What is Surf Kayaking you might be asking yourself? Well, "Surf kayaking is the ultimate in extreme expression, with kayakers combining skill with the power of the ocean to perform increasingly dynamic and high performance moves". (Quote BCU)
The level of the sport in Britain is world class, with teams from all nations competing exceptionally well at world level.
The England Surf Kayak Team won the World Championships in Portugal 2009 and are looking to defend their title in 2011 at Outer Banks, North Carolina - on the east coast USA.
There are many individuals from beginner to expert class in surf kayaking that are not in the England team but paddle for fun, some for competitions and others for the social aspects. Many independant paddlers want to be involved in a group for all three reasons and many more. This NEW website is intended to be the cornerstone for all levels of paddlers who want to learn more, develop techniques and skills and get involved in the local and international surk kayaking scene all over the country.
Also, it's for all kayakers to find out about the most up to date information on surf Kayaking in England, check out the calender of events, home and international competitions, results tables, latest news, reviews(blogs) and the picture gallery of recent trips and events. You can start by surfing this new surf kayaking website...
Latest News updates. Today: Wednesday 22 February, 2012 |
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One week before the England Team head to North Carolina USA for some fun, sun and hopefully lots of surf! Due to hurricane Irene a month ago the contest has been moved 50 miles North. Many roads and bridges have been destroyed. You can join the team and keep in touch with the contest news as it unfolds on our new live blog tool!!! |
NEW BLOG TOOL - click here to see whats happening at the World Championships. We have a live blog forum where the team are able to add and share their thoughts and pictures of whats happening to them in real time! How Cool! Good Luck to everyone!!
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Morgan Porth Competition Sept 2011 Results: |
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British Open Competition Aug 2011 |
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Portugal Ocean Spirit Festival Aug 2010 The Ocean Spirit festival was in Portugal during August. Paddlers from Portugal, Galice, Basque Country, France, Italy, Brasil and England surfed the nice sometimes dumpy Santa Cruz waves. The England Surf Kayak Team won the World Championships in Portugal 2009 and are looking to defend their title in 2011 at Outer Banks, North Carolina - on the east coast USA. Read more.. |
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Getting Started... How to get into surf kayaking, which kayak to use? learning safety, Joining a club in England, surf etiquette... |
Developing your skillsImproving surf-specific skills; find surf coaching development courses or interested in personal coaching... |
Joining a competitionWhy Compete? Improves your awareness and skills, UK and International competitions, team involvement and new travel experiences...Read more... |
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ESK is part of Canoe England and the British Canoe Union (BCU);
promoting surf kayaking in England.