Mastering the Waves: An Expert's Guide to Surfski with Éric Garnier and Surfski & Co
Éric Garnier, a seasoned waterman and the 2024 French Surfski Champion, has joined TotalPaddler as a regular contributor. With a background in athletics and mountain biking, Éric transitioned to paddlesports at age 30, eventually specializing in surfski and ocean racing. Based in Étel, Morbihan, he founded 'Surfski & Co,' a mobile school providing customized coaching across France. His school emphasizes personalized progression, offering private and group lessons, high-end equipment testing, and unique multi-day expeditions like the tour of the Crozon Peninsula. Beyond technical training, Éric offers a 'bed and breakfast' formula for paddlers to fully immerse themselves in the sport. For 2025, he is focused on the French national circuit and championships in Toulon, while keeping an eye on the 2026 European Championships in Brest and the 2028 World Championships in Cherbourg.
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