Lesson - Beginner Course

Rec 3 - Balancing, Bracing & Edging

This 3-hour course will focus on the bracing strokes necessary to stay balanced in your kayak in a variety of sea conditions. As well as teaching you kayak edging, a particularly useful technique to assist turning. This course is a must for those paddlers wanting to feel comfortable in adverse conditions. Participants who complete this course will be able to paddle with others of like skills in protected seas with less than one foot waves, light winds (0-5km) with moderate frequent landing options. Wetsuit and necessary gear provided. Includes kayak rental and safety gear. Call to book your spot. spot.

Price:	$ 80
Prerequisite:	Rec 2 - Introduction to Capsize Recovery or equivalent experience
Intensity:	Moderate
Date & Times:	Wednesdays (usually 6:00-9:00), Sundays 9:00-12:00

What to bring

Mandatory:
secure wet footwear, swimsuit, insulating long sleeved non-cotton top, water bottle, towel, and a change of clothes.
Recommended:
insulating non-cotton bottoms (long underwear) for drysuit, non-cotton toque, brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses with strap.
* A limited number of dry suits are available for rent on a first come first served basis for $10 per lesson. Wetsuits and paddling tops are provided no charge.

* We have limited space at our shop. Please leave valuables at home or in your vehicle. Or bring along a drybag.