by Eric Jackson | May 14, 2024 | EJ's Blog, Featured, Instructional, Rolling and Bracing, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
Kristine gave me a T-Shirt on my 60th birthday that says, “It is weird being the same age as old people”. My clinics have an average age of 55-60 so far. I have had a couple in the 30’s and some in the 70’s, but mostly 50’s- and 60’s. Drilling down...
by Eric Jackson | Apr 22, 2024 | Instructional, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs, Whitewater Resources
1970’s-1993- Paddlers didn’t have access to the best techniques as the best paddlers were in a vacuum. The techniques taught were outdated, and not created with access to the best paddler’s input. What does that even mean? It means that the world’s best...
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 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 | Jul 12, 2023 | Instructional, Strokes and Concepts
Mastering the Side Slip Stroke – Your Key to Effortlessly Maneuvering The Side Slip Stroke introduces an essential technique: the open face draw while moving forward. With this stroke, you can effortlessly draw the boat sideways while maintaining your forward...
by Eric Jackson | Jul 12, 2023 | Instructional, Strokes and Concepts, Whitewater Blogs
Offside C-Stroke – Mastering Advanced Paddle Techniques The Offside C-Stroke might initially appear as a “trick stroke” to many, but learning it can provide significant advantages for kayakers. While not usually essential for basic river kayaking,...
