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Introduction to Sea Kayaking
Key components of this course include: Introduction to the kayak and safety equipment, review of Canadian small craft safety regulations, tides/current information, basic paddling strokes and self rescue procedures. This is a great introduction to the fundamentals of ocean paddling. Kayak courses will be arranged outside our listed programs for groups of 4 or more.

Duration: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (7 hours)
Fee: $130.00 (includes kayak rental, safety equipment, and wetsuit rental)
Registration: westerncanoe@telus.net or call 604.853.9320, toll free 1.866.644.8111
Dates (2010):April 24, May 1, 2, 16, 22, 24, 29, June 5, 12, 13, 20, 26, July 11, 17, 18, 24, 31, August 2, 7, 8, 15, 28, Sept 4, 6, 18, 19, 25, Oct 2

Capsize Course
This 4 hour course covers solo and assisted capsize recovery procedures. The program is designed to build confidence and safety awareness through an understanding of kayak re-entry. The capsize course provides participants with an understanding of the necessary safety gear when paddling and techniques used to support a capsized person.

Duration: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm (4 hours)
Fee: $95.00 (includes kayak rental, safety equipment, and wetsuit rental)
Registration: westerncanoe@telus.net or call 604.853.9320, toll free 1.866.644.8111
Dates (2010):May 30, June 6, 19, July 18, August 1, 14, 29, Sept 5

Intermediate Sea Kayaking
This four hour course is designed for paddlers who have basic experience and seek to expand their kayaking capabilities. The course is great for those interested in developing skills for rolling. The program will focus on high and low bracing, edging, leaning, hip flicks, sculling and various draw strokes.

Recommended Prerequisite – Intro to Sea Kayak Course and/or Capsize course.

Duration: 8:00 am - 12:00 noon (4 hours)
Fee: $95.00 (includes kayak, equipment & wetsuit)
Registration: westerncanoe@telus.net or call 604.853.9320, toll free 1.866.644.8111
Dates (2010): May 30, June 6, 19, July 31, August 1, 14, 19, Sept 5

Kayak Rolling
Under the guidance of an instructor, explore the technique necessary for successful and consistent rolling. Kayak rolling is taught using a one on one approach, which is beneficial for the first time roller to those interested in enhancing their roll. Participants should have a thorough understanding of strokes and capsize procedures.

Fee:$35/person, equipment rental extra
Registration:Call Howard for details at (604) 535-7985

To book a lesson or for further details contact us via email at westerncanoe@telus.net or call 604.853.9320, toll free 1.866.644.8111.

Touring Kayak Lessons are offered through Natural West Coast Adventures in White Rock, BC. The Introduction to Sea Kayak Course is a one day, 7-hour course and is offered throughout the year.

Rolling courses, intermediate kayaking courses, and other courses are also available.

For further details on the touring kayak courses available contact us at westerncanoe@telus.net or at 604.853.9320, toll free 1.866.644.8111 or visit Natural West Coast Adventures website: www.kayak.bc.ca/instruction.html