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Clearance Form

Clearance Form: Manhattan Kayak + SUP

Tel: 212-924-1788 ● Email: [email protected]

Please read this before submitting this Form:

NYC waters are dynamic and challenging. We require participants to have adequate experience in closed deck sea kayaks or paddleboards when going beyond Novice-level tours.
Each person seeking to join Intermediate, Advanced, or Elite tours must complete this form on their own. Please don’t fill in this form on behalf of others.
You will hear from us within three business days. We will guide you to the best options for your experience level!

Trip Clearance Form

First Name of Paddler:*
Last Name of Paddler:*
Your Email:
When would you like to visit or join us?*
Which trip(s) do you want to join? (optional)
What *formal* paddling classes have you attended? Please write dates and duration. Please do not include any rentals, holidays, or self-teaching.*
What is the model and length of the sea kayak or SUP you use? This answer must be specific.*
What was your longest day trip in the past 6 months? Must write the water body name and the daily distance traveled.*
Are you comfortable paddling against sustained wind over 10 mph or against tidal currents?*
- Very Comfortable: I can paddle against them for hours at a time.
- Somewhat Comfortable: I had a few experiences and made it through.
- Not Comfortable: I slowed down or took a break.
- Not sure
How comfortable are you in wavy and choppy conditions?*
- Very Comfortable: I automatically adjust my technique without effort.
- Somewhat Comfortable: I had a few experiences and made it through.
- Not Comfortable: I was uneasy last time I tried.
- Not sure
For kayaking only: Can you demonstrate an exit and re-entry in a closed decked kayak?*
- Yes
- No
- N/A, I am seeking to stand-up paddleboard.
For kayaking only: Can you demonstrate a T rescue?*
- Yes
- No
- N/A, I am seeking to stand-up paddleboard.
For paddleboarding only: What muscles do you primarily use in your forward stroke?*
For paddleboarding only: Which turning strokes do you use the most?*
Do you have any medical conditions or physical limitations that may affect your participation? This may include diabetes, neurologic disorders, high blood pressure, heart disease, back, neck, or limb problems.*
- No
If yes, please explain.
Do you have allergies to any drugs, insects, foods, or anything else? If yes, you must bring medication to treat yourself during an allergic attack.*
- No
If yes, please explain.
Phone
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

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Contact Info
Pier 84 Boathouse in Manhattan
555 12th Ave at West 44th St
New York, NY 10036
Phone 1.212.924.1788
[email protected]

We welcome all people and visitors!

Email us for private lessons/trips all year round. Check our schedule for group trips and sign up online.
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