Robert Nissenbaum
@robertnissenbaum.com
International coastal kayak and Greenland paddling/Traditional skills instructor
Gearlab Outdoors Pro Athlete/Retailer
TRAK Kayaks Pilot/Ambassador
Website: rnissenbaum.com
Gearlab Outdoors Pro Athlete/Retailer
TRAK Kayaks Pilot/Ambassador
Website: rnissenbaum.com
I'll be back at the office this morning for my final day here coaching in Taiwan.
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I'll be back at the office this morning for my final day here coaching in Taiwan.
It's been a pleasure to finally meet everyone I have been communicating with at Gearlab Outdoors Inc. for the...
I'll be back at the office this morning for my final day here coaching in Taiwan.
It's been a pleasure to finally meet everyone I have been communicating with at Gearlab Outdoors Inc. for the past se...
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October 28, 2025 at 11:35 PM
I'll be back at the office this morning for my final day here coaching in Taiwan.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:51 PM
After my Greenland paddling class, we all headed up the Shuang River (north Taiwan). The roughly 3 knots of current gave me some good seat time in the Waveism Kayak working the back eddies and then some time peeling out into the eddy lines off the bridge.
October 27, 2025 at 10:14 PM
After my Greenland paddling class, we all headed up the Shuang River (north Taiwan). The roughly 3 knots of current gave me some good seat time in the Waveism Kayak working the back eddies and then some time peeling out into the eddy lines off the bridge.
Saysutshun Island across from #Nanaimo for the TRAK Kayaks Owner's gathering....the TRAK 2.0 pairs perfectly with the Gearlab Outdoors IPIK 225....and of course, camping.
#islandlife
#islandlife
September 23, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Saysutshun Island across from #Nanaimo for the TRAK Kayaks Owner's gathering....the TRAK 2.0 pairs perfectly with the Gearlab Outdoors IPIK 225....and of course, camping.
#islandlife
#islandlife
Greenland Strokes classes scheduled:
Oct 5th - Sequim, WA (Olympic Peninsula Paddlers)
Oct 12th - Friday Harbor, WA
Oct 28th - Taiwan
Courses are designed for everyone from absolute beginner to those looking to refine their skills.
Demo paddles will be available.
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Oct 5th - Sequim, WA (Olympic Peninsula Paddlers)
Oct 12th - Friday Harbor, WA
Oct 28th - Taiwan
Courses are designed for everyone from absolute beginner to those looking to refine their skills.
Demo paddles will be available.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
September 11, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Greenland Strokes classes scheduled:
Oct 5th - Sequim, WA (Olympic Peninsula Paddlers)
Oct 12th - Friday Harbor, WA
Oct 28th - Taiwan
Courses are designed for everyone from absolute beginner to those looking to refine their skills.
Demo paddles will be available.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Oct 5th - Sequim, WA (Olympic Peninsula Paddlers)
Oct 12th - Friday Harbor, WA
Oct 28th - Taiwan
Courses are designed for everyone from absolute beginner to those looking to refine their skills.
Demo paddles will be available.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Next stop - Taiwan!
Well, technically my next stop is back in Canada in a couple of weeks, but I will be off to Taiwan teaching Greenland strokes and running outfitting clinics with some rolling and surf classes likely added to the schedule.
I hope to see you there!
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Well, technically my next stop is back in Canada in a couple of weeks, but I will be off to Taiwan teaching Greenland strokes and running outfitting clinics with some rolling and surf classes likely added to the schedule.
I hope to see you there!
waveism.com/index.php?ro...
<浪花學堂> Robert Nissenbaum|格陵蘭專長一日班
🌊 浪花學堂｜十月特別課程講師：Robert Nissenbaum（美國）主題：格陵蘭專長一日班｜效率 × 技術 × 傳統 🛶課程介紹探索格陵蘭式前進槳的優雅、效率與力量——這是一套經過數百年驗證的划行技巧，強調流暢動作、身體力學與槳法精準度，而非依靠蠻力。無論你是初次嘗試格陵蘭槳的新手，還是想優化技巧的進階划手，Robert 將帶你深入理解並掌握這種高效、細膩且具文化底蘊的划槳方式。課程...
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September 2, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Next stop - Taiwan!
Well, technically my next stop is back in Canada in a couple of weeks, but I will be off to Taiwan teaching Greenland strokes and running outfitting clinics with some rolling and surf classes likely added to the schedule.
I hope to see you there!
waveism.com/index.php?ro...
Well, technically my next stop is back in Canada in a couple of weeks, but I will be off to Taiwan teaching Greenland strokes and running outfitting clinics with some rolling and surf classes likely added to the schedule.
I hope to see you there!
waveism.com/index.php?ro...
Small ebb - under 4 knots - and no wind, but we still got some standing waves in Deception Pass.
And if there are waves, I am going to try to catch them!
This time, the Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq in my hands (the IPIK 225 on the deck - my new go-to for distance and touring).
And if there are waves, I am going to try to catch them!
This time, the Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq in my hands (the IPIK 225 on the deck - my new go-to for distance and touring).
August 19, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Small ebb - under 4 knots - and no wind, but we still got some standing waves in Deception Pass.
And if there are waves, I am going to try to catch them!
This time, the Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq in my hands (the IPIK 225 on the deck - my new go-to for distance and touring).
And if there are waves, I am going to try to catch them!
This time, the Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq in my hands (the IPIK 225 on the deck - my new go-to for distance and touring).
I didn't take the time to annotate this video, but here are a few things to look for in my stroke - all listed in the video description:
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A Greenland Paddling Forward Stroke Demo
YouTube video by Robert Nissenbaum
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August 14, 2025 at 10:57 PM
I didn't take the time to annotate this video, but here are a few things to look for in my stroke - all listed in the video description:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXw7...
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Curious about the TRAK 2.0 folding sea kayak?
Now’s your chance to try it out -in person, on the water.
|Join myself and Patrick Do for a relaxed test paddle at Dash Point Pier in Tacoma, WA on Sunday, August 24th starting at 10:00 AM.
Spots are limited: RSVP at
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Now’s your chance to try it out -in person, on the water.
|Join myself and Patrick Do for a relaxed test paddle at Dash Point Pier in Tacoma, WA on Sunday, August 24th starting at 10:00 AM.
Spots are limited: RSVP at
www.trakkayaks.com/pages/test-p...
August 7, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Curious about the TRAK 2.0 folding sea kayak?
Now’s your chance to try it out -in person, on the water.
|Join myself and Patrick Do for a relaxed test paddle at Dash Point Pier in Tacoma, WA on Sunday, August 24th starting at 10:00 AM.
Spots are limited: RSVP at
www.trakkayaks.com/pages/test-p...
Now’s your chance to try it out -in person, on the water.
|Join myself and Patrick Do for a relaxed test paddle at Dash Point Pier in Tacoma, WA on Sunday, August 24th starting at 10:00 AM.
Spots are limited: RSVP at
www.trakkayaks.com/pages/test-p...
The (not yet released) Gearlab Outdoors IPIK 225 in my natural habitat.
Current, waves, and tide race surfing! Never once did I reach for my beloved Kalleq on my deck.
I LIKE this paddle!
#seakayak #Greenlandpaddle
Current, waves, and tide race surfing! Never once did I reach for my beloved Kalleq on my deck.
I LIKE this paddle!
#seakayak #Greenlandpaddle
August 6, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The (not yet released) Gearlab Outdoors IPIK 225 in my natural habitat.
Current, waves, and tide race surfing! Never once did I reach for my beloved Kalleq on my deck.
I LIKE this paddle!
#seakayak #Greenlandpaddle
Current, waves, and tide race surfing! Never once did I reach for my beloved Kalleq on my deck.
I LIKE this paddle!
#seakayak #Greenlandpaddle
Definitely not feeling blue!
Stoked to be playing with something new - already had it out rolling. Next up - in the currents at Deception Pass and hands on with students in my next Greenland paddling strokes class.
Stay tuned for more (and my thoughts on it)!
Stoked to be playing with something new - already had it out rolling. Next up - in the currents at Deception Pass and hands on with students in my next Greenland paddling strokes class.
Stay tuned for more (and my thoughts on it)!
August 1, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Definitely not feeling blue!
Stoked to be playing with something new - already had it out rolling. Next up - in the currents at Deception Pass and hands on with students in my next Greenland paddling strokes class.
Stay tuned for more (and my thoughts on it)!
Stoked to be playing with something new - already had it out rolling. Next up - in the currents at Deception Pass and hands on with students in my next Greenland paddling strokes class.
Stay tuned for more (and my thoughts on it)!
15% off - Demo Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq
This is one of the 2 brand new paddles I loaned out for use during the Ukee Greenland Weekend.
Minor scratches but otherwise brand new. It was predominantly used for rolling and one short paddle.
This is one of the 2 brand new paddles I loaned out for use during the Ukee Greenland Weekend.
Minor scratches but otherwise brand new. It was predominantly used for rolling and one short paddle.
July 17, 2025 at 11:46 PM
15% off - Demo Gearlab Outdoors Kalleq
This is one of the 2 brand new paddles I loaned out for use during the Ukee Greenland Weekend.
Minor scratches but otherwise brand new. It was predominantly used for rolling and one short paddle.
This is one of the 2 brand new paddles I loaned out for use during the Ukee Greenland Weekend.
Minor scratches but otherwise brand new. It was predominantly used for rolling and one short paddle.
Two more Greenland strokes class dates added:
The Greenland Forward Stroke: Efficiency, Technique & Tradition
July 27th in Seattle (Concrete Beach)
August 3rd in Anacortes (Bowman Bay)
And still an opening in my July 19th roll class
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The Greenland Forward Stroke: Efficiency, Technique & Tradition
July 27th in Seattle (Concrete Beach)
August 3rd in Anacortes (Bowman Bay)
And still an opening in my July 19th roll class
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July 9, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Two more Greenland strokes class dates added:
The Greenland Forward Stroke: Efficiency, Technique & Tradition
July 27th in Seattle (Concrete Beach)
August 3rd in Anacortes (Bowman Bay)
And still an opening in my July 19th roll class
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
The Greenland Forward Stroke: Efficiency, Technique & Tradition
July 27th in Seattle (Concrete Beach)
August 3rd in Anacortes (Bowman Bay)
And still an opening in my July 19th roll class
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Most of the time I am carving custom thigh braces and lateral blocks or a Masik for better fit and control of the kayak.
This time is was a bulkhead foot brace in an NDK Romany
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This time is was a bulkhead foot brace in an NDK Romany
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July 7, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Most of the time I am carving custom thigh braces and lateral blocks or a Masik for better fit and control of the kayak.
This time is was a bulkhead foot brace in an NDK Romany
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This time is was a bulkhead foot brace in an NDK Romany
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Foundational roll class scheduled!
Private classes (individual or group) can be scheduled to meet your schedule and a location near you.
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Private classes (individual or group) can be scheduled to meet your schedule and a location near you.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
June 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Foundational roll class scheduled!
Private classes (individual or group) can be scheduled to meet your schedule and a location near you.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Private classes (individual or group) can be scheduled to meet your schedule and a location near you.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
There is still space available!
Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enthusiasts from around the world!
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Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enthusiasts from around the world!
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2025 Ukee Greenland Weekend
Our 4th annual symposium is a special event put on by Manke Kayak. This years special guest is once again Eiichi Ito from Japan! Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enth...
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June 29, 2025 at 2:08 AM
There is still space available!
Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enthusiasts from around the world!
mankekayak.com/products/202...
Come and join International kayak instructors and Greenland paddle enthusiasts from around the world!
mankekayak.com/products/202...
Stoked to be part of the organizing team for this human powered #paddlecraft race again this year.
Registration is now open!
This year the course will challenge paddlers to head out AGAINST the current (roughly a 2.5 knot ebb) before using the current to race back.
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Registration is now open!
This year the course will challenge paddlers to head out AGAINST the current (roughly a 2.5 knot ebb) before using the current to race back.
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The annual Gig Harbor Canoe & Kayak Racing Team - Masters open water human powered craft race through the Tacoma Narrows
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June 25, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Stoked to be part of the organizing team for this human powered #paddlecraft race again this year.
Registration is now open!
This year the course will challenge paddlers to head out AGAINST the current (roughly a 2.5 knot ebb) before using the current to race back.
narrowschallenge.com
Registration is now open!
This year the course will challenge paddlers to head out AGAINST the current (roughly a 2.5 knot ebb) before using the current to race back.
narrowschallenge.com
Rescue in the #Surf
My reason for telling the story is for learning purposes. It was a chance for me to think through what I did and why, and to provide some insights as to my decisions for others to use as part of their training
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My reason for telling the story is for learning purposes. It was a chance for me to think through what I did and why, and to provide some insights as to my decisions for others to use as part of their training
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Rescue in the Surf - Robert Nissenbaum
The rescue was not a demo or part of a class. It wasn't a 'life or death' situation. My reason for telling the story is for learning purposes
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June 23, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Rescue in the #Surf
My reason for telling the story is for learning purposes. It was a chance for me to think through what I did and why, and to provide some insights as to my decisions for others to use as part of their training
rnissenbaum.com/rescue-in-th...
My reason for telling the story is for learning purposes. It was a chance for me to think through what I did and why, and to provide some insights as to my decisions for others to use as part of their training
rnissenbaum.com/rescue-in-th...
A good ride followed by a good roll....the ups and (upside) downs of #surfing a sea kayak
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June 22, 2025 at 3:59 PM
A good ride followed by a good roll....the ups and (upside) downs of #surfing a sea kayak
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More local sea kayak and Greenland paddling classes have been added, but each of these, as well as any I teach, can do offered anywhere. I am available to travel.
Customized, private (individual and group) classes available by request.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Customized, private (individual and group) classes available by request.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Scheduled Sea Kayak & Greenland Paddling Classes
Currently scheduled sea kayaking and Greenland paddling classes based in and around the Seattle and Tacoma, WA area.
rnissenbaum.com
June 16, 2025 at 6:50 PM
More local sea kayak and Greenland paddling classes have been added, but each of these, as well as any I teach, can do offered anywhere. I am available to travel.
Customized, private (individual and group) classes available by request.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
Customized, private (individual and group) classes available by request.
rnissenbaum.com/sea-kayak-cl...
This isn't my best demo of a Greenland stroke - I am casually paddling with another paddler and having a conversation, so this is truly a natural forward stroke.
It does show the canted angle of the blade as well as my 'crunch' and little disturbance to the water on entry and moving through it.
It does show the canted angle of the blade as well as my 'crunch' and little disturbance to the water on entry and moving through it.
May 31, 2025 at 2:33 PM
This isn't my best demo of a Greenland stroke - I am casually paddling with another paddler and having a conversation, so this is truly a natural forward stroke.
It does show the canted angle of the blade as well as my 'crunch' and little disturbance to the water on entry and moving through it.
It does show the canted angle of the blade as well as my 'crunch' and little disturbance to the water on entry and moving through it.
A glimpse of the 2 day Rough Water Greenland Paddling Retreat this past weekend.
It was a pleasure to collaborate with James Manke and Chris Bensch for this event.
We had 11 amazing students and 3 awesome safety paddlers.
Photo credit: Gary Skiff Photography
It was a pleasure to collaborate with James Manke and Chris Bensch for this event.
We had 11 amazing students and 3 awesome safety paddlers.
Photo credit: Gary Skiff Photography
May 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
A glimpse of the 2 day Rough Water Greenland Paddling Retreat this past weekend.
It was a pleasure to collaborate with James Manke and Chris Bensch for this event.
We had 11 amazing students and 3 awesome safety paddlers.
Photo credit: Gary Skiff Photography
It was a pleasure to collaborate with James Manke and Chris Bensch for this event.
We had 11 amazing students and 3 awesome safety paddlers.
Photo credit: Gary Skiff Photography
High brace turn on an approximate 4 knot ebb in Deception Pass a few weeks back.
I'm not relying much on the paddle in the turn. You can see very little of it is in the water. Practicing edge control and using my rotation and legs to drive the kayak around - how it should be done.
📷: Derek Cof
I'm not relying much on the paddle in the turn. You can see very little of it is in the water. Practicing edge control and using my rotation and legs to drive the kayak around - how it should be done.
📷: Derek Cof
May 27, 2025 at 1:32 AM
High brace turn on an approximate 4 knot ebb in Deception Pass a few weeks back.
I'm not relying much on the paddle in the turn. You can see very little of it is in the water. Practicing edge control and using my rotation and legs to drive the kayak around - how it should be done.
📷: Derek Cof
I'm not relying much on the paddle in the turn. You can see very little of it is in the water. Practicing edge control and using my rotation and legs to drive the kayak around - how it should be done.
📷: Derek Cof