Aquatic Adventures
Sea Kayaking
These classes are arranged in a progression to help our participants effectively learn the pertinent skills used in sea kayaking. Introduction to Kayak Fundamentals and the Kayak Roll Session (optional for the skills series) will advance your paddle stroke technique and introduce participants to the Eskimo Roll, bracing and self rescue techniques. The Introduction to Sea Kayaking course is designed to provide paddlers with an opportunity to put their skills to use in a combination of more challenging waters including one of our local lagoons, Humboldt Bay, and/or Trinidad Bay. From here paddlers can look to increase their paddling knowledge and experience in the Intermediate Sea Kayaking course.
If these class dates don’t work for your schedule, no need to worry! Please call 707.826.3357 and Center Activities will help you organize a private outing!
SEA KAYAKING SERIES
Sea Kayaking Series Package includes: Introduction to Kayak Fundamentals, Kayak Roll Session, and Introduction to Sea Kayaking.
Program Fee: $125
INTRODUCTION TO KAYAK FUNDAMENTALS
Option I: June 9
Option II: July 21
This pool based course will provide a fun and safe environment to learn the base line skills no kayaker should be without. Topics will include boat anatomy, kayak fit, and essential equipment. Our experienced guides will support your introduction to variety of paddle strokes, boat handling, bracing, safety considerations with an emphasis on injury prevention, and then spend the majority of the time working on self and assisted rescues after a capsize. Time permitting, kayakers will have an opportunity to learn and practice the skills necessary for an Eskimo roll.
Program Fee: $40
Program Fee Includes: instruction, kayaks and all necessary gear
Day and Time: Sunday, 4:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: Arcata Community Pool
Registration Deadline: Thursday before each course
KAYAK ROLL SESSION
June 16 & 23
This course will initially concentrate on learning improved bracing, from there we will progress to Eskimo roll instruction. This will be accomplished with a combination of individual instruction and practice time at the Arcata Community Pool. If one of these dates does not work with your schedule please contact us about private kayak roll instruction.
Program Fee: $40
Program Fee Includes: instruction and instructional materials
Day and Time: Sunday, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Arcata Community Pool
Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 13
INTRODUCTION TO SEA KAYAKING
July 20
The North Coast has some of the most scenic and pristine coastline available for sea kayaking. Our instructors will guide you on this one-day excursion on one of our local lagoons, Humboldt Bay, and/or Trinidad Bay. Instruction will cover advanced boat handling, improved paddling efficiency, weather and water safety considerations, and open water paddling techniques. There will also be opportunities to practice the skills learned in previous courses. This course will prepare you for one of our subsequent outings or to safely set out on your own adventures.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Kayak Fundamentals and Kayak Roll Session, or instructor approval
Mandatory Pre-Trip Meeting: Tuesday, July 17, 6:00 pm, Recreation and Wellness Center Room 108 (Drop-In Lounge)
Program Fee: $55
Program Fee Includes: instruction, kayaks and all necessary gear
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 16
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