- 2.5 hours
- Age 15+
- Beginner
Learn how to use a sea kayak. You’ll go faster and farther than sit-on-top kayakers and untrained beginners. Graduating from Kayak 3 qualifies you for Intermediate Tours.
Quick Details
Learn How to Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board in New York City
Learn how to kayak or stand-up paddle board in three 2.5 hour classes. We teach you all the essentials: how to get outfitted, maneuver on-water effectively and efficiently, rescue yourself, and navigate the open water. Get the Basics 3 Pack now, then book classes later. We teach according to American Canoe Association standards and add NYC-specific information. After finishing Kayak or SUP Basics 3, you qualify for Intermediate Tours, which are amazing group paddling adventures on NYC waters.
What To Bring
- Shoes that can get wet
- Quick-dry athletic clothes
- Your own lock for the lockers
- Water bottle and energy snack
- Change of clothes for afterwards
We Provide
- Lifejacket, paddle, kayak or stand-up paddle board
- Restrooms, lockers, outdoor showers, changing rooms
- Expert instructor who teaches and guides paddlers on NYC’s waterways
Important
- Ages 15+
- 225 lb maximum
- Credits are valid until November 2024
- Must be able to do 10 push-ups and 10 squats
- Go in order: Kayak Basics 1, 2, 3 or SUP Basics 1, 2, 3
- Take 2+ classes per week only if you do regular vigorous exercise
