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Learn to Kayak! Whitewater Classes
Whitewater Kayaking is the more adventurous discipline. It uses much smaller boats that are designed to be very maneuverable. This style of kayaking requires commitment and equipment.

Basic Kayak / Getting Started
For Whitewater, Recreational, or Touring Boaters

Two hour group classes held at Eastwood Lake

Class Covers
Loading and unloading equipment
Getting in and out of the boat
Wet Exits
How to use a paddle
Basic Strokes & Maneuvering
Paddling in a group
Safety information


Moving Water Class
Held on the Mad River, Class 1 River

Class Covers
Dealing with moving water and currents
How to catch eddys, peel outs, ferrying


Stroke Drills
Held on flatwater

Class Covers
Focuses on proper stroke technique and drills you can use to improve your paddling


Beginning Whitewater
Held on Class 1-2 Rivers

Class Covers
Practice eddy turns, peel outs, & ferrying on more dynamic water features strokes & boat control
Learn basic rescue techniques
Learn basic play


Intermediate Whitewater
Held on Class 2-3 Rivers

Class Covers:
Reading & running class 2-3 whitewater
Advanced strokes
Timing
Building confidence
Intermediate Play


Advanced Whitewater & Playboating
Held on Class 3-4 Rivers. Classes are designed to fit your needs.

 

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