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Sea Kayaking  Beginner

Introduction to Sea Kayaking Lesson Day 1

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Begin your kayak skills development at a comfortable pace with lots of time on the water for practice.

 Duration

1 day

 Price

$185  +HST

 Course Includes

  • Solo kayak
  • Kayak skirt & paddle
  • Lifejacket
  • Safety equipment

This a wonderful opportunity to begin your kayak skills development at a comfortable pace with more time on the water for practice than our evening lessons. Even if you have never been in a kayak before, this one-day course will start at the beginning and give you a solid foundation of paddling and safety skills, knowledge and confidence to go out with others.

To see Minimum Age for this course and our Cancelation Policy, scroll down to The Fine Print.

 What You Will Learn

  • Lifting and carrying a kayak
  • Forward and reverse paddling
  • Forward and reverse sweep strokes
  • Draw stroke
  • Low brace
  • Edging
  • Boat design & outfitting
  • Clothing & safety equipment

 Course Dates and Times

Saturday June 1, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Saturday June 15, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 am

Sunday June 30, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Saturday July 6, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sunday July 14, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Saturday July 20, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sunday July 28, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Saturday August 3, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sunday August 11, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sunday August 18, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sunday August 25, 2024
 9:30 am to 4:30 pm

 Course Prerequisites

  • Interest in learning how to safely paddle a kayak and go faster than your friends!

 What to Bring

  • Bagged lunch/Snacks if participating in a full day excursion
  • Water/sports drink
  • Active clothing you don't mind getting wet
  • Secure footwear you don't mind getting wet
  • Extra layers in case it cools off during the day
  • A change of clothes and shoes
  • Sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses with floater string
  • A rain jacket/pants (optional)

 Course Location

Harbourfront Canoe and Kayak Centre

This course starts at our mainland office at 283 Queen's Quay West. Get driving directions.

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 The Fine Print

Minimum Age

13 years of age accompanied by an adult or 16 years of age without.

Our Cancelation Policy

To receive a full refund or to switch to another date, we require 7 days notice by email (ask@paddletoronto.com) prior to the start of your program. Exceptions at our discretion. No refunds or reschedules will be given for no shows.

We reserve the right to cancel any program with less than 24 hours notice due to changing weather conditions such as strong winds or thunderstorms. Please check your email for cancellation notices before leaving for your program. In this case, we will try to re-schedule to another date or offer a full refund. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but your safety and well-being is our top priority.