Contact Information

To learn about opportunities to train with Darek Oborski, please email him at the following address:

Want to know more or still have questions? Then please review the below FAQ's.

Q: What level of paddler can benefit from working with Darek?

A: Darek coaches paddlers of all abilities from the beginner to the seasoned racer seeking to shave seconds off their time. Whether you need help building a solid paddling base, need guidance on moving to the next level, or have reached a plateau and need that push to get over it, Darek can help. He gets to know each of his paddlers and offers a highly personalized level of coaching while making it fun.

Q: Where are the lessons Darek provides?

A: Darek’s home base is the Washington Canoe Club on the Potomac River in Washington, DC. This section of river is ideal for developing paddlers.

Q: How much to classes cost?

A: Private instruction is $50 per hour. Contact us if you are interested in multiple classes or joining an existing training group.

Q: I need a kayak coach but I don’t live in DC area. What do I do?

A: Darek writes training programs for elite level paddlers regardless of location. Programs are sent weekly and incorporate intervals, endurance pieces, weights, and cross training. Athletes who follow the program diligently achieve the best results.

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