Paddling Instruction | Sea Kayak, Whitewater, Canoe, Surf
Sea Kayaking Classes & Kayak lessons: ACA & BCU Certified Sea Kayaking courses and instructors in Washington, San Juan Islands and Anacortes. We specialize in coaching the kayak skills that you are interested in learning and at your pace. Instruction will make your recreational kayaking adventure safe with less effort. If performance kayaking is your goal we can focus on long-term paddler development. No matter what the goals we can help at any levels - Youth kayak programs, recreational paddling & kayaking, performance kayaking, Assessments, Professional Development. Call Us and we can help "Guide Your Learning"
| PRIVATE TUTORING & COACHING | sea kayak + river + surf + canoe (More Information) |
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• Personal kayak training and coaching
• We supply all the gear and kayak.
• Venues are varied to meet your goals.
• You choose any combination of the total time.
This course is 8-hours of private instruction and coaching on dates/times that we will schedule together after discussing your paddling goals and expectations!
If have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
If you have taken a class with us and would like to join one of our tours in a single kayak we can do that for $49 (this is with a discount applied).
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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SKS-PRIVATE |
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$180.00/USD |
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Over 18 |
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ALL |
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| FAMILY INTRODUCTION COURSE | family oriented kayaking & canoeing adventure (More Information) |
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• Flexible for family schedules
• We supply all the gear and kayak.
• We will cover safety in tandems and single kayaks
• Introduction price for a family of 4 (canoes or kayaks)
This course is two half-days of instruction and kayak touring. We want families to enjoy paddling together and understand how to keep each other safe.
If have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
If you have taken a class with us and would like to join one of our tours in a single kayak we can do that for $49 (this is with a discount applied).
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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SKS - FAMILY |
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$359.00/USD |
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ALL |
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ALL |
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| SEA KAYAK SAFETY COURSE | san juan islands & anacortes (More Information) |
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• Includes all technical paddling gear and sea kayaks.
• GoreTex Drysuits and neoprene booties at no extra charge!
• We will credit your first lesson towards a kayak purchase*.
• Call to arrange customized or private dates/times.
Introduces the Safety, Knowledge, and Skills necessary for individuals to paddle in protected waterways (inland sloughs, small estuaries, and protected harbors).
Students that have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
If you have taken a class with us and would like to join one of our tours in a single kayak we can do that for $49 (this is with a discount applied).
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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SKS I |
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$135.00/USD |
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ALL |
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NOVICE |
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| SEA KAYAK SKILLS seaMESTER | dedicated long-term paddling development (More Information) |
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• Long term paddler development
• We supply all the gear and kayak.
• We meet twice a week
• Discounts on gear purchases
In our quest to develop new and original ideas to help individuals learn and develop solid kayaking skills we are introducing "Sea Kayak Skills Seamester " this season.
This coaching and training will be spread over a "seamester" allowing time to cover various skill sets in order to develop proficiency. It will end with a "final exam".
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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SKS - SEA |
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$399.00/USD |
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ALL |
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ALL |
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| STROKES & MANUEVERING SEMINAR | kayaks + canoes + doubles + singles + any boat (More Information) |
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We will practice and understand:
• Differences and uses of static and dynamic strokes
• Directional control while moving or underway
• Learn ways to make effective strokes more efficient
• Improve paddle dexterity and awareness for linking strokes
This seminar is focused coaching on both static strokes and manuevers or dynamic strokes and manuevering it is a great way to fine tune your skills for assessments and personal performance awards through the American Canoe Association and British Canoe Union, or to simply master important paddling skills.
If have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
If you have taken a class with us and would like to join one of our tours in a single kayak we can do that for $49 (this is with a discount applied).
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
Visit our blog!
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GYLS S&M |
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$69.00/USD |
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ALL |
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ALL |
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| RESCUES & RE-ENTRIES SEMINAR | canoes + kayaks + singles + doubles + sit-on-tops (More Information) |
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This seminar is focused coaching on practical deep water rescues/re-entry skills and an introduction to towing skills.
We will focus on and develop:
• Safe, pratical, and speedy rescue techniques
• Learn variations and methods that are not in the books
• Improve confidence and control in varied conditions
• Introduce various tow systems.
This seminar is a great way to fine tune your skills for assessments and personal performance awards through the American Canoe Association and British Canoe Union, or to simply master important paddling skills.
If have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
If you have taken a class with us and would like to join one of our tours in a single kayak we can do that for $49 (this is with a discount applied).
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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GYLS - R&R |
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$69.00/USD |
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ALL |
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| BRITISH CANOE UNION PERFORMANCE AWARDS (SEA, INLAND, SURF, & OPEN CANOE) (More Information) |
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The new Star Award scheme provides the support and encouragement paddlers need to get out and go paddling. The initial awards are generic, encouraging paddlers to experience the various disciplines of Paddlesport availalbe, with paddlers 'specialising' at the Three Star Award.
The emphasis of these initial awards is to develop personal skills and gain independence; the Four Star and Five Star awards are leadership awards and enable paddlers to lead groups in appropriate conditions.
The Star Award Scheme best suits paddlers aged 16 and over.
If you are interested in developing the skills to pass the British Canoe Union Performance Awards, please inquire about the following training courses:
• Static Strokes & Manuevers
• Dynamic Strokes & Manuervering
• Pratical Deep Water Rescues & Towing Intro
• Support & Recovery Strokes
• Risk Management & Leadership
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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TBD |
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TBD |
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TBD |
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ALL |
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| YOUNG PADDLER PROGRAM | youth kayak camps in washington (More Information) |
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• Internationally recognized, long term paddler development.
• Logical progression through safety, knowledge and skills.
• Performance equipment that fits younger paddlers.
• Multiple levels and more dates to choose from.
We are excited to offer our young paddlers program for the 4th season.
We have switched to the PADDLEPOWER scheme; an internationally recognized program (developed by the BCU) that aims to encourage more young people to come into and stay in the sport by providing a range of opportunities from across paddsport.
If have taken a class within 6 months will receive a 15% discount on gear and equipment, if you are currently enrolled in a class and need to purchase gear before that class we will give you a 15% discount.
The following dates are START dates. The programs are 3-hour sessions for 4 consecutive days; each session is an independent session and a different level. Please stay tuned for the PDF document or call with questions.
Call toll free 866-445-7506 with questions or Email Us!
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YPP |
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$149.00/USD |
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10-16 |
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NOVICE |
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