Introductory Courses - $250.00
Beginner courses start in mid-spring and are designed for the student with little or no kayaking experience. This two day introduction to whitewater kayaking is designed to teach you the fundamentals of paddling, first on flatwater then progressing to moving water.
Day One
Begins with waivers, handouts, and a kayaking video. We then head out to the lake and Purple Hayes School of Kayaking provides you with whitewater kayaks and equipment (including, wet suit, helmet, life jacket, paddling jacket, spray deck, paddle, and boat). Techniques covered include entry, wet exits, basic strokes, and T-rescues. Near the end of the day the roll is introduced.
Day Two
River safety is emphasized while the skills introduced on the first day are reinforced. Students will learn eddy turns, ferries, river safety and signals while being challenged on a gentle section of the Chilliwack River.
Course sizes are limited. Register now to ensure your spot
May 4,5 Full
May 25,26
June 1,2 Full
June 15,16 FULL
June 29,30 Full
July 20,21 Parking fees in affect FULL
Aug10,11 Parking fees in affect FULL
Aug 24,25 Parking fees in affect FULL
Sept 7,8 Full
Sept 21,22 Water level dependant Taking resevations will determine water levels in Sept
Parking fees not included in course fees and may apply to other course dates not mentioned above.
FOLLOWUP PROGRAM To master these techniques and build a network of paddlers who have similar skill levels students are welcome to take the course again as many times as they like for the price of rentals only.
PREREQUISITE: Must be comfortable in water and desire to have fun!
