Paddling Guide

The following is a collection of guides and techniques for outrigger canoeing. It consists of information from a range of sources and is subject to ongoing refinement. There are a number of sections accessible from the menu on the left. These are currently being developed, so if you have any thing to add, or know of any good information sources please let us know.

Outrigging History - Development of outrigging, terms and protocol.

OC6 Positions - Roles of each paddler in an OC6.

Paddling Technique - The phases and technique to develop an effective outrigger paddling style.

Huli Capsize - How to recover from a capsize.

Welcome - Returns to the main menu.

Information Sources

AOCRA Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association - Australian National Governing Body.
AOCRA South Queensland Zone - South Queensland and Northern New South Wales Zone.
Kanu Culture - Magazine and web site.
Kent Island Outrigger Canoe Club - Outrigging guide and information.
Pacific Dragons Dragon Boat and Outrigger Canoeing Club - Provides an excellent online PDF publication covering both outrigging and dragon boats.