Thomas' first week at keeners

Coach Rafa Ortiz took this photo at the Lorne Rapids. Try and Find me in it! 

Hello, my name is Thomas. This is my first week as a keener and I loved it. I learned so much even if at first I was a little nervous. Thanks to the help of some amazing coaches. This week we had Stephen Wright, Tino Specht, Clay Wright, Joel Kowalski and Rafa Ortiz.  They are the world's best. I learned my back deck roll and how to surf. I got my first surf ever on push button. But, the thing I am the most happy about is that I have gained a lot of confidence in whitewater which can help me learn new tricks. I hope I have just as good a second week as my first week. I am so grateful to be here with the best coaches in the world.