Did you just purchase a new kayak and want to take it for a test drive and learn to paddle it with confidence and control? Introduction to Kayaking is a half-day course with our ACA certified  instructors to help familiarize you with your kayak and the basic skills to be safe and efficient while on the water.

Visit https://www.ballardkayak.com/ to book a spot in the class.

Topics covered:
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- Equipment and fitting
- Planning a kayaking trip
- Choosing appropriate conditions for your trip (weather, tides, rules of the road)
- Equipment and fitting
- Paddle strokes and efficiency
- Injury prevention

This course is for those new to kayaking. By the end of this class, you will gain the confidence  needed to paddle your kayak more safely and confidently. Bring your own kayak for the half day course. Please bring water, lunch,  and a spare change of dry/warm clothes. There will be a 45-minute break between morning  and afternoon sessions.