TUESDAY, April 26th

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  • 4:00pm- 5:00pm - Michael Booth's one on one clinic 

    • 3 x Carolina Cup Champion 18/19/22
    • 2 x World Champion ISA Distance Race 16/18
    • ICF World Distance Race Champion 19
    • ICF SUP World Cup Germany Champion 19
    • 3 x Australian Champion Distance Race 15/17/18
    • 3 x European SUP Tour Champion 17/18/19
    • APP World Tour Distance Series Champion 19
    • APP World Tour Event Champion Osaka & Paris 19
    • APP World Series 2nd Overall 2018
    • APP World Series #1 Champion London 2018
    • Australian Ocean Ski Series Champion 14/15
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WEDNESDAY, April 26th

• Private one-on-one Coaching with Dan Gavere
  Dan Gavere has been entrenched in the paddling world his entire life, from learning to whitewater kayak at age 10, to becoming an early adpoter of SUP Racing (competed in the very first professional SUP race, Battle of the Paddle in 2008), to becoming a pioneer in the sport of whitewater sup.  Dan possesses a deep understanding of the techniques, strategies, and nuances that will take your paddling to the next level. Dan will analyze your current stroke and skill set allowing him to suggest modifications for improvement, and will work with you to develop any specific skill you may want to improve upon. This is not exclusive to racing, and can include wave riding, or downwinding (the conditions are usually pretty good in Wrightsville Beach during the CC event for waves and/or wind).  
  Wed 3:00-4:00 pm
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  • 1:00pm- 2:00pm - Michael Booth's one on one clinic
    

  • 2:15pm-3:15pm- Michael Booth's one on one clinic

THURSDAY, April 27th

• 1pm-3pm - Michael Booth's skills clinic

  • Skills to improve your performance during competition
  • Focus on Starts, Turns, Wash Riding, Paddling into different winds
  • Information on how to competing against others
  • How to choose your equipment for different races
  • How to plan out your race strategy
  • Mindset when racing
  • Q&A
• Private one-on-one with Dan Gavere
  Dan Gavere has been entrenched in the paddling world his entire life, from learning to whitewater kayak at age 10, to becoming an early adpoter of SUP Racing (competed in the very first professional SUP race, Battle of the Paddle in 2008), to becoming a pioneer in the sport of whitewater sup.  Dan possesses a deep understanding of the techniques, strategies, and nuances that will take your paddling to the next level. Dan will analyze your current stroke and skill set allowing him to suggest modifications for improvement, and will work with you to develop any specific skill you may want to improve upon. This is not exclusive to racing, and can include wave riding, or downwinding (the conditions are usually pretty good in Wrightsville Beach during the CC event for waves and/or wind).  
  Available times 8:30 am-9:30 am, 11:00-12:00pm, 1:00-2:00 pm
• Advanced Outrigger Paddling Techniques with April Zilg: Thursday 4:30pm-6:30pm Cap: 20 paddlersPaddle smarter - not harder! Although this clinic is geared towards advanced technique, it is just as suitable for beginners starting their paddling journey as it is for intermediate to advanced outrigger paddlers looking to eek out a few more seconds per mile. This 2 hour outrigger paddling clinic will take one hour to cover proper technique and how it relates to the physiology and biomechanics of paddling. In the second hour paddlers will get on the water for analysis and to practice the stroke. Paddlers can expect to learn proper body position and which muscle groups to engage for each phase of the paddle stroke, which helps avoid injury and increase efficiency.
  All levels of outrigger paddler welcome, stand up paddlers that can keep up with outrigger canoes are welcome. This clinic meets at the Blockade Runner Soundside Beach. 
• Dan Gavere's-The Ultimate Guide to Stand Up Paddle (5KM &10KM) Racing 
  
  Thursday 3:00-5:00 pm
  Want to have the best possible Carolina Cup race day? With 30 years of paddle racing experience from the seat of his kayak to his stand-up paddleboard, Dan will give you the specific details on what may be the best line choice and strategies for the Harbor Island and Money Island Courses.   Tailored for new SUP racers and first-timer Carolina Cup Athletes the clinic will start on land to go over the pre-race strategy before moving into the water for an in-depth look into the forward paddling techniques for efficiency, and power along with water start strategies, turning techniques, important landmarks for course route strategy, and more.
   
  Each participant will get individualized feedback on their paddling technique, and recommendations for improvement or modifications tailored to each person's style, physical abilities, and equipment.
  Please bring:  Board of any type is welcome (inflatable, surf style, touring, race, recreational). Paddle, PFD, Leash, and appropriate clothing (synthetic is best, cotton is worst). 
  
  

  • 4pm-6pm-Michael Booth's forward stroke clinic

    • Breakdown of the stroke on and off water
    • Tips and technical explanation of the stroke on water
    • Demonstrations of the forward technique
    • Application of the stroke on water
    • Drills to help improve technique
    • Personal feedback on your stroke
    • Instant Video feedback
    • Q&A

FRIDAY, April 28th

• April Zilg's Locals Guide to Mason's Inlet. Friday 9:30am - Noon.
   Cap: 10 paddlers
  
   Carolina Cup Local’s Guide Clinic Description:

  If you’ve wanted to try the Graveyard but you’re worried about Mason’s Inlet, then this is the clinic for you. Learn the in’s & out’s (pun intended) of this challenging section of the course. There’s breaking waves, rollers, shoals, channels, eddies, and double ups. Regardless of the direction the course is run this year, it’s good to be acquainted with the area! Join local paddler, 2x Carolina Cup & 2022 World Champion, April Zilg as she shares with you local tips and tricks to make it through the inlet. After covering surf zone safety on land, this 2.5 hour clinic will be mostly on the water. As a group, you will paddle the north and south sides of the inlet, discovering sandbars and channels so that you can select a line that you’re comfortable with: whether you want to surf, or never encounter a breaking wave… both are possible! Paddlers can expect to walk away with a newfound confidence in this area of the course, local knowledge about the tides and sand bars, and improved water reading abilities.

  Previous paddle experience is required. (This is a course geared towards paddlers wanting to make the jump from the 6 mile to the 12 mile course that are not worried about the distance, but are worried about the conditions. Thank you for understanding. This clinic meets at Public Access #2 on the north end of Wrightsville Beach, parking is limited and must be paid for.)

  
  
• Private one-on-one Coaching with Dan Gavere     3pm -4pm and 4:30 -5:30
  Dan Gavere has been entrenched in the paddling world his entire life, from learning to whitewater kayak at age 10, to becoming an early adpoter of SUP Racing (competed in the very first professional SUP race, Battle of the Paddle in 2008), to becoming a pioneer in the sport of whitewater sup.  Dan possesses a deep understanding of the techniques, strategies, and nuances that will take your paddling to the next level. Dan will analyze your current stroke and skill set allowing him to suggest modifications for improvement, and will work with you to develop any specific skill you may want to improve upon. This is not exclusive to racing, and can include wave riding, or downwinding (the conditions are usually pretty good in Wrightsville Beach during the CC event for waves and/or wind).  
• Dan Gavere's Rough Water Racing- Technique and strategies 
  Friday 8:30-10:30 AM
  Whitewater SUP Pioneer and Carolina Cup veteran, knows a thing or two about dealing with fast-moving water, wind, chop, waves, current, and the conditions you are sure to encounter at the 2023 Carolina Cup.  
  He will provide easy-to-remember skills and drills used to establish best practices, and muscle memory while focusing on the techniques used in advanced paddling and racing.  This clinic can help anyone to paddle with more confidence in challenging rough water conditions.  Additionally, Dan will provide some key tips and strategies for the specific 2023 race courses tailored to the history of the courses, the weather forecast, and even the course conditions expected for the race.  Each participant will also get individualized feedback on their paddling technique, and recommendations for improvement, or modifications tailored to each person's style, physical abilities and/or limitations, and equipment.
  Pre-requisite, Board, paddle, PFD, leash, appropriate clothing for the conditions, dress to get wet
  Join Dan Gavere for this unique learning opportunity tailored specifically to the Carolina Cup 2023.  Max - 10 people
• Seychelle Stroke Technique Clinic  10am - 12noon

  A 2 hour stand up paddle clinic on land and on the water. We will go over paddle stroke technique and practice drills to help make improvements in your stroke efficiency, power, and speed. We will also discuss best practices and stroke adjustments to prevent injuries.  Bring all of your SUP stroke questions, your board, paddle, pfd, leash, and water bottle.

  This clinic is for all level paddlers from novice to advanced, though not for complete beginners. 

• Dan Gavere's-The Ultimate Guide to Stand Up Paddle (5KM &10KM) Racing 
  Friday 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
  Want to have the best possible Carolina Cup race day? With 30 years of paddle racing experience from the seat of his kayak to his stand-up paddleboard, Dan will give you the specific details on what may be the best line choice and strategies for the Harbor Island and Money Island Courses.   Tailored for new SUP racers and first-timer Carolina Cup Athletes the clinic will start on land to go over the pre-race strategy before moving into the water for an in-depth look into the forward paddling techniques for efficiency, and power along with water start strategies, turning techniques, important landmarks for course route strategy, and more.
   
  Each participant will get individualized feedback on their paddling technique, and recommendations for improvement or modifications tailored to each person's style, physical abilities, and equipment.
  Please bring:  Board of any type is welcome (inflatable, surf style, touring, race, recreational). Paddle, PFD, Leash, and appropriate clothing (synthetic is best, cotton is worst). 
• 4:30pm - ‘ICF Points Explained’ Oceanside at USA SUP Booth   Kristin Thomas will be at the USA SUP booth to explain how ICF Ranking Points for the Graveyard and Sunday Technical Sprint race work and what they mean to you. 
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• 10:00am – 5:00pm - Expo and Demos at Blockade Runner Beach Resort

• 12noon – 7:00pm - Packet Pickup and Registration at Blockade Runner Beach Resort-Mandatory Packet Pick Up for Participants except for the Kids Race
• 5:00pm - Autograph Signing Oceanside at The Blockade Runner Resort
• 7:30pm- Polynesian fire dance

SATURDAY, April 29th

• 9:00am - Expo Opens
• 8:00am - Graveyard Surfski & Outrigger Racers Meeting Sound Side
• 8:25am - Graveyard Surfski & Outrigger Race-13.2-mile race 
• 8:30am - Harbor Island Racers Meeting Sound Side
• 8:40am - Harbor Island Recreational race: 3.5-mile flatwater race 
• 8:45am - Money Island Racers Meeting Sound Side
• 9:10am - Money Island Open race: 6.5-mile flatwater race 
• 9:25am - Graveyard Elite Racers Meeting
• 9:40am - Graveyard Elite Race: 13.2-mile ocean and flatwater race 
• 12 noon- 4:00pm - Demos and Live Entertainment( The Midatlantic band)
• 1:00pm - Banquet Food for Participants
• 4pm - Awards- Ocean Side

SUNDAY, April 30th

• 9:00am-12:00pm - Demo
• 9:00am Technical sprint race- Ocean side
• 9:30am- 12pm - Expo - Sound Side
• 8:00-9:45am - Register for Kids Race under the Gazebo
• 10:15am - Kids Race Meeting Sound Side
• 10:30 - Kids Race: open for children ages 6 to 14 - Sound Side
• 2 pm - Awards- Sound Side

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