S7 Ep6 Kayak Progression - Waterfall Techniques and Creek Boating with Alex Littlechild

In this episode of the Coaching Podcast, your host Georgina Maxwell talks to Alex Littlechild about kayak progression, waterfall techniques and creek boating. Alex discusses his ‘trifecta’ theory of creek boating, which categorises paddlers into mathematicians, reactionists, and expressionists. He emphasizes the importance of a growth mindset, explaining how he uses video analysis, peer feedback, and constant repetition to master complex freestyle moves. Throughout the conversation, Alex provides practical advice for aspiring kayakers. Alex started his paddling journey on the Thames and has dedicated his life to chasing, flow state, waterfalls and skill mastery. He is an international white water coach, working for businesses around the world, teaching advanced kayakers to master their waterfall technique and working with young people on their first time in a kayak on white water. Alex has a passion for downriver freestyle, waterfall kayaking and white water philosophy; all of which are touched upon in this episode.

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