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Part 1/Rescue Skills
Join us in the pool to learn how
to get yourself (and your pad-
dling companions!) back into
your kayak after a capsize.
Take this course on its own to
increase your confidence and
control on the water, or take it
as the first step toward a Paddle
Canada Introduction to Kayaking
certification.
#37815
Wed, Apr 8
#37816
Mon, Apr 20
#37817
Wed, May 6
#37955
Wed, May 20
#37956
Thurs, June 4
#37957
Tues, June 16
7:45 - 9:30 pm
$58
Part 2/Paddling Skills
This course can stand alone or
act as the second step toward
the Paddle Canada Introduction
to Sea Kayaking certification.
Emphasis is placed on getting out
on the water and learning
the basic strokes.
#37958
Sat, May 9
#37965
Sat, June 6
#37966
Sat, June 20
10 am - 1 pm
or
#37961
Thurs, May 14
5:30 - 8:30 pm
$58
Mothers Day Trip to
Tree Island
Join guides from Comox Valley
Kayaks & Canoes for a trip in
tandem kayaks to Tree Island
where we will stop to explore the
beautiful area and enjoy a deli-
cious, light snack (provided).
What a way to celebrate your
favourite lady!
#37978
Sun, May 10
12 - 3 pm
$78/2 people
Stand Up Paddle
Boarding (SUP)
We are excited to offer introduc-
tory lessons for one of the
world’s fastest growing sports!
SUP borrows some techniques
from canoe paddling and is a
dynamic sport that engages your
core muscles and balance.
#37973
Sat, May 16
4 - 6 pm
#37974
Sat, June 13
3 - 5 pm
$40
Part 3/Progressive
Paddling Skills
Emphasis continues to be placed
on developing an efficient for-
ward stroke, more maneuvering
strokes and an introduction
to edging and bracing.
#37967
Thurs, May 28
5:30 - 8:30 pm
#37969
Sat, May 9
#37970
Sat, June 6
#37971
Sat, June 20
2 - 5 pm
$58
Intermediate Roll
This course uses Greenland
techniques to teach participants
the mechanics of rolling a kayak.
To register, participants must
have a good controlled wet exit,
be comfortable staying in the
kayak while it is upside down and
posess competent paddling skills.
#37977
Thurs, June 11 & 18
7:45 - 9:30 pm
Courtenay & District
Memorial Outdoor Pool
$120/2
Canoeing 101
Bring your paddling partner and
join us on the water to learn
the basics of tandem canoeing.
You will learn the essential
strokes and boat handling skills
to make your canoeing adven-
tures rewarding, safe and fun!
#37975
Sun, June 14
3 - 5 pm
$68/2 people
includes canoe rental
Paddle Canada Level 1
(Beyond Basics)
Take your Sea Kayaking skills to
the next level! In this course,
we will build intermediate pad-
dling skills, learn about weather,
navigation, tides and risk assess-
ment, and plan and undertake a
day trip. This is an exciting and
challenging 2 days on the water!
Pre-requisite; Intro to Kayaking
or equivalent skills & experience.
#37972
Sat & Sun, June 27 & 28
9 am - 5 pm
$240/2