The purpose for this training is to provide education and guidance, specific for the recreational kayaker. Intended for those new to kayaking, and who have recently purchased a recreational kayak. Topics addressed will consist of basic paddling skills, safety, and understanding your vessel’s abilities and limitations.  Participants should provide their own rec yak, paddle, and PFD. If requested, a PFD and paddle will be provided to you. This 3-hour long class will be split between land and water instruction. Location will be announced prior to event, will either be located on a quiet lake, or beginner friendly river (depending on water conditions).

On-land Discussions:

• Understanding what is a recreational kayak. (Design features, construction, abilities and limitations).

• Choosing a paddle for your kayak.

• Selecting the proper life-vest.

• How to plan your paddle adventure. Paddling with others.

• Methods to transport your kayak – on the road and manually.

• Proper body position and how to hold a paddle.

On water training:

• How water effects your kayak, getting a feel for the paddle environment.

• Ways to enter and exit your kayak from land/water.

• How do I steer this thing, and not run into others?

• How tippy is your yak?

• What happens when I fall out, and how do I get back in?

• My kayak is full of water, what now?

• Is there a hazard around the river bend?

Helpful reference topics:

• Ways to keep things dry and safe.

• What clothing is a better option to wear.

• What is a shuttle – do I need one?

Cost for this 3 hour class $65 /per person

Minimum 2 people per session

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