by Eric Jackson | Mar 18, 2024 | EJ's Blog, Instructional, Lifestyle, Rolling and Bracing, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
My last few days were quite fun with a group of very fired-up paddlers here to learn, play, and socialize. We were not on our devices other than taking photos, checking levels, etc. It felt good really getting to know everyone and have a good time on and off the...
by Eric Jackson | Jan 29, 2024 | EJ's Blog, Featured, Instructional, Lifestyle, Rolling and Bracing, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
Anyone who takes the winter off from paddling knows that getting going in the Spring again can be a challenge. The older you are the more likely you are to let the winter go by without doing what you can to make the transition back to paddling easy. I am going to...
by Eric Jackson | Jan 20, 2024 | EJ's Blog, Featured, Instructional, Lifestyle, Rolling and Bracing, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
EJ Clinics- 2024- Rock Island and More A major Winter Cold Snap is here in a big way and I am looking forward to spring. This got me thinking about my upcoming whitewater kayaking experiences here at Rock Island and I figured I would share a little about them with...
by Eric Jackson | Dec 21, 2023 | Instructional, Rolling and Bracing, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
Here is what my kids had to say when they were just learning… Still applies today. Now Emily and Nick are teaching their kids, and so many others are teaching theirs. 🙂...
by Eric Jackson | Jul 12, 2023 | EJ's Blog, Instructional, Rolling and Bracing, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs
Reverse Compound Stroke – A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering Backward Kayaking The Reverse Compound Stroke is an essential technique that combines backward paddling with spin-momentum, offering numerous benefits such as enhanced paddle dexterity, improved...
by Eric Jackson | Jun 16, 2023 | EJ's Blog, Instructional, Rolling and Bracing, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
Phase 6: The “Intuitive Roll”- roll from any position without going to home base. Most kayakers never try to get to this stage in their roll, which is too bad, because it is fun, and a logical next step, and also safer and more effective, if you get there. If...