Recreational Sea Kayak Course - 3 hour

The Recreational Sea Kayak Course gives you the fundamental skills to paddle safely and efficiently in enclosed waters with others. It covers a range of topics: interpret weather conditions, dress appropriately for the range of conditions and understand the advantages and limitations of your kayak. Join us for expert tuition in small groups with a ratio 1 instructor 6 participants. This course was developed for transport safety Victoria Under the guidelines of Canoeing Australia to promote safe and enjoyable kayaking.

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The Recreational Sea Kayak Course is:

• a 3 hour intensive session

• followed by 1 hour complimentary kayak hire – taken within 6 months

• held at our Training Centre 37 Jetty Rd Sandringham. We are situated on the beach and accessible by public transport

• an ideal introduction to sea kayaking before you head off on your Antarctic cruise.

• also available as private tuition or 1:1 by appointment during the week or weekends at additional cost

THE PROGRAM

The Program covers

• How to interpret weather conditions

• Kayak clothing and personal protection equipment (PPE)

• Kayak design and which one suits you and your kayaking needs

• Basic kayak skills and strokes

• Assisted Deep Water rescue techniques

HOW MUCH & WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE?

• $90 includes all kayak equipment and spray jacket

• Qualified and experienced instructor

• 1 hrs complimentary kayak hire

• Children under 14 are free but must be accompanied by an adult in a Double Sea Kayaks

• Extra equipment hire - wetsuit $15

6 REASONS TO DO OUR RECREATIONAL SEA KAYAK COURSE

1. Fun, fun, fun. Good kayaking skills means you can have more fun on the water.

2. Become a better paddler faster! Good instruction means you can gain skills immediately

3. Increased confidence

4. Good habits from the beginning

5. Our small group sessions are supportive and enjoyable.

6. Some stuff is just too hard to learn from books - we believe in “learning by doing”.