PROGRAMS
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Our Coaching Philosophies
Founded in 2008, Paddle 2 Fitness has successfully delivered a polarising training program regime, better known as ’80/20′ training. We believe it is essential for our athletes to build a strong aerobic system where the body learns to burn fat as the main energy source utilising The 180 Formula (MAF). Our coach, Julian Norton-Smith has more than 35 years on water experience and follows research from leading experts in the field like Dr Phil Maffetone and Dr Stephen Seiler. Trust us and we will improve your performance.
Why Should I Do This?
What’s Right For Me?
How Do I Get Started?
Paddle 2 Fitness programs will help answer the question most paddlers ask, “what should I do today”. With a professionally written and balanced training program, we will calculate your current training paces (KM/H and HR) through our speed calculator and your DOB. This will give you three training levels to train at. Our daily training sessions make your life simple by giving you the number of sets, minutes and training levels. All you have to do is paddle.
Our RACE READY programs will have you ready to race in 13 weeks. These programs give you the flexibility to train when you can, with 3-4 Monday – Friday sessions, 1 weekend session and 1 weekly cross training session included.
Our PEAK PERFORMANCE program is for paddlers looking for 7 days a week 364 days a year training support and guidance. This program targets all race distances, with daily training sessions that will have you race ready and at peak performance all year round.
Our SQUAD SESSIONS are for local paddlers in SE Queensland who would like to attend our weekly squad sessions. Paddlers can attend unlimited weekly sessions (Gold Coast / Brisbane) as well as attend any downwind skills sessions provided. Paddlers will also follow and have access to the PEAK PERFORMANCE program. All levels welcome, especially beginner / developing paddlers.
Our PEAK PERFORMANCE program is for paddlers looking for 7 days a week 364 days a year training support and guidance. This program targets all race distances, with daily training sessions that will have you race ready and at peak performance all year round.
Our SQUAD SESSIONS are for local paddlers in SE Queensland who would like to attend our weekly squad sessions. Paddlers can attend unlimited weekly sessions (Gold Coast / Brisbane) as well as attend any downwind skills sessions provided. Paddlers will also follow and have access to the PEAK PERFORMANCE program. All levels welcome, especially beginner / developing paddlers.
Simply choose any one of the paddling plans below and you are on your way to becoming a stronger, more efficient paddler.
If you have an 20-30km race more than 3 months away then choose RACE READY 20-30km, if you are looking for daily paddling sessions with no specific race in mind then choose PEAK PERFORMANCE or if you would like to attend our weekly squad sessions then choose SQUAD SESSIONS.
If you have an 20-30km race more than 3 months away then choose RACE READY 20-30km, if you are looking for daily paddling sessions with no specific race in mind then choose PEAK PERFORMANCE or if you would like to attend our weekly squad sessions then choose SQUAD SESSIONS.
Testimonials

Coach, I’m liking the program. I did my paddle/run 20km today and knocked 3 min off pb which all came from paddling improvements. Managed my race pace pretty much for each 5 x 2kms efforts.
Tony Etherington
I’m liking the program

Coach, thanks for running the 10km TT this morning. It’s been a year and six months since I showed up for my introduction to paddling. And, I’m still really enjoying the weekly gains to my paddling technique and speed. Totally hooked.
Raymond Hastie
Totally hooked

This program is awesome.
George and I are both impressed. Thank you so much.
George and I are both impressed. Thank you so much.
Rhonda McSweeney
This program is awesome