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Kayaking 101: Introduction to Sea Kayaking |
Kayaking 102: Capsize Recovery and Advanced Paddling Strokes
Kayaking 103: Full Day Introductory Sea Kayak Skills Session
Kayaking 104: Intro to Sea Kayak Touring
Come learn or develop your kayaking skills with our qualified, experienced instructors. We offer a combination of introductory and advanced kayaking courses for those seeking to discover the pleasures of paddling in a safe, fun and relaxed environment.
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Discover the pleasures of paddling in a safe, fun and relaxed environment
This class is designed to introduce beginners to the joys of sea kayaking, while developing the skills to paddle confidently and efficiently. No previous experience is necessary.
Sunshine Kayaking places a strong emphasis on developing efficiency in the basic strokes, in order to assure minimum stress and maximum endurance while paddling. Each stroke is first dissected by the instructor, demonstrated, then practiced by the student. Once on the water the techniques are closely scrutinized laying the groundwork for developing a strong paddler with endurance. On completion of this class the paddler will qualify to paddle shorelines and protected waters.
Instruction includes:
- Discussion of kayak design and materials
- Fitting oneself to the kayak
- Controlling the kayak using the basic strokes
- Efficiency as a paddler
- Entering and exiting the kayak from a dock or a beach
- When and how to introduce the rudder system
- A short tour
Duration: 3 hours Cost: $65
Private Lessons Available by Request
Prices include guide / instructor , kayak and all required safety and paddling equipment.
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Learn the skills and develop the confidence to launch into SAFE open water crossings!
This class introduces paddlers to the wet exit, and teaches them how to safely and efficiently re-enter the kayak through self and assisted rescues, in the event of a capsize. An essential for all kayakers!
Learn how to:
- Quickly and efficiently respond in the event of a capsize
- Properly perform a self-rescue
- Confidently perform an assisted rescue
- Perform a variety of rescues in differing ocean conditions
- Develop and apply advanced paddling strokes and braces
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: $65 ea.
Private lesson available by request
Prices include guide / instructor , kayak and all required safety and paddling equipment.
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Kayaking 103: Full Day Introductory Sea Kayak Skills Session
Combine all the element of our kayaking 101 & 102 lessons into a full day of on water learning.
Duration: 7 hours Cost: $120 ea.
What to bring: comfy old clothes and sneakers that can get wet, towel, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, water bottle and snack. Be sure to bring clothing to suit the weather.
Ask about combining the classes!
Pre-Registration required for all classes
(604)886-9760
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