Contents Overview

1. Introduction

2. Plan-Do-Review Method

3. Uploading & Using OnForm

4. Maximising Analysis Benefits

5. 30 Seconds = 30 Minutes Insight

6. Optimal Submission Frequency

7. Aligning Video Content with Training Goals

8. Introducing New Techniques

9. Competition Footage Reviews

10. Review Library & Storage

11. Reflective Learning Tips

12. Essential 100 Words - 10 Point Checklist

Introduction

Each week I spend around 8–10 hours reviewing video footage—over 400 hours a year. This habit has been key to helping paddlers make breakthroughs. But the impact of these reviews depends on two things: the quality of the video submitted, and how you apply the feedback.

This handout provides a structure for making the most of reviews: a Plan–Do–Review method that builds discipline and drives development.

Plan–Do–Review Method

• Plan what you’re going to film and focus on.

• Do it on the water—record a short video showing your attempts.

• Review the feedback, take notes, and act on it in the next session.

Uploading & Using OnForm

Use the OnForm App for all submissions:

• Upload in high resolution

• Avoid sending videos via WhatsApp or Facebook

• OnForm allows zooming, annotation, side-by-side comparisons, and cloud storage

Maximising Analysis Benefits

• Add a short written note with your video explaining your focus

• Submit 3–5 attempts in a 30–45 sec clip

• Make sure the footage is recent

30 Seconds = 30 Minutes Insight

Reviewing 30 seconds of video can take me 30 minutes or more. Sometimes I re-watch clips over a few days to find the smallest details that matter. Trust that even short clips can yield big insights.

Optimal Submission Frequency

• Every other or every third session is ideal

• Daily reviews are rarely needed unless chasing a breakthrough

• I’ll guide you on what’s right for your training rhythm

Aligning Content with Goals

• Submit videos that match what we’re currently focusing on

• 1% daily improvements beat scattered tips

• Be intentional with what you show

Introducing New Techniques

• It’s fine to share something new—just let me know what you’re aiming for

• Occasional “What do you think of this?” is ok

• But ideally, your videos should reflect current feedback threads

Competition Footage Reviews

• Submit runs every 8–12 sessions or a couple per month

• Even failed runs can be very insightful

• Don’t hold back because the run wasn’t perfect

Review Library & Storage

• I don’t keep videos forever—3 months max

• Save one key clip each month yourself for long-term reference

Reflective Learning Tips

1. Change One Thing at a Time: Like a chemistry experiment, this helps isolate what’s working.

2. Be Specific: Know exactly what you’re trying to improve each session.

3. Try It, Show Me: If unsure, film and send—I’ll guide from there.

4. Success is Staged: Tricks like the Lunar involve multiple layers. Celebrate the stages, not just the trick.

5. Coach’s Voice in Your Head: Rehearse my feedback mentally between sessions.

6. Take Peer Input Lightly: It’s kind they want to help—compare their tips to the plan we’re working on.

Essential 100 Words – 10 Point Checklist

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Related Resources: See RT 1: How We Learn for insights into your learning pathway.

Let’s use this process to create transformation, not just analysis. When used right, video review is a superpower.