A day of instruction for paddlers comfortable with maneuvering in calm water, who are interested in expanding their skills in moving water. We will work on the fundamental maneuvers for sea kayaking in current, including eddy turns and ferrying, and refine and apply strokes such as rudders and sweeps to execute those maneuvers with grace. This course is useful as an intro to currents, or as a chance for those with previous currents training to improve finesse and understanding in a moderate current environment. We’ll also have the opportunity to refine bracing and rescues in calm water, as well as adapting those skills to be useful in moving water.
(Course will likely launch from Robinhood Marina in Georgetown. Parking/Launch fee is approximately $10 per kayaker)
In collaboration with the SMSKN board, we’ve arranged for two classes in the midcoast this year - June 25th and July 30th, with discounts for SMSKN members.
Course Staff: Nate Hanson, founder of Pinniped Kayak. British Canoeing Sea Kayak Coach; ACA Level 5 Coastal Kayak Instructor, L4 Instructor Trainer; ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor; seeker of both ease and excitement on bumpy water.
$170 per person, includes equipment SMSKN Members receive 20% discount
Register by emailing SMSKN (Prior to June 1st, Registration is restricted to SMSKN members)
Contact nate@pinnipedkayak.com with questions