OZONE FLORIDA
Dedicated to offering the best paddling products available, supporting adventures on the water and making memories, friends and Ohana in Florida.
Welcome to Florida, where we are surrounded by ocean to the West, East, and South. Paddling is an activity that connects us to the water and our community, and a perfect environment to paddle here in Florida, with access to beautiful waters and a warm year-round climate.
When Jean Raas first started out, Outrigger Canoe was practically unheard of, however, he quickly realized the potential and teamed up with Ozone to expose the sport to a wider audience and establish Outrigger Canoe paddling in Florida. Over the last decade, we have seen more and more people take to paddling, with events like the Clearwater Beach Classic and Nish Paddle Fest, Florida is not only growing at the grassroots, but we are becoming a destination for paddlers looking to experience paddling in the beauty of Florida.
Our vision is to support the growth of the sport in Florida and enrich the experience. We seek to accomplish this vision through involvement with canoe clubs, coaching, event organization, athlete education and access to the best quality outrigger canoes, OC1, OC2, OC6, Surfski Kayak, Paddles, Accessories and more.
Contact us to learn about how we can help you learn more about paddling, or if you would like to demo a canoe for yourself or your canoe club. We have representation on both the West & East coasts of Florida and available via phone or email. Use our consultation form to inquire about products, or contact us for general inquiry.
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Jean Raas
Ozone Florida
Growing up on the coastline waters in various countries which include, South Africa, France, and various states up and down the East Coast of the USA. Jean’s time was spent on the water as an avid wakeboarder and also a member of the US Sailing Team for the 2000 Sydney Olympic trials.
Since his younger days on the Olympic tour taking part in events all over the world, he has been an ambassador within the growth of outrigger canoe paddling in the state of Florida since 2004.
Jean shares his passion of paddling as being the coach for the Kai Aniani Canoe Club in Clearwater Florida and running Ozone Florida. His passion for the water continues to be passed down through his family, friends, paddlers, and customers.
Brianne Raas
Ozone Florida
I grew up on the Lakes of Ohio and spent a lot of time on the water skiing and boating with family. I’ll never forget the first time I headed out on an OC-4 in Maui where we had perfect conditions to jump on some waves and enjoy the rides into the beach. At that moment, I quickly understood the connection Jean had with paddling and I never turned back. When I returned back to Florida after an amazing trip to Hawaii, I became a member of the Kai Aniani Canoe Club and have enjoyed learning more about paddling each time I head out on the water.
The water is my happy place and paddling is one of our favorite family sports. Seeing our oldest son paddle and now racing is such a joy and I can’t wait to see our younger son take on paddling soon. I cherish the friendships I have made along the way and I have met some incredible people through the years of working with Ozone Florida. Looking forward to many more!
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