Product Description This energizing instructional unlocks the secrets of competent river runners: Water reading, strategies, strokes, maneuvers, and basic playboating. All are presented in a manner that demystifies and enlightens. Learn from an elite team of instructors who have crystallized the nuances that will put you in control. Novice and experienced kayakers alike will profit from this upbeat production designed to set your foundation right! This DVD is conveniently indexed for your entertainment and instructional benefit. Extra Bonus chapters introduce the kayak roll and whitewater safety. Paddlers agree, kayaking will change your life! Review Best Professional, Best Instructional, and Best in Show! -- 2005 National Paddling Film FestivalEnjoy crystal-clear, concise demonstrations of essential river-reading skills for kayakers. -- Jerry McAward, Northeast PA Kayak SchoolExcellent value, technically perfect. The Performance Video formula continues to work. -- National Paddling Film Festival Judges report From the Contributor Our DVD is completely guaranteed. If you practice the drills and techniques shown, and do not experience definite improvement, we will refund your money. Kent Ford & John Davis, Owners About the Actor KENT FORD "One of the most influential and recognized paddlers in whitewater sport."Kent Ford’s unique background includes twenty years of teaching paddling, international whitewater racing, including World Championship titles, coaching for the US Team, and working as public address announcer at the last four Olympic Games. Now Kent focuses on teaching recreational boating to a worldwide audience. His twenty-plus videos and books have influenced the education of half a million paddlers and have made him one of the most recognized paddlers in whitewater sport worldwide. Best of all, Kent’s teaching style is enthusiastic, supportive, and open-minded. A veteran of over 330 rivers in 27 countries, Kent has been a member of expeditions to the Soviet Union, Costa Rica, Turkey, and Mexico. Kent holds a BS. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University and resides in Durango, Colorado. A volunteer member of the City of Durango’s water commission, Kent advocates for sustainable water policy. His pro-bono video productions on threats to the Dolores and Animas Rivers helped excite advocacy and protection on their behalf. Other recent projects include organizing the Whitewater Symposium, an industry roundtable on the health of paddlesports. See more