Sam is a specialist white water and freestyle kayaking coach, working with people from all around the globe to achieve their very best both on and off the water. If it’s your first time in a boat or you’re a seasoned pro, Sam has the knowledge and expertise to get you to your goals in a safe, rewarding and fun environment.
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Got a paddling problem you just can't seem to crack? Let's work out what's going on.
Sometimes you know something isn't quite working, but you're not sure why. Maybe you're struggling to land a particular move, your boat isn't doing what you expect, or you've been working on the same skill for a while without making the progress you'd like.
That's where the Kayaking Troubleshooting Help Desk comes in.
How does it work?
Send me 3–5 videos of your paddling, along with a little information about:
What you're currently working on
What you're struggling with
What you'd like to improve
Anything you've already tried
I'll review your footage and look at what's actually happening with your paddling, rather than simply focusing on the symptom you're experiencing.
From there, I'll identify the key things I think you should work on and give you personalised exercises and drills to help you make progress.
What happens after the review?
Depending on what I see, you'll receive one of two types of coaching:
Personalised video coaching
I'll record a video response talking you through what I've spotted and give you specific exercises and things to work on.
or
Video review + 10-minute call
If I think it would be more useful to talk things through, we'll arrange a short 10-minute video call. We'll discuss what I've seen, I'll answer any questions you have, and we'll make sure you've got a clear understanding of what to work on next.
The aim isn't to give you a huge list of things to change. It's to identify the key things that will make the biggest difference to your paddling, and give you a clear plan to take onto the water.
And if you want to take it further...
Sometimes a video review is all you need to unlock your next step. Other times, you might want some hands-on coaching to put it into practice.
If you'd like to continue your coaching journey, we can take the things we've identified into a 1-to-1 session on the water, where we can work through them together.
Bring me your paddling problem. Let's troubleshoot it.
Once payment has been made, Sam will be in contact with you to get the clips and get the ball rolling! Price is per problem.
1:1 coaching focuses entirely on you—your goals, your pace, your story. Sessions are tailored to your needs. Whether you’re trying a boat for the first time or refining moves for competition, I’ll support you and keep your best interests at the centre of the learning.
This 1:1 coaching is for every venue other than Lee Valley White Water Centre.
For Lee Valley coaching please click on this here!