Sealegs Kayaking
Lessons & Clinics
Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayaking
Kayaking Clinics: Wet Exits & Paddle Strokes
Custom Kayak Lessons
Weekly Calendar
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wet Exit Clinic 6:00-8:00pm |
Kayak Strokes 6:00-8:00p |
Paddle Canada Certification Course
Level 1 Sea Kayaking Course
Gain confidence to paddle safely in deeper waters with the Level 1 Sea Kayaking Certification Course.
This course will begin with a 2-hour pool session, followed by 10 hours of practical sessions on the beach and in the ocean. The course is held over a 2-day period and is open to individuals 12 years of age and over.
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
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a Paddle Canada Level 1 Sea Kayaking Certificate.
| No. of Hours: | 12 hours total |
| 2012 Dates: | April 28-19 | May 26-27 ($249 indoor pool session) June 9-10 ($220 open water) | June 23-24 ($220 open water) |
| Cost: | April and May - $249.00 per person plus HST wet exits-indoor pool session June courses $220 Wet exit sessions take place at Transfer Beach. |
| Location: | Frank Jameson Community Centre's pool and Sealegs Eco-Adventure Center, Transfer Beach, Ladysmith |
Sign up here now as these classes fill up quickly.
Clinics
Wet Exits and Recovery
In this clinic you will learn:
- How to safely exit & re-enter your sea kayak in the event your boat should capsize.
- How to use your safety equipment to re-enter your kayak.
- Wet exits without sprayskirts
- Wet exits with sprayskirts
- Self rescue with paddle float
- How to use a stirup
Lessons Include:
- Certified professional instructor
- Kayak rental, wet suit rental and all safety gear
| Date & Time: | Tuesdays from 6:00 - 8:00pm |
| Cost: | $74 per person plus HST per session |
| Location: | Sealegs Eco-Adventure Center, Transfer Beach, Ladysmith |
May 1| May 8| May 15 | May 22| May 29 | June 5 |June 12 | June 19 | June 26 | July 3 | July 10 | July 17 | July 24 | July 31 | August 7 | August 14 | August 21 | August 28 | Sept 4
These September clinics start at 5:00 pm and run until 7 pm Sept 11 | Sept 18 | Sept 25
Basic Kayak Strokes
Effective paddling techniques will allow you to manoeuver more efficiently, improve your endurance, use a greater variety of muscle groups and reduce injury & fatigue.
In this course you will learn:
- Forward Stroke
- Reverse Stroke
- Stopping Stroke
- Reverse and forward sweep
- Draw
- Low Brace
- Scull
- Paddling with and without a rudder
Lessons Include:
- Certified professional instructor
- Kayak rental, wet suit rental and all safety gear
| Date & Time: | Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00pm |
| Cost: | $74 per person plus HST per session |
| Location: | Sealegs Eco-Adventure Center, Transfer Beach, Ladysmith |
May 3 | May 10 | May 17 | May 24 | May 31 | June 7 | June 14 | June 21 | June 28 | July 5 | July 12 | July 19 | July 26 | August 2 | August 9 | August 16 | August 23 | August 30 | Sept 6 |
*Change in start time Sept 13 | Sept 20 | Sept 27 (5-7 pm)
Advanced bookings are suggested as space is limited.
Custom Kayaking Lessons
Sealegs offers custom kayaking lessons to meet the individual needs of each client. Lessons are taught by Certified Paddle Canada Instructors.
Custom lessons can be designed for beginners &/or for those who would like to upgrade their skills.
We offer lessons in just about everything but here are a few ideas:
- Wet exits
- Self-rescues
- Trip preparation
- Basic paddle strokes
- Advanced manoeuvers
Our custom beach lessons are held at our Transfer Beach location. Advanced bookings are required.
| Private Lesson (only you) | $65/hr per person |
| Semi-private (you and one other) | $50/hr per person |
| Group of 3 | $45/hr per person |
| Group of 4 | $40/hr per person |
| *Please add HST to all rates |
All of our instructors are Paddle Canada certified.
"My paddling went from a hobby to an art form [after taking lessons with Sealegs]", Barry Shasbourg.
Transfer Beach, Ladysmith, Vancouver Island
Toll Free: 1-877-KAYAK BC (529-2522)
"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."
