Discover how to avoid capsizing, and go faster with less strain on your shoulders

Learn the 3 principles that get you there in 3 months

"Following your forward stroke advice, use of core move the kayak not water etc. has kept me paddling at 82 with others 15-20 years younger."

- Dave Fairbrook

Does This Sound Like You?

You tense up when waves appear - always wondering if this could be the time you go over

You have taken a lot of kayak lessons before and you are still not confident in waves

Your shoulders often feel strained after paddling, especially in wind, and you worry this might limit your kayaking years

You've noticed kayaking getting harder on your body as you age, and you're looking for a way to keep doing what you love without the wear and tear

You started using the Greenland paddle but now you find you can't go as fast as you did with the Euro paddle… or it's not giving you as much stability in waves

You would like to roll with ease but your roll feels hard, and is not consistent

You're not alone...

Ever had that gut-wrenching moment when you realize you’re kayaking in conditions you can’t handle?

I'll never forget that moment... alone in my kayak, halfway through a crossing to Blackberry Point, on Valdes island.

The waves were getting bigger, and steeper.

I found myself slapping my euro paddle against the water, fighting to stay upright.

Sure, these emergency braces were working... for now.

But deep down, I knew I was one slow reaction away from capsizing in 10-degree water.

At the time, I had no idea that I was about to discover a secret...

A secret that would not only eliminate that kind of dread forever... but transform my entire relationship with the water.

The Day Everything Changed (And Why It Matters For Your Paddling Journey)

I started kayaking to explore the paradise islands surrounding Vancouver Island to experience that primal sense of connection that happens in wild places.

Instead, I felt like an unwelcome guest... feeling like "I shouldn't be here".

Keep reading, because what happened next challenged everything I thought I knew about sea kayaking, and can completely transform your own experience.

The Unexpected Discovery That Challenges Everything We've Been Taught About Sea Kayaking

I'm on a day paddle when I see an older couple glide past me with such grace and confidence... I just had to call out to them "what kind of paddle is that?"

"It's a Greenland paddle," they answered.

That simple encounter launched me into a journey of discovery.

What I uncovered sent me on an obsessive quest that would revolutionize my entire approach to paddling.

"Changed my paddle stroke a huge amount, and provided me with that sense of stability in rough conditions.

Much more comfortable paddling on the west coast, more able to deal with rough conditions, and can paddle further."

- Paul Flynne

"I absolutely have way more confidence for big waves, winds, currents… conditions that would have terrified me 2 years ago.

I can paddle much faster with much less energy."

- Sarah Hood

What if a lot of what you learned about sea kayaking was actually holding you back?

The deeper I dug into traditional paddling wisdom... the more I realized how far we'd strayed from the essence of it.

We weren't just doing things differently - we were working against our body's natural ability to move gracefully on water...

From Personal Discovery to Transforming Others (Here's What Happened...)

I never set out to become a kayak instructor.

But people noticed something different about how I kayaked. How comfortable I was edging, and paddling in rough water... and how effortlessly I could roll my kayak.

How was I making it look so easy?

What happened next surprised even me...

Watching their faces light up when they experienced these principles for themselves.

And seeing them discover what their bodies were truly capable of.

I couldn't help but want to share this with more people who love this sport as much as I do.

And I realized I couldn't keep this knowledge to myself... not when it could help so many paddlers break through their limitations.

After 24 years on the water and 18 years teaching others, I discovered something shocking - and if you're ready to transform your paddling experience, you'll want to read every word of what comes next...

The Simple Truth About Becoming a Confident Paddler (It's Not What You Think)

You don't need endless techniques or years of practice to become a confident paddler.

I've seen kayakers completely transform in a few hours.

In fact, the solution is simpler than you might imagine... but it requires looking in an unexpected place.

I spent five years working with movement specialists... refining these principles into a clear system that anyone can learn.

What emerged wasn't just another paddling course.

It's a way to rediscover your body's natural capacity for graceful, efficient movement.

And as it turns out, when you learn a few important principles about how to move efficiently with your kayak... what emerges is a competent kayaker.

That's why I created the Sea Kayak Apprenticeship program.

Imagine experiencing in three months what took me years to discover.

I've watched countless students transform from tense and uncertain paddlers into confident, graceful kayakers.

And the best part?

How to Make Kayaking Easier (Not Harder) As You Age

Unlike conventional techniques that can feel more challenging as you age... this approach helps you discover a more natural way of moving that makes kayaking easier and more enjoyable with each passing year.

Ready to discover what's possible in your paddling journey?

Here's how it works...

"The biggest change in my paddle perspective was the notion of "firming the paddle" in the water. Never before had I heard power or pressure applied to the blade explained in this manner. And yet after practice and time on the water, I quickly felt a dramatic difference in efficiency and speed."

- Jennifer Stanton

"I absolutely feel more comfortable and confident in my kayak. I feel I have the skills I need to build on to progress even further with some practice."

- Karen Thibodeau

"When I first got my new kayak and a Greenland paddle, I felt pretty overwhelmed trying to figure out how to use the paddle properly, especially with the sportier kayak.

Thanks to Paulo's lessons and programs, I gained a solid foundation for my skills and a boost in confidence on the water. I'm now a much more efficient paddler and feel way more comfortable handling dynamic waters and tricky weather conditions. Paulo's instructions also made rolling a lot easier.

I've come a long way since I started his lessons. I'm not much more confident on the water and am no longer a fair-weather paddler."

- Asmin Chen