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Kayaking Lessons

The 4 Lesson Basics Series

Quick Details

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Ages: Ages 15+
  • Experience Level: Beginner
  • What to bring:
  • Shoes that can get wet
  • Quick-dry athletic clothes
  • Your own lock for the lockers
  • Water bottle and energy snack
Basics Lesson 2 hours
$75
Private Lesson 1.5 hours
$95
Basics 4 Pack 8 hours
$225

Kayak Lessons in NYC

Lessons Resume on May 13th 2023. Reserve today!

Learn to use touring kayaks, which go faster and farther than our sit-on-top kayaks.

Get the 4 Pack or take lessons a la carte. Lessons go in order: Kayak Basics 1, 2, 3, then 4. After 4 lessons, adults qualify to become a member and enjoy intermediate trips.

Each lesson includes vigorous exercise. A fit person can finish 1-2 lessons in one weekend but usually not more. Lessons cannot be rescheduled within 72 hours of the start time.

Lesson Plan

Kayak Basics 1: Fundamental! Learn to get outfitted and do basic strokes.

Kayak Basics 2: Develop boat control using torso rotation. 

Kayak Basics 3: Refine your steering and learn to self-rescue, a safety essential.

Kayak Basics 4: Learn about water safety then paddle out to the waves and wind. 

Private Lessons: Learn alone or with your own mates. This may substitute for any Basics lesson. The 4 Pack does not apply to privates.

Important

  • Ages 15+
  • Maximum body weight is 225 lb
  • No swimming experience needed
  • Must be able to do 10 push-ups and 10 squats comfortably

 

We Provide

  • Touring kayak, life jacket, paddle, and instructor
  • Restrooms, lockers, outdoor shower, changing rooms, water bottle refiller

 

kayaks used for Basics lessons

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