Since 1971, Paddle Canada has set national standards for instruction and certification for all major recreational paddling disciplines. Paddle Canada certifications are nationally accredited and internationally recognized.

Sea Kayak BASIC Skills

Paddle Canada’s comprehensive 8-hour course was designed to teach the skills required to kayak safely with others in sheltered waters. The class starts on land with orientation before launching onto the water where we focus on basic paddle strokes, capsize recovery, and assisted rescue.

Kayaks, safety gear, and wet suits are provided. Certification upon satisfactory completion. This course can be run over two half days, or one full day.  No prior experience necessary.  Call or email to arrange a convenient course date.

Sea Kayak Level 1 Skills

This course provides the theory and skills necessary for a day-long sea kayaking trip in sheltered waters and light winds. Skills include: controlled wet exit, efficient forward and turning strokes, edging, introduction to bracing, assisted and unassisted re-entry, towing, introduction to navigation and much more. Kayaks, safety gear, and wet suits are provided. Certification upon satisfactory completion. This course includes 16 hours of instruction over 2 days.  Pre-requisite: Paddle Canada Basic Sea Kayaking certification or equivalent.   

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• Included: Instructor, kayak, paddle, PFD and safety equipment, wetsuit if required

  Class Min/Max: Min 2/Max 6
  

  What to bring:

  • Wetsuit/Drysuit for capsize recovery (we have some available if needed)
  • Neoprene booties or water shoes
  • Towel
  • Bring a change of warm clothes including a waterproof shell and mid layer.
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
  • Lunch
  • Water/Tea/Coffee
  • Snacks