner. lots of door prizes. Contact Gordon Rock 910-228-7625

September 27. Wrightsville Beach, NC details TBA Contact Gordon at 910-228-7625

October 18, Charleston,SC known for the most coveted trophy on the circuit. Most organized contest around, T-shirts and lots of door prizes. Contact Charleston County Parks and Rec 843-795-7275

Additional dates are possible.

Gordon

Welcome Surf Committee Members

2008-03-07T17:16:00.000-08:00

This is our blog for us to write and all to read.
It is a place to post up coming ACA Surf classes, stories of past classes, news reports and information about the world of paddle surfing. It does not have to be restricted to only ACA relevant content. It is not a forum for 'chat' or for selling gear. Postings need to be informative for all visitors, up to date and relevant to the processes of teaching surf kayaking and paddle surfing competitions. Please add links to it from your websites and direct all and any paddlers to it. And it only works if we keep it up to date. If you have other links you want added then let me know.
Most importantly, it carries the ACA logo and all that it signifies and stands for.
It is a temporary site until something else happens.
So, lets have some fun.
Nigel