Certification Course

Basic Kayak introduces the novice to paddling a kayak in calm sheltered water.

Rescue techniques at this level incorporate the use of a paddling partner and it is essential for all Basic Kayak certified paddlers to travel on the water with others who have been trained in the techniques of assisted rescues.

 

Prerequisites:        None

Course length:       8 hours minimum.

Class ratio:             1 Instructor: 6 Participants

Location:                Enclosed and sheltered with easy landing options immediately present.  This course can be conducted in a pool.

Conditions:            Wind calm (< 8 knots). Sea state calm to rippled.

 

 

What you may expect to learn from this Course:

 

Rescue skills

 

Wet Exit

Retrieving a swamped kayak

Assisted Rescue

Rafting

 

Paddling skills

 

Lifting and carrying a kayak

Forward and reverse paddling

Forward and reverse sweep strokes

Draw stroke

Low brace

 

Knowledge

 

Boat design

Boat outfitting

Clothing

Safety Equipment

Paddles

Injury prevention

Equipment care

Kayaking resources