Recreational Kayak Basics

skill level:	beginner
ages:	adult
price:	$60.00

Recreational kayaks are easy to paddle, hard to tip, and fit any body shape or type. They're built so anyone can experience kayaking. Join us and discover why paddling these kayaks is so popular and so much fun!

You'll learn about proper boat fit, safe launching and landing, equipment and clothing, basic strokes, safety, and what to do if you tip over. After this class, you're all set to enjoy a peaceful, low-impact activity that you can share with others.

While it varies slightly from class to class, expect to spend the first half of class on land getting comfortable with your gear, practicing strokes, and learning some basic safety procedures, and the second half of class in your boat!

Class sizes are kept small (no more than 5 students to each instructor) so expect plenty of individual feedback and time to ask questions.

Note: In case wind or water quality do not cooperate, we will use alternative backup locations. For courses at Esther Beach, backup locations are Olbrich Park or Rutabaga Paddlesports. For courses at Olbrich Park, backup locations are are Esther Beach or Rutabaga Paddlesports

'Thank you. This was an excellent instruction. I am encouraged to progress and continue.'

'Great time. Made a beginner feel really great the first time out.'

May 14 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	4:30PM - 7:30PM	2 spots left	Register
May 23 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
May 28 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
May 30 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	5:00PM - 8:00PM	2 spots left	Register
Jun 2 At: Esther Beach Park	Sun	1:00PM - 4:00PM	this session is full	Wait List
Jun 4 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	5:00PM - 8:00PM	this session is full	Wait List
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Jun 29 At: Esther Beach Park	Sat	9:00AM - 12:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
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Jul 28 At: Esther Beach Park	Sun	1:00PM - 4:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
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Aug 1 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
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Aug 10 At: Esther Beach Park	Sat	9:00AM - 12:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
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Aug 15 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Aug 22 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Aug 24 At: Esther Beach Park	Sat	1:00PM - 4:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Aug 27 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	5:00PM - 8:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Sep 10 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	4:00PM - 7:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Sep 12 At: Esther Beach Park	Thu	4:00PM - 7:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Sep 15 At: Esther Beach Park	Sun	1:00PM - 4:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Sep 18 At: Esther Beach Park	Wed	4:00PM - 7:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Sep 24 At: Esther Beach Park	Tue	4:00PM - 7:00PM	4+ spots left	Register
Oct 5 At: Esther Beach Park	Sat	1:00PM - 4:00PM	4+ spots left	Register

Required Forms

Each person attending Rutabaga classes must read and sign the Waiver of Liability form and the Student Health Info form. Please download each form for each participant and bring the signed documents with you when you come to class. Thanks!

Student Equipment List

Student Health Info

Liability Waiver