Please note a wetsuit (or drysuit) is mandatory for all kayak lessons, all season long. If you do not have one, you can purchase one from the Club here.
We also recommend that you wear adequate footwear (neoprene booties are great) that you don't mind getting soaked. This not only keeps your feet warm, but it also makes it more comfortable to walk to/from the water and minimizes risks of injury from stepping on sharp objects (including broken shells and shore rocks). Gloves can also help. Beginner Lessons ($50)Prerequisites: None This introduction to kayaking is meant for first timers or inexperienced paddlers. No previous experience is required! The lessons consist of dry land instruction prior to the on-water component and will teach you how to kayak safely, have lots of fun on the water and gain a better understanding of kayaking as a sport. Theory
Paddling skills
Rescue and safety skills
Paddlers will gain experience in both single and double kayaks depending on group size. This pretty much covers the basic paddling of Paddle Canada Basic Kayak, even if no proper certification is delivered. Intermediate Lessons ($50)Prerequisites: At least 1 season of kayaking after the beginner course or a significant amount of time paddling after the beginner course (around 20 hours)
If you would like to improve your technique or learn specific skills, we can set up some more advanced courses. Just motivate other members to form a group so we can organize it! It is for instance possible to go in a pool, or in front of Jericho during the summer to practice the Eskimo roll on the plastic kayaks. Theory
Paddling skills
Rescue and safety skills
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