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Aquatic Center

Kayaking Level I | Kayaking Level II

Basic Kayaking: Level I

Do you dream of exploring pristine rivers or shooting thrilling rapids? Have you wished to join those kayak-surfers on the waves of Santa Cruz? Our knowledgeable and experienced staff of instructors will introduce you to this lifetime sport in a matter of hours! Learn stroke techniques, launching and landing, nomenclature, self-rescue, water safety, and equipment tuning.

What To Bring

Appropriate for ages 13 and up. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket or fleece, a towel and change of clothes, lots of sun protection, a lanyard to secure their glasses around their heads, a bottle of water, and non-skid/non-marking shoes (tennis shoes, dock shoes, or Teva sandals work great!).

Session Times Price
Kayak: Level I 1 day class
9:00am-12:00pm
$95
Spring 2013
Feb 23
March 16
March 24
March 30
April 14
May 4
May 18
Summer 2013
June 1
June 16
July 6
July 14
August 3
August 18
Fall 2013
September 7
September 22
October 6

Registration

Kayaking Level I | Kayaking Level II

Advanced Kayaking: Level II

Step into the world of enclosed sea kayaks! You will review your basic strokes and rescues as well as learn more advanced control techniques such as ruddering, bracing, and edging. The skills you learn will prepare you for exploring the open ocean as you will have better control of your kayak and paddling technique. Build your skills and confidence level to move onto rolling!

What To Bring

Appropriate for ages 13 and up. Students should bring comfortable clothes, a jacket or fleece, a towel and change of clothes, lots of sun protection, a lanyard to secure their glasses around their heads, a bottle of water, and non-skid/non-marking shoes (tennis shoes, dock shoes, or Teva sandals work great!).

Session Times Price
Kayak: Level II 1 day class
12:30pm-4:30pm
$125
Spring 2013
April 13
May 4
May 12
Summer 2013
June 1
June 16
July 6
July 14
August 3
August 18
Fall 2013
September 7
September 22
October 6

Registration

Kayak Polo Club and Lessons

Inquire at Boathouse for schedule of games and for arranging private lessons.

 


Private lessons available.