BONDI OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB in Rose Bay, New South Wales | Sports club

BONDI OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB

Locality: Rose Bay, New South Wales

Phone: +61 425 325 595

Address: 2 Vickery Avenue 2029 Rose Bay, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.bondioutriggercanoeclub.com/

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23.01.2022 THE COACH - AKA THE MENTOR The first to arrive and the last to leave, The first to listen yet the last to criticise,... The first to acknowledge, and the last to dismiss - the coach is your clubs rock without whom there is no plan or direction. The formalities of a coaches accreditation are usually basic to say the least. Often overflowing with outdated, generic information and requirements, it's a minefield of practicality verses less than ideal information floating in a sea of confusion and political correctness. From the wise words of the mighty Bruce Lee - Use that which is useful and reject what is not. Many rookies that lack natural creativity will inevitably be bound to the strict 'code' imposed and as such will fall by the wayside, blind to their true creative potential. Fear not, with time things for the focused will become clearer and more personal. For the more passionate, time breeds uniqueness and individuality in their style. The formal classroom and its content, although legally necessary, will be a tiny spec on an accomplished coaches resume in real world practicality - Engaging coaches are true individuals with original thoughts, ideas and plans based on sound principles through personal experiences. Observe, perceive, acknowledge, adapt and evolve - be yourself and most importantly be unique in your delivery. Empathy is a coaches friend - use it wisely and with objectivity, bend, but never break. Ruthlessness is their foe - however in small respectful doses it can drive home a point. Lead by example, exhibit poise in delivery with a mixture of strength and confidence. Harmony within the canoe is paramount and only truely understood by a coach who understands individual athletes chemistry, its mechanics and its effects on not only others, but the canoe itself. This perception will override even the toughest of time trials. - coaches who understand this complex relationship will exceed as will their teams. Never be boring, never be dull. Be creative, it really is the key to developing your own personal style, never deviate and stick with your plan. Be patient, bide your time and it will come - once the tide of creativity rolls in all will be revealed. Your clubs coach is much more than their title implies. Regardless of your experience or knowledge, respect them, they have a plan. You never know, you might just learn something in the process! cpo

23.01.2022 Pittwater regatta 2020 Oh how we’d love to be back on the water competing @ Station Beach

22.01.2022 Great Saturday session out on the harbour

20.01.2022 Photography practice from the safety boat for the 8km short course at the Bondi OCC regatta at Rose Bay.

18.01.2022 Dear Members, Clubs and Stakeholders, Due to global effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Australian Outrigger Canoe Racing Association (AOCRA) Board of Directo...rs in conjunction with its Zone Leaders have come to the difficult and mutual decision to cancel all events until 30 September 2020. This includes the National Marathon Titles, AOCRA Aito, Trans Tasman Gubbi Gubbi, National Junior Marathon Titles, Coaching Courses and Camps. We have been monitoring the situation closely and adhering to the advice of the Federal Government and other relevant authorities since the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. Following the updated information and advice over the weekend from the Federal Government, and in consideration of the wider paddling community, the Board and Zones today made a decision. The decision to cancel was a very difficult one, and we are very disappointed to have to do so. However, it was done taking into consideration (but not limited to) the following: * The unknown timelines that we are all facing in terms of travel restrictions and the impact of life as we know it; * The overall health and safety of our national paddling community; * Member Zones already heavily impacted by COVID-19; * The risk to our Operations Team, Volunteers, Sub Commitees and broader stakeholders. As the national association, we have an obligation to ensure the safety of our membership and act in their best interests and in that of the sport of Outrigger Canoeing. We acknowledge and recognise the amount of work that any Zones and in particular, their local organising committees, have done in preparation for these events. We also acknowledge the significant financial impact this decision will have on Clubs, Zones and the association. AOCRA will arrange refunds for all entry fees already paid in advance excluding direct transaction costs incurred as part of the process. The Board have commenced discussions with our sponsors and stakeholdes and will be undertaking an assessment of the impact our ability to deliver on approved Strategic Projects this year based on this decision. We will also be using this time to plan for the future so as to we ensure we bounce back stronger than ever, when the time comes. In this difficult and uncertain time that we are all facing, it is fortunate to know that our paddling community is strong and it is important that we look out for each other. Please make sure that you are all adhering to COVID-19 guidelines and practice physical distancing wherever possible as communicated previously. Should you have any questions, please direct them to [email protected] Yours sincerely, Katherine Cole President, AOCRA

18.01.2022 Wow - what an outstanding response to the Corona Cup Challenge. We will soon be announcing some virtual OC1 races on certain dates (ie you do the race in your ...own time in a certain date, certain distances apply) - stay tuned (and thank you Robyn for the great idea). Why not try and borrow, ask someone rent theirs or time share an OC1 so you can join the challenge too? Please continue share those awesome pics daily to keep us all inspired. And always remember social distancing is at play.

15.01.2022 New paddler session off this morning

14.01.2022 The start of our regatta November 2020 .

14.01.2022 Out and about sydney harbour Wednesday evening

14.01.2022 The good old days off The Jersey Shore #hawaii #Tahiti #chocolate #Outrigger Canoe

13.01.2022 Petite leçon de style par Matahi Drollet

12.01.2022 Bondi OCC has suspended all OC6 sessions but continue with our OC1 session. During these crazy times it’s still feels good to appreciate the small things like a paddle and the sunrise

11.01.2022 The original stand up paddleboarding Video by Alex (@aleksejsv)

10.01.2022 Let’s go Team Bondi!

09.01.2022 https://youtu.be/zC3JWPhoTuM

08.01.2022 Spring is in the air!

08.01.2022 After 3 years of Research & Development, we are extremely proud & excited to introduce to you the Ultimate Toy: A competitive V3 that converts into a racing sai...ling canoe in just 20 min!! Viper Va’a has always strived to bridge the gap between tradition & new technologies, and our ancestral Polynesian canoes have shown us the way to a fun & exciting future! Depending on your mood & the weather conditions, our Titiraina will bring you thrills and joy! Spirit of Raiatea ... Après 3 ans de recherche et développement, nous sommes fiers de vous présenter notre jouet utlime : un V3 de compétition qui, en 20 min, se transforme en une pirogue à voile de course ! Depuis toujours Viper Va'a souhaite faire le lien entre nouvelles technologies et tradition, les va'a de nos ancêtres Polynésiens nous ont dessinés un futur passionnant ! En fonction de ton humeur et des conditions, Titiraina t'apportera des sensations nouvelles et excitantes ! Spirit of Raiatea ...

07.01.2022 Kia Orana All, Vaka Eiva is ON HOLD due to COVID-19. We will be evaluating things mid July with the viability of hosting our event in regards to the Health & Safety of all concerned and projected numbers of You that may still want and can come. So watch this space and be Safe....

07.01.2022 Please join with us in celebrating International Womens Week!! Each day we will be selecting a special woman who has inspired, shaped and influenced who we are ...today. Let's do this!! DAY 3 - WEDNESDAY 11TH MARCH 2020 Today we celebrate Tahitian World Champion, Hinatea Bernadino!! Hinatea comes from a family of champion Tahitian paddlers and has earned her place as captain of all-women’s outrigger canoe team Team Teva, and won at the highest level of the sport. She brings the same tenacity developed in racing to the fight for women’s equality in the sport, and has a strong passion for Tahiti and the Polynesian culture & lifestyle. 5 times World Champion Gold Medalist (2002-2004-2006-2010-2014) 2 times South Pacific Games Gold Medalist (2003 Fiji 2007 Samoa) 1 time Rarotonga Mini-games Gold Medalist (2009) 9 times Te Aito winner (2006-2009-2010-2013-2014-2015-2016-2017-2018) 11 times Heiva Champion (2x Junior16 2x Junior19 7x Senior) 3 times Hawaiki Nui Va’a winner with Team TEVA

07.01.2022 It’s On!!! BONDI OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB OC1/2 Race Start!!! #teamwork #outriggercanoe #Racing #bondioutriggercanoeclub

06.01.2022 Efficiency is important when it comes to speed, but there’s always a catch. Here are a couple tips to work on yours. __ Music By: LIKE YEARS #likeyears - -... #johnpuakea #thecatch #volare PaddleNinja Puakea Designs #coopeduptips See more

05.01.2022 The team AOCRA have just completed a massive rebrand from top to bottom. With the goal of capturing the essence of our sport in all of our communications. Inclu...ding new logo's, colours, icons and fonts that all represent our love of the ocean and the sport of outrigging. All zones have been included in this rebrand AOCRA NSW Zone AOCRA NQ Zone South Queensland Zone AOCRA AOCRA Southern States Zone WAZA Outriggers Check out this video with AOCRA board member Nick Nelson and @jJames Russell Gray as they discuss the huge efforts that have gone on behind the scenes to make this happen. See more

05.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=356333658823857

03.01.2022 Pretty awesome results from all our teams at last weekends regatta hosted by Te Ika Nui Here are some pics from the race; pretty gnarly conditions! . . . . .... . #bondioutriggercanoeclub #teambondi #bondiocc #vipervaa #mojodownunder #qthotels #gda #bwo #buildingwithoptions #matahina #arevaa #kamanucomposites #paddlersofsydney #nswaocra #vaalove #fortheloveoftheocean #teamwork #ohana #winnersaregrinners @ Patonga Beach, New South Wales, Australia

03.01.2022 Dear Members, A meeting was held this afternoon between the National body and States to discuss the current pandemic of COVID-19 and AOCRA’s options. The Natio...nal body and States have agreed that all future regattas be postponed or cancelled for the next 30 days, at which time the situation of COVID-19 will be re-evaluated. The health and safety of our members and families is of the utmost importance. AOCRA will continue to monitor the situation. AOCRA NSW encourages all of our competitors and supporters to practice the highest level of hygiene and follow the advice from the Department of Health in regards to self-isolating in an endeavour to limit the spread of COVID-19. We look forward to seeing you all out on the water soon. Chris Berry President, AOCRA NSW 15 March 2020

01.01.2022 THE RENAISSANCE MAN - Number 5 Reserved for the more astute paddler, fifth from the front is a thinking mans seat. A competent steerer in his own right, the ri...ght-hand man, chief assistant and confidant to the master and commander in six - this is a seat of great responsibility and power. A gatherer of infomation, with the skill to process it at a whim, with this information at hand, they respond instinctively and instantly. Their knowledge of both the ocean and canoe is second only to that of the steerer, and at times, equal. They are the commanders back up and will share and voice their opinion, where the steerer will heed their warnings if deemed appropriate. Falsely, many crews will allocate this seat to the inexperienced, a disaster in the making to be sure. The responsibility may not be fully understood in the more calmer, safer waters - however, shortcomings under pressure will soon be evident when things become a little more serious. They need to be strong, with a powerful blade that can be 'on tap' at a moments notice, they are the last in a powerful, living, breathing human engine. They will rally the troops (3 & 4) - for they are the ignition for the 'engine room' and always ready to pull a rabbit out of a hat, with the flick of the hips or a drop of the shoulder, they own the ama and working hand in hand with the 'boss', will get you home safely, time and time again. They are the last to leave the beach with 'EL capitan' after a race and the first to shout them a beer. They see all, yet criticises non, to busy with the job at hand - for they are the 'keeper' of the ama and guard it with a vengeance! cpo

01.01.2022 Dear Members Is everyone getting pumped for the first regatta? I hope so, as Pacific Dragons have been putting in a huge effort into making sure we can have a ...great day. The reality that we are living in means that regattas aren’t going to be like they were in the past. You can’t rock up, paddle and go home. There is going to be a bit more we all need to do to make sure we comply with Covid and government regulations. So please start thinking about it and keep your eyes on emails and Facebook so you don’t miss any updates. On a positive note, I want more juniors on the water so we will have reduced race fees for all juniors, including a special OC1/2, V1 race over 4km. There are some great prizes for juniors, so please start promoting the races to your juniors. It will be a safe and easy 4km and we would love to see as many as possible out there. All clubs need to start thinking about being Covid safe on regatta day. As a minimum, each club are going to be required to: Have a Covid Officer Bring your own small table to have hand sanitiser available in your area Bring your own canoe sanitiser/disinfectant spray Ensure all paddlers and guests log into the QR app. Guests/supporters are not encouraged but we understand some are essential Ensure no socialising with other clubs Most importantly, we all need to pay 100% respect to all the volunteers and organisers on the day. We will have a no-tolerance rule if you don’t comply with a request from any staff on the day. Together we can have a great season and if we make this first event a huge success, then this sets the scene for our season and show other councils that we can comply. I can’t wait to get out and race and so keep your eyes on the communication as we update you over the next month Mick Seay President, AOCRA NSW