Kayaking Quick Start 1

Looking to get your feet wet and see if kayaking is for you? Our half-day Kayaking Quick Start 1 course is a great introduction to kayaking basics and essentials for a safe day on the water.  We'll cover a variety of skills including boat entry and exit, basic paddling strokes, on-water safety and how to launch your kayak.

Quick Start 1 can be taken in any type of kayak (sit-on-top, mid-size, recreational, or full-size) and is a great way to try a boat out on the water with some instruction before making a kayak purchase. No experience is necessary, just an open mind and a smile! If you're looking to learn a bit more than can be covered in a half-day, we recommend our full-day Oceanplay 1 course.

Includes: Equipment & Instruction
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $55

Kayaking Quick Start 1 for Women

Quick Start 1 for Women covers the same material as Quick Start 1 but is taught by and for women.

Includes: Equipment & Instruction
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $55

Kayaking Quick Start 2

Building on the skills learned in Quick Start 1, Quick Start 2 covers more advanced techniques, paddle strokes and basic rescue techniques.  After a basic review of the material covered in Quick Start 1, topics covered include edging, bow and stern rudders, low brace turns, draw strokes, T and paddle float rescues. Like Quick Start 1, Quick Start 2 can be taken in and is applicable to paddling in any type of kayak.

Includes: Equipment & Instruction
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $55