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Update from Regional Secondary Schools Hui

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All club representatives were invited to a hui  to discuss regional secondary schools development on Sunday 17 July 2011 at Porirua Police College. Background information was compiled and the meeting facilitated by Chris Fox, Vice-President to get the discussion underway.  

Those present: Marinna Millanta-Lowrey (Hawaiikanui), Chris Manson (Tunui), Samantha Tamanui ( Aniuwaru), Syd Cunningham (Wairarapa) presented some valuable ideas and as a result some action points were initiated for the next hui. A big thanks to all of you for giving up your valuable weekend.

One of the purposes of this hui was to begin addressing two areas of our strategic plan that require further progression and identify some of  our stakeholders in relation to waka ama and the potential that exists to increase participation at secondary school level. 

  1. Assisting in the development and management of clubs – in regard to Secondary Schools the discussion revolves around the capability of clubs to provide programmes and what these programmes may look like across the region. 
  2. Assisting in the development of coaches and high performance paddlers – Coaching is an area currently being addressed by NKOA however it was agreed that perhaps Hoe Tonga could provide basic guidelines (manuals) around expectations of coaches in relation to Secondary Schools.

A development team is required to work on both these projects and further research will be required with input from our regions paddlers and clubs. If you would like to be part of this group or have any comments, ideas please email hoetonga@gmail.com 

We look forward to discussing further at the AGM General Meeting and invite those who have an interest in development of Secondary Schools to send in their thoughts around the questions posed to the group and listed below that will assist with future plannning:

  1. What are we selling to Secondary schools/youth as clubs participating in waka ama?
  2. What are the current barriers for clubs?
  3. Identify barriers for students/participants
  4. What would a 4-6 week programme look like/need to include:
  • based on at least 8 trainings
  • paddlers new to waka ama
  • offered in Term 1/Term 4

W1 Harbour Series IV on Sun, 24 July, Mana

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The W1 Harbour Series (IV) will be run on 24 July.

Venue: Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

Time: meet at 9.15am, race start at 10am

Distance: ~ 10km

Sponsors:

…to get your Groundswell paddle, go to www.fergskayaks.co.nz

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear such as life jackets as per NKOA race rules and are trained in self-rescue techniques! There will not be any support boats, however, the course will be set to ensure suitable conditions.

Cost: $2 pp and your enthusiasm, money goes towards spot prizes.

Prizes: There will be several cool spot prizes, in total worth more than $300, to be handed out at the final event (you must be present to collect).

The more points you gain, the higher the chance of winning a spot prize.

FYI, points to give away per paddler:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers in same/lower/higher division, applies only to singles)

Purpose: This event caters for all types of paddlers. It’s primarily about participation and catching up with your paddling mates but those looking for some competition will find what they are looking for. Spice up your W1 training sessions!

Paddling craft: Open to all paddling craft, including W1, surfskis, W2 and W6. The series runs during the Winter season between May and September.

Notices and results: announced on this website, results are posted within three days of the event.

If you have any questions, please contact Jörn Scherzer @ 021-1250997.

W1 Harbour Series (III) on Saturday, 2 July, at Mana

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The W1 Harbour Series (III) will be run on Saturday, 2 July. The weather forecast is looking great again.

Venue: Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

Time: meet at 9.15am, race start at 10am

Distance: ~ 10km

Sponsors:

…to get your Groundswell paddle, go to www.fergskayaks.co.nz

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear such as life jackets as per NKOA race rules and are trained in self-rescue techniques! There will not be any support boats, however, the course will be set to ensure suitable conditions.

Cost: $2 pp and your enthusiasm, money goes towards spot prizes.

Prizes: There will be several cool spot prizes, in total worth more than $300, to be handed out at the final event (you must be present to collect).

The more points you gain, the higher the chance of winning a spot prize.

FYI, points to give away per paddler:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers in same/lower/higher division, applies only to singles)

Purpose: This event caters for all types of paddlers. It’s primarily about participation and catching up with your paddling mates but those looking for some competition will find what they are looking for. Spice up your W1 training sessions!

Paddling craft: Open to all paddling craft, including W1, surfskis, W2 and W6. The series runs during the winter season between May and September.

Notices and results: announced on this website, results are posted within three days of the event.

If you have any questions, please contact Jörn Scherzer @ 021-1250997.

W1 Harbour Series (II), 12 June, at Mana

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The W1 Harbour Series (II) will be run on 12 June.

Venue: Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

Time: meet at 9.15am, race start at 10am

Distance: ~ 10km

Sponsors:

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear such as life jackets as per NKOA race rules and are trained in self-rescue techniques! There will not be any support boats, however, the course will be set to ensure suitable conditions.

Cost: $2 pp and your enthusiasm, money goes towards spot prizes.

Prizes: There will be several cool spot prizes, in total worth more than $300, to be handed out at the final event (you must be present to collect).

The more points you gain, the higher the chance of winning a spot prize.

FYI, points to give away per paddler:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers in same/lower/higher division, applies only to singles)

Purpose: This event caters for all types of paddlers. It’s primarily about participation and catching up with your paddling mates but those looking for some competition will find what they are looking for. Spice up your W1 training sessions!

Paddling craft: Open to all paddling craft, including W1,  surfskis, W2 and W6. The series runs during the Winter season between May and September.

Notices and results: announced on this website, results are posted within three days of the event.

Note that the third series will not be run Sunday 3 July as originally posted, instead it will be run on Saturday, 2 July.

If you have any questions, please contact Jörn Scherzer @ 021-1250997.

W1 Harbour Series to start on 22 May

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The W1 Harbour Series (I) will kick off on 22 May.

Venue: Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

Alternative venue: Petone (only in case of strong Northerlies)

Time: meet at 9.15am, race start at 10am

Distance: ~ 10km

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear such as life jackets and are trained in self-rescue techniques!

Cost: $2 pp and your enthusiasm, money goes towards spot prizes.

Prizes: There will be several cool spot prizes, in total worth more than $300, to be handed out at the final event (you must be present to collect).

The more points you gain, the higher the chance of winning a spot prize.

FYI, points to give away per paddler:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers in same/lower/higher division, applies only to singles)

Purpose: This event is for those looking for some competition and for those wanting to spice up their W1 training sessions.

Paddling craft: Open to all paddling craft. The series is intended for W1 but the event is open to all paddling craft, including surfskis, W2 and W6. The series runs during the Winter season between May and September.

Race notices / change of venue: announced via http://www.hoetonga.co.nz (The venue is normally confirmed on Friday before the race, check http://www.hoetonga.co.nz for race notices.)

If you have any questions, please contact Jörn Scherzer @ 021-1250997.

Sponsors:


Mana Ocean Challenge, 29km downwind, are you game?

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When: Saturday, 30th April 2011

Weather forecast: The long-range forecast is looking good, with lots of sun and south-easterlies forecast for the Mana and Kapiti area.

Where: Mana, Porirua (Wellington)

What: 29km, downwind

Who: W1 and surfskis, also open to W2 and W6, experienced paddlers only

Why: Wellington has no shortage of wind, show us what you are made of!

Entries due: Extended until 25 April (due to Easter holidays). Payment (or proof of payment) must be received by that date to secure your place.

Spot prizes: Over $1,500 worth in spot prizes, including a full-carbon GROUNDSWELL paddle!

Click here to download the full race information package.

Click here to download an MSWord version of the entry form.

Coordinators
Jörn Scherzer: 021-1250997 or mana.ocean.challenge@gmail.com
James Sadler: 021-717017 or mana.ocean.challenge@gmail.com

Sponsors

For information about Groundswell paddles, please contact leonrossbotham@hotmail.com.

For buying or selling property from Tawa to Pukerua Bay, please contact Trish Tamapeau at REMAX Villa Real Estate Ltd: trishremax@clear.net.nz or 0274 488 903.

For all your paddling gear requirements, go to www.fergskayaks.co.nz.