SUMMERTIME, AND THE PADDLING'S EASY....
But first, a stroll down memory lane . . .
An Ohana baker's dozen held an early morning Paddle Out for OG Ohana member Tanya Stum on Saturday, May 30. It was a beautiful morning and moving service, led out by Coach Mike Wang. Rest in Power, Tanya!
Coach Shirley's Pivot Turn Clinic
Coach Shirley hosted one of her fabled Pivot Turn Clinics soon after Tanya's Paddle Out ended. As always, lots of learning and fun was had, and lots of brief swims, presumably, for those who did not follow Coach Shirley's instruction to the letter.
Coach Shirley balancing on the world’s narrowest board!
Trying to follow Coach Shirley’s directions on the water
Coach Shirley hosted a second Pivot Turn Clinic on Saturday, June 20 (and will hold a third one on Saturday, July 18). After all the hard work of learning and practicing and perfecting their pivot turns (see below) was followed by . . .
Cake time! Tired paddlers were treated to some tasty cakes, in honor of Heidi’s initial appearance on planet earth. Happy Birthday, Heidi!!
Ohana Open House Paddle, Saturday, June 6
About 15 paddlers came out for a social paddle during Ohana's latest Open House on June 6. Several new paddlers (both to us and to paddling itself) joined in the fun on calm water with ideal paddling conditions. Welcome all - so glad you could come out!
Khristine channeling her inner Kermit
Gotta start ‘em young!
A gaggle (passel? herd? school? dazzle?) of Open House paddlers
Ohana on the road
Ohana members headed across the bay to Redwood City on Wednesday, June 10 to give Connor Baxter some paddle technique tips. Or were they doing the learning when not posing for pictures with the renown paddling pro? Everyone came away with new paddling insights, and Connor was supremely nice while dispensing his considerable wisdom.
Connor and Rita
Connor and Heidi
Connor and Shirley
Ohana in the wild...
Ohana members need to keep their eyes peeled for other members even when they are not on the water. Louie ran into Chris C. and LeeAnn at the World Cup in Santa Clara on June 13, while LeeAnn and KK ran into Dr. Babs and Jill at the Valkyries game on June 26. Hhhmmm, a pattern seems to be emerging here. Keep an eye out for LeeAnn when you go watch sports!
Chris C., Louie, and LeeAnn waiting for Qatar to score in the 90th minute
LeeAnn, Dr. Babs, KK, and Jill watched the Valkyries win on Pride Night.
Paddle Trip to MLK Shoreline Park
11 Ohana members set out from Sea Trek on very calm water and headed south under the Bay Farm Island Bridge and on down to the MLK Regional Shoreline Park on Saturday, June 13. The paddlers enjoyed favorable currents and the wind at their backs for a relaxing day on the water. The MLK Shoreline Park renovated their docks and even have real bathrooms now. The park also has free parking, so don't sleep on this site as either a starting point or a destination.
Level Up Clinics (LUC) on Tuesday Nights
Coach Jo Kwas has brought back her highly acclaimed Level Up Clinics for lucky Ohana members. The first of this four-part series started on Tuesday, June 30, and focused on self-rescues, towing, and buddy paddling, as well as rescuing other people. Be sure to come out for the remaining three LUC meetings, all of which take place on Tuesday nights, 6-8pm (arrive 5:30pm). Be sure to sign up on TeamSnap.
Social Paddle and Luau, Sunday, July 19
Join Sea Trek Alameda and Ohana for a social paddle followed by a luau in the courtyard on Sunday, July 19, 9:30am - 12pm. Arrive at 9am for the social paddle and stay after to enjoy food and fellowship. Sign up on TeamSnap.
Still Looking Waayyy Ahead
Remember to circle Thursday, September 10 on your calendars for the start of the 3rd Annual Ohana Camping Trip! This year's destination with be Lake Alpine. Deets to follow . . .
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Remember -- OPC SWAG -- and check out the new stuff!
These shirts would look great while you race or eat, so be sure to secure one (or two) for your collection!
Tank tops and rash guards are now joined by caps, visors, beanies, and hoodies with both the classic and new logos.
Dr. Babs’ new visor
Hoodie time!
Ohana Paddle Club – AGL School Spirit
OPC BUSINESS - Reminder
OPC is not all fun paddling near and far and Valkyrie games. Business must be had! Please ensure that your ACA membership and waiver are up to date. This is important for our club insurance. Additionally, please make sure that your ACA membership is affiliated with OPC. You can add OPC from your ACA profile.
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Ongoing Ohana Events: Tuesday Race and Fitness League
Ohana RFL offers a series of fun training paddles to work on skills and fitness. To elevate all members that attend, we try to stick together as a large group but sometimes split off into different groups for different skills, paces or to have sessions with a visiting coach. The 2026 Tuesday RFL meets at 6:00pm-8:00pm (arrive at 5:30pm). Dress for immersion. Please sign up on TeamSnap.
Calendar of Upcoming Events!
LUC #2: Basics and Beyond
Tuesday, July 7, 6pm-8pm (arrive 5:30pm)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Coach Jo Kwas.
Wednesday Morning Mood Boost
Wednesday, July 8, 7:15am-8:00am (arrive 7:00am)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Coach Heidi H.
LUC #3: Everybody Cut Footloose
Tuesday, July 14, 6pm-8pm (arrive 5:30pm)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Coach Jo Kwas.
Wednesday Morning Mood Boost
Wednesday, July 15, 7:15am-8:00am (arrive 7:00am)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up TeamSnap
Coach Heidi H.
Weekend Race and Fitness League - Pivot Turns & Race Prep
Saturday, July 18, 9am-11am (arrive 8:30am)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Coach Shirley Heinemann
Special Event: Social Paddle and Luau
Sunday, July 19, 9:30am-Noon (arrive 9am)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Sea Trek Alameda and Ohana Paddle Club
LUC #4: Olympic Games
Tuesday, July 21, 6pm-8pm (arrive 5:30pm)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up on TeamSnap
Coach Jo Kwas.
Wednesday Morning Mood Boost
Wednesday, July 22, 7:15am-8:00am (arrive 7:00am)
Sea Trek Alameda, 1120 Ballena Blvd., #200, Alameda, 94501
Please sign up TeamSnap
Coach Heidi H.
Special Event: 3rd Annual Ohana Camping Trip
Thursday, September 10 - Sunday, September 13 (Time: TBD)
Lake Alpine
Details to come
Coach Jo Kwas.
Paddlesplash
September 11-13
Lake Natoma
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