Private lesson
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Printed Date: 26 Sep 2025 at 6:37pm
Topic: Private lesson
Posted By: fastpaddler
Subject: Private lesson
Date Posted: 04 Oct 2015 at 12:05pm
Hi, looking for someone to help with my roll or lack of roll. Problem, sold my original boat and haven't purchased another, yet. I Have all gear except boat and helmet. Hopefully you have a boat I can use. I'm in whatcom county looking to learn roll(s) in flat water or in slow current of the nooksack. Any local experienced boaters willing to teach a couple things? Willing to pay 30hr. Ideally, a 1hr class once or twice a week. If you have a backdeck and/or off hand roll in your Arsenal I'd like to learn one as a secondary, too!
Thanks
Reid h
Pm me
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Posted By: Nick
Date Posted: 04 Oct 2015 at 7:48pm
Unfortunately your about 2 hours away but if your interested in rallying to the Snohomish area... I'd be keen on helping.
Give me a shout or text (425) 359 - 8469 if you want to rally South and jump in Lake Tye (Monroe). No worries for throwing any cash my way.
I recommend throwing this link (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hmc_S6gjt9g) into your search bar and sitting on the ground w/ your paddle in hand. Happy rolling and hope your able to join this great paddling community the P.N.W. has to offer.
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Posted By: water wacko
Date Posted: 04 Oct 2015 at 11:37pm
Reid, I'm pretty sure there's a roll sesh at the college in Bham once a week. Maybe some Hamsters could chime in? I'd call the college and see, sorry I can't be of more help.
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Posted By: megspk
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 5:35am
I got my first combat roll after doing some dry land exercises. This forces you to use your paddle correctly (it can be used with the sweep and c to c) because you are on dry land. There are some good "hip" exercises mentioned on the website too. I have shown this to at least 3 others and they all got their roll after doing a few practice rolls on land. You can always lay a tarp or blanket down if you are doing them outside. Have fun learning!
http://www.creativepursuits.net/kayaking.htm
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“A strong person and a waterfall always channel their own path.” -Unknown
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Posted By: mprussak
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 4:34pm
I've got a spare boat and helmet, if you can make your way down to lake Washington or one of the Seattle area rivers/lakes, I'd love to help you out for free.
Also seconding what meg said, dry land drills are extremely helpful.
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Marek Prussak 206-465-2055
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Posted By: plumb328
Date Posted: 05 Oct 2015 at 7:32pm
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arnie hanna pool in bham. tues and thurs. 8pm to 9pm also on sunday.
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Posted By: Alicia Lycan
Date Posted: 07 Oct 2015 at 12:18am
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Hi Reid, I live in Bellingham and can help you out, I have extra gear too. Pool sessions are Tuesday and Thursday evenings, my number is 360-305-8053, let me know what night you want to go and we'll make it happen!
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