Key Sea Kayaking Skills

Duration

4 Hours

About

This class is for paddlers who want to build a solid foundation of skills so they can move from flat water paddling to tidal environments with light current. We teach this class at a local lake so people can start developing their skills in a less dynamic setting. This class is also great for those who need a safety refresh.
Bring your own kayak or rent a kayak and all necessary gear for $50 for the class. Wet suit or dry suit and other personal accessories are required, but not included in the rental (let us know if you need help sourcing any gear).
This class is a prerequisite for our Sea Kayaking II and III classes.

Topics Covered:

• Full outfitting
• Launching and landing
• Wet exits
• Self-rescue with paddle float
• Assisted rescue/how to help another paddler re-enter
• Efficient Forward Stroke

What to know:

• Although this class teaches key skills, it does not imply any certification or infers any skill qualification
• You will get wet, so please take our clothing suggestions seriously.
• Kayak Rental Includes: a kayak, paddle, life jacket and safety gear (paddle float and bilge pump)
• For those using their own kayak and gear, be sure to also bring a life jacket, paddle and any other safety gear you may have.

What to bring:

• Wear a drysuit, a wetsuit, or multiple layers of wool and/or synthetic, quick drying clothes
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• A change of warm, dry clothes
• Water
• Thermos with a hot drink
• If you wear glasses, have some way to secure them to your face

Group Policy:

We need a minimum of 3 students to run a class and is subject to canceling, rescheduling, or upgrading to a private.
Group Policy:
We need a minimum of three students to run a class, which is subject to canceling, rescheduling or upgrading to a private session.

Topics Covered: see above
Prerequisite: Intro To Kayaking
Supplementary Class: Weather, Tides, and Currents and Sea Kayaking II