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Beginner Kayaking

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Kayaking Classes, Kayaking Instruction and Kayaking Lessons

We’ll provide the gear, you provide the swimsuit and towel for our river, sea and flatwater kayak lessons.

Come play with our certified and personable instructors as you learn the basics of whitewater kayaking. All kids love boats and whitewater kayaking is perfect for kids of all ages from ten to seventy. Our lakes or pools offer a controlled and relaxing environment for your introduction to this rejuvenating water sport. Follow this up with a trip down moving water and small rapids and you are sure to wear a smile.

Featured Beginner Kayaking

Lesson 1 Introduction to Kayaking Lesson 1 Introduction to Kayaking
If you have never been in a kayak but have always wanted to try it, this course is for you. One of our most popular courses, this full-day class includes all “The Must Know Basics” and introduces you to the Eskimo roll. more

Lesson 2 Fundamentals of Kayaking Lesson 2 Fundamentals of Kayaking
If you have learned the flat water basics it’s time to begin your adventure on moving water. During this one day class you will learn the basics needed to enjoy yourself as you paddle down a river. more

Lesson 3 River Kayaking Lesson 3 River Kayaking
Lock it in. This course is intended to take what youlearned the first day on the river and solidify it. more

Lesson 4 Whitewater Kayaking Lesson 4 Whitewater Kayaking
For the excited and adventurous paddler, it's time to push your ability to the next level, and hone your skills to do it safely. We start by practicing harder moves and working to perfect your skills as well as go into greater depth of technique and theory. more

Lesson 5 Whitewater Kayaking Adventure Lesson 5 Whitewater Kayaking Adventure
For the committed paddler, we're going to take you all the way. This is where it all comes together, water, skills and safety. The river trip will be run by the students while a highly qualified instructor facilitates good decision making skills. more

Lessons 1-5 Whitewater Kayaking Adventure Series Lessons 1-5 Whitewater Kayaking Adventure Series
The ultimate in learning to kayak whitewater, in this series you will go from zero to hero. This five day intensive course includes all of our beginner classes from basics to paddling class III rivers. more

Lessons 1-3 Beginner River Kayaking Series Lessons 1-3 Beginner River Kayaking Series
This 3 day series is a great way to get started kayaking on rivers. By the time you are finished you will know what it is to have fun kayaking down a river. more

Lessons 1-2 Introduction to Kayaking Series Lessons 1-2 Introduction to Kayaking Series
If you have a weekend and want to learn how to river kayak this is the course for you. The 2 Day Beginner River Kayaking Series starts in the lake where you will learn all the basics needed to kayak safely. more

Lessons 2-3 River Kayaking Package on the Colorado River Lessons 2-3 River Kayaking Package on the Colorado River
Never been on whitewater before or maybe you simply want to polish up and review your technique? Then this is the class for YOU! more

Lesson 4-5 Whitewater Kayaking Package Lesson 4-5 Whitewater Kayaking Package
Take your paddling to the next level. We will take you from a beginner to an intermediate kayaker. On the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers you will face bigger water. more

Ducky Trip (Inflatable Kayak) Ducky Trip (Inflatable Kayak)
If you are excited to learn paddling but hesitant to jump in a hard-shell plastic kayak then duckies are for you. These inflatable beauties are stable, maneuverable and fun to paddle. more

Private Course Rates Private Course Rates
Private courses can be arranged for individuals or groups. more


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