Kayaking lessons

• Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayaking
• Clinics

• Paddle Fit

• Custom Beach Lessons
• Lesson Testimonials

Our instructors are Paddle Canada - formerly CRCA (Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association) certified!

"My paddling went from a hobby to an art form [after taking lessons with Sealegs]", Barry Shasbourg.

Paddle Canada

Level 1 Sea Kayaking Course

Hours: 12

Location: Pool, beach & ocean

A two part twelve-hour course. Learn the basics in the pool and at the beach.

You will learn:

• Basic kayak orientation
• Dock entry
• Wet exits with & without a sprayskirt
• Self rescue with & without a paddle float
• Assisted rescues
• Kayak etiquette
• Paddle strokes (forward, back, forward sweep, reverse sweep
  stopping, turning with/out a rudder, sculling, draw stroke)
• Basic navigation and weather analysis
• Trip preparation tips and learn how to pack your kayak
• Safety
• Equipment overview

This course will begin with a 2-hour pool session that takes place at the Frank Jameson Community Centre in Ladysmith, followed by 10 hours of practical sessions that take place at Sealegs' Transfer Beach. The course is held over a 2-day period and is open to individuals 12 years of age and over.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayaking Certificate.

2010 courses are completed, please inquire for 2011 here.

$299.00 per person plus HST

Clinics

Wet Exits and Recovery

Tuesdays 6-8pm

May 4, 11, 18, 25  2010
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

July 6, 13, 20, 27

August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

September 7

September 14, 21, 28   5-7 pm

Basic Kayak Strokes

Thursdays 6-8pm

May 6, 13, 20, 27   2010

June 3, 10, 17, 24

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

August 5, 12, 19, 26

September 2, 9

September 16, 23, 30    5-7 pm

Our clinics take place at our Transfer Beach location and cost $75.00+HST per person per session. Includes professional instructor, kayak rental, wet suit rental and all safety gear.  Advanced bookings are suggested. Space is limited.

Woman Only Clinics - NEW!

Are you looking to get fit and maintain a stronger, firmer core? GET PADDLE FIT in a kayak or on a SUP (a stand-up paddleboard) the hottest water sport trend in 2010!

You will learn beginner to advanced level core strengthening exercises to help improve your paddle stroke while you tone & strengthen your core along with the basics skills of paddling for a stand up board and kayak. Core strength is the foundation of paddling correctly. These core strengthening exercises not only tone your waistline as well as create a more efficient paddle stroke, they can also improve your posture.

Kayak Fit Core Camp

1. 45 minutes of kayaking and instruction on water with a kayak guide

Please Bring:

•  A water bottle

•  Change of clothing

•  Shoes that can get wet

•  Sunscreen, sunglasses & hat

•  A mat (yoga mat, pilates mat and/or thick towel)

•  Please arrive 15 minutes early to set-up kayak and fill out waiver forms

Dates: Mondays from 6 - 7:15pm

July 5,12,19,26

August 2,9,16, 23

$25.00 for 1 session

$40.00 for 2 sessions

Limited space available to 6 women

Drop-In or reserve a spot                                   Call us at 1-877-KAYAK BC (529-2522)

SUP Fit Core Camp

• 30 minutes of core strengthening exericses

• 30 minutes of SUP play on water with an instructor

Please Bring:

•  A water bottle
•  Change of clothing
•  Swim suit (wet suit if possible) *can rent from Sealegs
•  Sunscreen, sunglasses (with CHUMS) & hat
•  A mat (yoga mat, pilates mat and/or thick towel)

 Please arrive 15 minutes early to claim a SUP and fill out waiver forms

               SUP FIT CORE CAMP 2010 DATES

Thursdays   July 8,15,22,29

  Thursdays    August 5,12,19,26

                            6:00 - 7:15 PM

$25.00 for 1 session

$40.00 for 2 sessions

Limited space available to 6 women

Drop-In or reserve a spot                                   Call us at 1-877-KAYAK BC (529-2522)

custom Beach lessons

Our beach lessons, taught by Certified Paddle Canada Instructors are custom designed to meet the individual needs of each client. Custom lessons are offered for:

• those who would like to try kayaking for the first time
• those who would like to upgrade their paddling skills

You can ask to learn specific skills such as:

• wet exits
• self-rescues
• trip preparation
• basic paddle strokes
• advanced maneuvers
• outdoor cookery

Our custom beach lessons are held at our Transfer Beach location. Advanced bookings are required to make an appointment with one of our Certified Paddle Canada instructors.

lesson testimonials

"Just wanted to say thank you for a wonderful basic sea kayaking course Aug. 9-10. We would highly recommend it to anyone.The instruction was superb, very professional, extremely well organized, and lots of fun! We both now really want to go out on a trip with you guys next year!"

"All of the instructors were kind and competent. Thanks for the excellent instruction!"

"Very professional instruction, all aspects covered clearly, equipment superb."

"The instruction was outstanding."

"All the instruction, advice and help was of very high quality and I would recommend Sealegs for anyone looking toward a complete introduction to kayaking."

"Tell 'em what you're going to tell 'em; tell'em; tell em' what you told "em"