The Doctor is a world class, downwind paddling event in Western Australia, organised by Dean Gardiner and Yanda Morison from team Ocean Paddler. Competitors start from the tranquil waters of Rottnest Island and must paddle 27km across the shipping channel and finish at Sorrento beach.

Paddlers spend the morning chilling out under the shade, gathering their thoughts before the big race. It is time to catch up with fellow competitors, and discuss race strategies and for some, it is just about getting into the zone. It is a relaxed and chilled atmosphere on the waters edge. As long as you find some shade.