2014 is the fourth year for one of the world's largest paddle events. There are 4 races, one for every level, with the addition of a RELAY in the Graveyard Elite Race. There are also several clinics and certification opportunities hosted by some of the best instructors in the world. Bring the whole family for the week and get this 2014 paddle season started.
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23 @ 11:59 PM. AFTER WEDNESDAY, YOU WILL ONLY HAVE ONE MORE OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER -- FRIDAY, APRIL 25 AT PACKET PICKUP AT THE BLOCKADE RUNNER. AND IF YOU WAIT UNTIL THEN, YOU'LL PAY $25 EXTRA FOR MONEY ISLAND AND HARBOR ISLAND AND $50 EXTRA FOR GRAVEYARD ELITE!! AND THERE ARE NO GUARANTEES THAT THERE WILL BE ANY SPOTS LEFT OPEN AFTER ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES. SO REGISTER RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW!!
The 2014 Carolina Cup kicks off the race season with 4 courses: the Harbor Island Recreational “fun” race, the Money Island open race and the legendary Graveyard Elite Race on Saturday and Kids Turtle Race on Sunday. Last year, we had over 600 paddlers. this year, we expect even more.
For more information visit http://www.wrightsvillebeachpaddleclub.com or https://www.facebook.com/TheCarolinaCup.
There are also a number of really fun events that will make this a true stand up paddle destination. Take paddle clinics from Danny Ching, Jimmy Terrell, Larry Cain, Jaime Mitchell, SUP Yoga Teacher Training, WPA Certifications, Bailey Rosen and Jenny Kalmbach. It’ll be one that you can plan a 5-day weekend and bring the family!
The hub of the Carolina Cup is the beautiful Blockade Runner Beach Resort in Wrightsville Beach, NC. The resort is offering a special rate for Carolina Cup participants. Contact the hotel directly at 800.541.1161 to reserve your room today!
2014 CAROLINA CUP RACES AND SUP CLINICS
MONEY ISLAND RACE (6.5 MILES): SAT, APRIL 26, 9:30 AM
HARBOR ISLAND RACE (3.5 MILES): SAT, APRIL 26, 9:45 AM
GRAVEYARD ELITE & GRAVEYARD ELITE RELAY: SAT, APRIL 26, 10:30 AM
2014 SUP CLINICS (all take place at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort)
JIMMY TERRELL/JAMIE MITCHELL RACE CLINIC: WEDS, APRIL 23, 10AM-4PM Quickblade Clinic with former US Olympic Team Member and owner of Quickblade Paddles, Jimmy Terrell and 10x Paddlebaord World Champion and big wave rider, Jamie Mitchell. This all-day session includes water and classroom time, personal critique and analysis. There are only 10 spots available and there is a lot of interest, so if you want in, register ASAP!
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Paddle stroke theory – dryland session featuring full explanation of theory behind effective paddling, including video of top Olympic paddlers and SUP racers
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Video of clinic participants – left side, right side, behind
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Review of video of clinic participants – group session in which everyone’s video is analyzed Larry
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Water session in which JImmy and Jamie work with participants one on one and in small groups:
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Addressing issues raised in video one on one with each individual
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Useful technique drills and exercises in small group session
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Question and answer
JIMMY TERRELL/JAMIE MITCHELL RACE CLINIC: THURS, APRIL 24, 10AM-4PM Quickblade Clinic with former US Olympic Team Member and owner of Quickblade Paddles, Jimmy Terrell and 10x Paddlebaord World Champion and big wave rider, Jamie Mitchell. This all-day session includes water and classroom time, personal critique and analysis. There are only 10 spots available and there is a lot of interest, so if you want in, register ASAP!
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Paddle stroke theory – dryland session featuring full explanation of theory behind effective paddling, including video of top Olympic paddlers and SUP racers
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Video of clinic participants – left side, right side, behind
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Review of video of clinic participants – group session in which everyone’s video is analyzed Larry
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Water session in which JImmy and Jamie work with participants one on one and in small groups:
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Addressing issues raised in video one on one with each individual
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Useful technique drills and exercises in small group session
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Question and answer
JAMIE MITCHELL PRONE CLINIC: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 12PM-2PM-- This is the second year in a row that the 10x consecutive Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard Race Winner, Jamie Mitchell will be in Wrightsville Beach, NC. In his 2-hour traditional (prone) paddleboard clinic, Jamie will discuss technique and strategy as well as share his experiences competing at the highest level around the world. This is a unique opportunity to hang out with Jamie and learn from the World's best. If you've ever dreamed of paddling Molokai or already have it in your plans, this is a must-attend clinic.
JIMMY TERRELL/LARRY CAIN RACE CLINIC: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 10AM-4PM Quickblade Clinic with former US Olympic Team Member and owner of Quickblade Paddles, Jimmy Terrell and Olympic Gold Medal winner, Larry Cain. This all-day session includes water and classroom time, personal critique and analysis. There are only 10 spots available and there is a lot of interest, so if you want in, register ASAP!
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Paddle stroke theory – dryland session featuring full explanation of theory behind effective paddling, including video of top Olympic paddlers and SUP racers
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Video of clinic participants – left side, right side, behind
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Review of video of clinic participants – group session in which everyone’s video is analyzed Larry
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Water session in which JImmy and Jamie work with participants one on one and in small groups:
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Addressing issues raised in video one on one with each individual
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Useful technique drills and exercises in small group session
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Question and answer
DAN GAVERE INTRO TO PADDLING: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2PM-4PM -- Great for those just starting out in SUP and wanting to learn the basics of paddling.
JENNY KALMBACH CLINIC: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 9:00 AM -- Two hour Women's Race Clinic focused on paddle technique, race & training tips.
Jenny will also go over her training and a sample workout on the water.
AN INTRODUCTION TO SUP BIOMECHANICS: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 9AM-3PM -- PADDLEBODY presents Team Riviera fitness expert coach Ramsay Mead for this intensive, six hour clinic at the Blockade Runner. If you SUP, teach, instruct, design conditioning programs, or you are serious about your health, body and its relationship to SUP technique, you will want to know this important information! For more information, visit www.paddlebody.com.
BAILEY ROSEN KIDS CLINIC: SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 10AM-11AM -- Learn paddling and racing basics from from Quickblade and Bark Team rider, Bailey Rosen. For kids under 14. For more information about Bailey Rosen, visit http://baileyrosen.com
DANNY CHING CLINIC: SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2PM-4PM-- The Carolina Cup is excited to announce that Danny Ching will be conducting a stroke clinic sponsored by 404 this year. Danny is one of the worlds top paddle athletes and waterman and repeating Carolina Cup Elite Mens Champion.
Danny will be conducting his clinic with on water instruction where each paddler will learn proper stroke technique. Video will be taken of each paddler's stroke and after the on water session Danny will critique and make suggestions for what you will need to work on to make your stroke more efficient. Yes that is correct 2 hours with the defending Carolina Cup champion, multiple World OC-1 Champion, Multiple Battle fo the Paddle Champion... you get the point.
This is one clinic you do not want to miss!
LAZY DOG PADDLE YOGA TRAINING: APRIL 23, 24 & 25
Lazy Dog is stoked to be
returning to the Carolina Cup to conduct a PaddleYoga Teacher training with the
addition of a WPA level 1 certification. The PaddleYoga Training will take place April 23rd, 24th & 25th.
The WPA training
includes: SUP Basics and Technique
SUP Equipment Knowledge and Purchasing
Water Safety Training
Rescue Techniques
Safety Planning
Boating Laws
Weather and Chart Knowledge
The PaddleYoga training
will continue with: Adaptation of Yoga to SUP
PaddleYoga Class Development
Yoga specific to the SUP Athlete
Injury Prevention
Pranayama Techniques
Fit Fusion
Business Application
Student Led Demonstrations
Requirements to become
registered with the WPA: CPR
First Aid
Liability
Insurance
The PaddleYoga Training
(WPA Included) is $695.
Participants must have
obtained a 200 hour certification prior. Those who have not completed a 200
hour program prior may be accepted upon further review.
This program is endorsed
by the WPA, ACE, and the Yoga Alliance. CEC's will be available to those who
hold current certifications through the American Council on Exercise and/or the
Yoga Alliance.
If you would like to
register, please contact us at tara@lazydogpaddleyoga.com or trish@lazydogpaddleyoga.com or holla to 305.433.1234.
