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Basics 3-Class Pack

Quick Details

Small Group Classes

Every Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday until Oct 31

Single Class

2.5 hours

$ 95

Three-Class Pack

$285

$ 225

Learn How to Kayak or Paddleboard in NYC

Gain real skills on sea kayaks or paddleboards. You’ll go faster and farther than on sit-on-top kayaks used by beginner programs. No swimming or paddling skills needed. Lessons are 2.5 hours.
After Class 3, you’ll get a Certificate of Completion. Then, unlock New York City’s best routes on our longer trips every weekend! We travel together from secret beaches to Statue of Liberty to Manhattan Circumnavigation and more.

A woman kayaking in front of the Statue of Liberty with Manhattan Kayak Co.

After Class 3, you’ll unlock NYC’s best routes including Statue of Liberty.

How It Works

  • You’ll get a code for 3 Class Credits
  • Sign up for 3 classes through Oct 2026
  • Start with Class 1, even if you have experience

What’s Provided

  • Sea kayak or paddleboard
  • Paddle, lifejacket, safety gear
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Restrooms, lockers, outdoor shower, changing area

What to Bring

  • Gym clothes and water shoes or old sneakers
  • Water bottle and lock for locker
  • Change of clothes for after class

Important

  • Ages 18+
  • Maximum weight 225 lbs
  • You should be able to comfortably do 10 full push-ups and 10 bodyweight squats.

 

Woman learning how to sea kayaking in a beginner class on the Hudson River, paddling a sit-inside sea kayak near Manhattan Kayak Co

Choose sea kayaking to cover longer distances.

A woman standing on a paddleboard with a group of sea kayakers in front of the NYC Battery in the NY Harbor and Hudson River.

Choose paddleboarding for high-intensity workouts.

Kayak & Paddleboard Class Schedule