Lee Phillips

Position Sea Kayak Guide (SKGABC) and Paddle Canada Kayak Instructor (Bilingual English/French). General Manager of Operations

Hometown Coquitlam, BC

Hobbies and Interests Paddling, Adventure motorbiking, biking, being a philosopher king, and playing in dynamic water

Favorite Paddling Trip Johnstone Strait paddling with Orcas and the many days playing in Tidal flows and surfing Jordan River

Lee has a passion for teaching and loves to see the “Aha! Moment”. Lee’s approach to coaching paddle sports addresses not only the physical movements and techniques, but the mental game as well. He takes great pride in addressing the diverse learning styles of all his clients. A true West Coast guy, Lee has been paddling the dynamic waters of Vancouver Island for over 20 years.

Lee is an instructor and guide for Ocean River Sports. He is a certified Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor and a SKGABC Level 2 guide. Lee is also an Ambassador for Current Designs Kayaks and Nimbus Paddles.

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About Ocean River

Located in Victoria, British Columbia on beautiful Vancouver Island, Ocean River is one of the premier speciality kayak and adventure companies in North America. Brian Henry, the founder & current owner, has been running Ocean River since 1981, and Ocean River continues to be recognised as one of the most significant outdoor/paddlesports instructional & tours provider in North America.

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