For to beginner to elite paddlers that want to gain, master and advance their stroke and skills on the water, learn from experienced coaches and athletes, train amongst and connect with other paddlers in the community.
5 days of paddling, training, learning and connecting the week prior to the local SUP Race on January 25th
When
January 21-24, 2025
Where
Playa Garza, Nosara, Costa Rica
Guanacaste, in the Nicoya Peninsula
Who
All levels from new to elite stand up paddlers
No prior experience necessary
Why:
Those who want to learn, improve or master stand up paddling
Train, familiarize and build confidence in local waters
Connect with other paddlers
Off-season (winter) training in warm waters
Learn, advance and master SUP stroke, skills and drills
You’re curious about stand up paddle boarding
You’re new to SUP racing
You’ve raced before and want to further progress
Learn skills and techniques that will help you on race day
Sample Day
5:30 am intentions, Pre-surf coffee, hydrate
6 am morning sup session
10 am brunch
11 am personal time - relax, nap, socialize
1 pm land-drills, training, mobility, breathework, wellness/nutrition talk
4 pm sunset sup session
5:30 sunset and dinner
7 pm evening recap and downtime activity
Includes:
A week of paddling, training, learning and connecting
Coaching with elite SUP coaches and athletes
Train and prepare for ICF SUP Worlds in Sarasota, Florida
Race strategy and course overview; paddle in the same local waters and conditions you will race in
Clinic and workshop style coaching both on and off the water
Hone in on your SUP technique, paddle stroke and drills
Training for distance, sprint, and technical racing
Race specific skill practice including starts, technical skills, turns, drafting, etc
Video analysis of your paddle stroke and skills
1-1 session with one of our coaches
Nutrition, nourishment, cooking session
On-land training
Recovery practices, optional
Connect with other like-minded paddlers
Educational Clinics During the Week
SUP stroke drills
Technical skills, footwork and turns
Training and recovery practices on land
Wellness, mindset, breathwork, and lifestyle
Nutrition, nourishment, and food prep
Race specific skills including starts, technical skills, turns, and drafting
Video analysis of your paddle stroke and skills
1-1 session with your coach, Rachel (optional, additional cost)

Tentative Week Agenda*
*subject to change
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Monday
Welcome, meet and greet, set intentions and goals for the week
Get on the water, establish starting point
Nourishment, fueling and hydration seminar
Community wrap up
Tuesday
Morning and Afternoon SUP sessions on and off water - paddle stroke, technique and drills
Video analysis
Land based training and mobility clinic
Team building activity
Wednesday
Morning SUP session - sprinting, starts
Wellness, mindset, breathwork, and lifestyle clinic
Afternoon SUP session - technical, beach, turns
Evening community dinner gathering
Thursday
Morning SUP session - race day strategy, race courses and practice
Recovery clinic
Afternoon SUP session - drafting, adjusting paddling in different conditions
Friday
SUP sessions TBA
Optional - 1-1 coaching with suggested paddle training, workouts, nutrition practices
Wrap up community brunch
Saturday
RACE DAY Technical and Sprint Race in Playa Garza, Nosara
What's Included:
Daily SUP sessions, coaching
Land training and sup drills
Nutrition and wellness education
NOT Included:
Food and meals
Accommodations*
Transportation*
*options available upon request

Pricing and Booking
Click here to view ticket page for pricing options
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Board Rentals
*limited availability, reserve ahead*​

FAQ
Payments and Plans:
Payment is due at time of registration
Payment plans are available, **Contact Rachel**
What type of board do I need?
Highly Recommended but not required: Race boards. At least 12.6’, if not 14' race SUP.
How can I get a board?
Highly recommend bringing your own board if you own one. Limited quantity of race boards are available to rent and must be reserved ahead of time when registering.
What do I get with a 1-1 Session?
Coaching on the water or off. Individualized.
What if I can’t make it the entire week?
This camp is offered as a full package only.
Cancellations:
Camp registration fees are refundable, minus initial deposit and service fees, up to 30 days prior to the event (deadline December 21st, 2024).
After that, 50% of your camp fees, minus service fees, are refundable up to 14 days prior to event.
Registration fees are non-refundable less than 14 days.
All service fees are non-refundable.
In the case of the camp being cancelled on my behalf, a full refund, minus service fees, will be issued.