Instruction

Alaska Sea Kayakers offers instruction to the public through the certified instructors of The British Canoe Union and the American Canoe Association.

Novice and beginning paddlers should receive instruction in paddling skills, group and self-rescues, and develop an awareness of sea conditions before presuming to paddle Alaskan coastal waters. Instruction will be offered by British Canoe Union and American Canoe Association instructors. Our instruction sessions will be held, following the BCU syllabus.

Cost will be $265 for a two day session. The first day only is available for $165. Attending both days is strongly recommended.

Instructional sessions will require a minimum of five students, not to exceed ten students.

All gear is included; kayak, paddle, skirt, drysuit, helmet, booties, gloves, and hood. Participants should bring; rain gear, layers of insulating clothing (fleece, capilene, polypropylene), a change of clothing for the end of the day, food for shore lunch, and a bottle for water.

2007 Weekend Course Offerings in Whittier

Beginning to Intermediate Sea Kayaking Skills

2008 Dates:

June 7-8

July 12-13

August 16-17

Have you ever seen people kayaking and thought ”that looks fun”?  Do you have access to lakes or rivers near where you live?  Have you been paddling for a long time but never practiced wet exits, rescues or received any formal instruction?  Are you looking for something fun and adventurous to share with children, a partner, siblings, co-workers?  Do you love exploring and getting out in nature? 

Sea kayaking offers a lifetime of learning, exploration and adventure, and immersion and intimacy in nature to be taken to whatever level you choose.

Weekend courses offered for beginner and intermediate paddlers of all ages.

The first day will entail specific skills instruction, rescues and theory.  The second day will build upon the first and offer a day trip to utilize and expand the previous day's skill session.

Learn:

• Proper kayak fit and outfitting
• What to consider before heading out on an excursion
• Where and how to launch for your excursion
• Charts vs. maps
• Trip planning
• Radio protocol
• How to dress
• Safety equipment
• Sea state and weather identification
• Using the environment to your advantage

Practice:

Wet exits, Self-rescues, Assisted rescues, Bracing, Turning-sweep strokes, Efficient forward paddling, Sculling, High and low recoveries

Throughout both days we will incorporate theory and scenarios to challenge you in a safe and conducive learning environment. 

Other instructional dates, custom and private sessions are available based on interest.

"All Things Can Be Found At Sea,
According to the Spirit of your Quest"

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Photos by Brad Burich