On a scale of 1 - 10, I would rate the first Houston Heat paddling clinic a 9, mainly because of the food. What's with the health food guys? Those ziggy nachos had as much taste as old tree leaves, and don't even mention the anguish burger! But as far as the coaches presentation ... EXCELLENTE!!! Minh, Albert, Hau, Jen, Si, and Ann - thanks for your time in developing the agenda and breaking down the videos. What a great opportunity to actually see ourselves close up and personal and use the criticism as a positive tool to tweak our form immediately at the next practice. It makes a huge difference between hearing instructions on the water and hearing them in a classroom. Every second that each of us can save by being more efficient will add up and could be the difference maker in a very tight race. I think it would also help to dedicate some clinic time toward land assessments as well because they both go hand in hand. Jen if you have time to post those training videos online we would be very appreciative. Thanks to all of you again for putting on this clinic.

I really appreciate all the support from the HH members - thanks for coming out to the clinic. It makes all the time and efforts behind the scene worth while.

Big thanks to the coaches for giving us this first clinic. I know you guys spend countless hours reviewing videos and techniques to help us become better paddlers. It makes me appreciate and understand why you push us in the boat. Next time, push us harder