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Part 2: Learn to Sea Kayak (3 hrs) (Campbell River) - $50
Emphasis is placed on getting on the water and learning the basis strokes. We will focus on teaching you an efficient forward stroke as well as basic steering strokes. By the end of this session you should have a good sense of what kayaking is all about. Basic skills and knowledge taught include:

Paddling Skills
-lifting and carrying a kayak
-entering and exiting a kayak safely and securely
-forward and reverse paddling
-forward and reverse sweep strokes
-stopping


Knowledge
-kayak components
-safety equipment
-clothing
-injury prevention



Location: Campbell River - Tyee Spit, Stories Beach or McIvor Lake, depending on the weather
Dates: April 13 10 am-1 pm
May 24 10 am-1 pm
June 8 10 am-1 pm
June 21 10 am-1 pm
July 6 10 am-1 pm
July 20 10 am-1 pm
August 3 10 am-1 pm
August 16 10 am-1 pm
August 30 10 am-1 pm
Sept 7 10 am-1 pm
Sept 21 10 am-1 pm
What to bring: Suitable clothing for the weather, water, snack, sunglasses, suntan lotion, hat and shoes that can get wet ie water sandals, neoprene booties, rubber boots or old running shoes & a smile.

Part 1: Re-entry Session (Campbell River) - $50.00
For your own peace of mind and safety, it is vitally important that you learn to get out of your boat in a capsize situation and then how to get back into your kayak quickly and efficiently. We have developed a new technique for reentry that is easy to learn and not as reliant on upper body strength of most standard techniques being taught elsewhere. Emphasis is placed on the assisted rescue incorporating the use of a paddling partner, although there is usually time to teach the self reentry as well.

Rescue skills taught include:
-controlled wet exit
-assisted reentry and T-rescue
-rafting
-self reentry
-an introduction to the Eskimo bow rescue

This session can be either an excellent refresher for those who have previously taken a pool course/have paddling experience or the first step towards a Paddle Canada Flatwater certificate.

Maximum class size 6. Be there a bit early to get orientated, changed & geared up.

Location: Strathcona Gardens, Centenial pool or MacGyver Lake.
Dates: June 10 7-9 pm
June 19 7-9 pm
June 24 7-9 pm
July 5 10-12 am
July 13 10-12 am
July 19 10-12 am
Aug 2 10-12 am
Aug 10 10-12 am
Aug 24 10-12 am

To book a private lesson, call 1-888-545-5595.
What to bring: Swimming gear.
(Optional: wetsuit if prone to getting cold, goggles / mask.)

Part 3: More Paddling skills (Campbell River) 3 hrs - $50.00
This course can stand alone or act as the third step toward the Paddle Canada Flatwater certification.

Emphasis continues to be placed on developing an efficient forward stroke, more maneuvering strokes and an introduction to edging and bracing. By the end of this session you will be ready to undertake an outing in sheltered waters and calm conditions with a paddling partner who has been trained in the techniques of assisted rescues. You will also have the basis knowledge to make an informed choice if you intend to purchase kayaking equipment. Basic skills and knowledge taught include:

Paddling Skills
-forward and reverse paddling and sweep strokes
-draw strokes
-introductory low bracing
-introductory edging

Knowledge
-boat design
-boat outfitting
-paddles
-equipment care
-kayaking resources

If you have successfully completed parts 1,2 and 3, you will be awarded a Paddle Canada certificate and badge.

Location: McIvor Lake
Time: 3 hours
Dates: April 13 2-5 pm
May 24 2-5 pm
June 8 2-5 pm
June 21 2-5 pm
July 6 2-5 pm
July 20 2-5 pm
August 3 2-5 pm
August 16 2-5 pm
August 30 2-5 pm
Sept 7 2-5 pm
Sept 21 2-5 pm

To book a private lesson, call 1-888-545-5595.
What to bring: Suitable clothing for the weather, water, snack, sunglasses, suntan lotion, hat and shoes that can get wet ie water sandals, neoprene booties, rubber boots or old running shoes & a smile.