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Paddle Board Challenge at Garza Blanca Preserve

Stand Up Paddle Race in Puerto Vallarta Hosted by Garza Blanca Preserve and Vallarta SUP & Surf.

Sunny skies, salty surf and the thrill of competition is coming to Puerto Vallarta this November 16 and 17, with SUP races open to everyone 12 years of age and older. Paddle boarding is a gentle way to explore the local coastline and take in the mountain views of the city, but not this time. Be ready for adventure, speed and determination to compete in your choice of three different races, the Technical Race, the Relay Race or the Garza Blanca Challenge!

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
November 16 - 17, 2019
8 AM - 2 PM

ENTRIES ARE CLOSED.

Stand up Paddle Race in Puerto Vallarta

The Itinerary

On Saturday, November 16, begins a day of preparation to get your muscles ready and brush up on your board skills. Garza Blanca is offering a yoga class from 8 to 10 am to get your body in top form for the upcoming races! This is followed by a paddleboard clinic from 10 to 1 to hone your technique and connect with your board on what may be unfamiliar waters for some. Or you can just have fun!

The races begin at 8 am on November 17th! The Technical Race is from 8 am to 10 am, followed by the Relay Race from 10 to Noon and last the Garza Blanca Challenge from Noon to 2.

The races

Technical Race

Relay Race

Garza Blanca Challenge

Winners and Awards

The Garza Blanca Challenge

Open category 13-39 years

1st. place: $5,000 MXN
Trophy & medal
Quiksilver cap & wallet

2nd. place: $2,500 MXN
Medal & Quiksilver callet .

3rd. place: $1,000 MXN
Medal & Quiksilver cap.

The Technical Race First race
The Relay Race Second race
The Garza Blanca Challenge Third race

Men

Places	Junior8-12 years	Open13-39 years	Master40+ years
1st.	Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet	Spa / a relaxing massages for 1 couple at Spa Imagine (30 mins.) Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet	Romantic sunset toast certificate (on a boat / 1 couple) Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet
2nd.	Quiksilver wallet & medal	Quiksilver wallet & medal	Trophy & medal
3rd.	Quiksilver cap & medal	Quiksilver cap & medal	Quiksilver cap & medal

Women

Places	Junior8-12 years	Open13-39 years	Master40+ years
1st.	Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap	Spa / a relaxing massages for 1 couple at Spa Imagine (30 mins.) Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap	Romantic sunset toast certificate (on a boat / 1 couple) Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap
2nd.	Roxy purse & medal	Roxy purse & medal	Roxy purse & medal
3rd.	Roxy purse & medal	Roxy purse & medal	Roxy purse & medal

Mixed team

Places	Mixed team (4 competitors: 2 men, 1 woman and 1 kid)
1st.	Trophy & medal (for each team member) Quiksilver cap Quiksilver wallet (Only for men) Roxy purse (Only for women)
2nd.	Medal for each team member
3rd.	Medal for each team member

Men

Places	Junior 8-12 years	Open 13-39 years	Master 40+ years
1st.	Boutique certificate $1,000 MXN Boutique GB Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet	$5,000 MXN Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet	1 night stay at Garza Blanca Puerto Vallarta (EP plan for 2 pax) Trophy & medal Quiksilver cap & wallet
2nd.	Quiksilver wallet & medal	$2,500 MXN Quiksilver wallet	Quiksilver wallet & medal
3rd.	Quiksilver cap & medal	$1,000 MXN Quiksilver cap	Quiksilver cap & medal

Women

Places	Junior 8-12 years	Open 13-39 years	Master 40+ years
1st.	Boutique certificate $1,000 MXN Boutique GB Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap	$5,000 MXN Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap	1 night stay at Garza Blanca Puerto Vallarta (EP plan for 2 pax) Trophy & medal Roxy purse & Quiksilver cap
2nd.	Roxy purse & medal	$2,500 MXN Roxy purse	Roxy purse & medal
3rd.	Roxy purse & medal	$1,000 MXN Roxy purse	Roxy purse & medal

ENTRIES ARE CLOSED.

Special Guests

Terms & Conditions

Please note that paddle boards are for hotel guests only. Local participants should bring their own board and paddle. Limited availability to 100 competitors.

Activities Program

NOVEMBER 16

8 - 10 AM
Yoga Class

10 AM - 1 PM
Paddleboard Clinic

NOVEMBER 17

8 - 10 AM
Technical Race

10 AM - 12 PM
Relay Race

12 PM - 2 PM
Garza Blanca Challenge

2:30 PM
Award Ceremony

Félix García Ramos

Vallarta Sup & Surf

Place of birth: Puerto Vallarta, Jal.

Age: 33 years

I began the profession of PaddleBoarding in 2010 with the company "Pacific Paddle" located in Bucerías Nay.

After working 5 years I decided to open my own business, and "Vallarta Sup & Surf" was born. I have been working in this business for the last 3 years, and I have had a lot of opportunity for growth and knowledge for future projects.

I found my passion for surfing when I was 12 years old, and I am still enjoying the waves.

Facebook: @supvallarta
paddleboardvallarta@outlook.com
322 103 0590

Kaori Cristina

Yoga Teacher

Kaori Cristina began her yoga practice in 2010. At the beginning the yoga practice had a physical aim, and afterwards it discovered the mental and emotional benefits. Yoga has become a healthier and happier lifestyle, because of these changes, it plans to complete its yoga training in 2015.

Kaori had the pleasure to study with Davanna Yoga in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and received her 200 RYT certificate, being registered as a yoga teacher by Yoga Alliance. In the summer of 2016, Kaori pursues her SUP yoga certification with BIG Power yoga de Houston, Texas.

In 2017, Kaori moves to Puerto Vallarta to focus on her career as a yoga teacher. With almost 10 years of experience in yoga, Kaori includes Yin, Hatha, and Vinyasa in her classes. In her free time, Kaori enjoys water sports like diving and to go rowing on the SUP boards. She also has a love for cooking and tries to share her knowledge on how to have a fresher and healthier diet.

Paddle Board Challenge at Garza Blanca Preserve