Rollapoolooza 2007
Roll-a-pool-oo-za
January 20th, 2007 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Rollapoolooza is an indoor, whitewater focused kayaking event held at Optimist Pool, an indoor Olympic-sized swimming pool. The attendees gain instruction, swap equipment, share stories, watch videos, test skills, view or try out new product lines, purchase paddling related products, or simply enjoy the festive social atmosphere. Many participants from the Triangle area and beyond come to get introduced to kayaking while others come to further develop paddling skills. Participants travel from as far as West Virginia to play and learn with paddling industry professionals. Additionally, some key organizations that promote and support the sport of whitewater paddling such as American Whitewater, and the Carolina Canoe Club are typically represented. Rollapoolooza is historically supported by Great Outdoor Provision Company. This local retailer will have demo boats available and staff members present to answer questions on all the latest gear. With so many participants attending, this is a great chance to see old paddling friends, make new ones, and rub elbows with some of the best in the industry. Participants must have basic swimming ability and comfort under water. The minimum age to participate is 12, and ages 12-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants younger than 12 may attend with appropriate equipment, parental supervision, and prior approval from the Adventure Program Managers. Entry fee is $10 per person. Directions to Optimist Pool: 5902 Whittier Drive Raleigh, NC 27609 Phone 919-870-2882. Promotional Flyer
Instructional Clinics:
Clinics are 45 minutes long and are organized in Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Classes. Clinics in the past included Basic Boat Orientation, Kayak Rescue, Performance Strokes, Kayak Roll, Hand Roll, Squirts, Bow/Stern Stalls, and Cartwheels. Clinics will begin at 6:45pm, 7:45pm, and 8:45pm. Clinics are taught by either professionally certified Adventure Program Paddling Staff or one of the many experienced and well travelled Pro-Team Paddlers. Student/instructor ratios for the clinics are typically 4:1. With limited class space and equipment, it is advised to arrive at the start of the event as these are handled on a first come first serve basis. Clinic Information Sheet
