06 - Kayak instruction and training







Where to get instruction and training about sea kayaks.





There are many ways and places to get instruction on how to kayak. You can read a book, read a magazine, you can watch a video, you can study this web site, you can learn from a friend, relative or spouse or you can take training from kayak instructors certified by national organizations. Each way will add to your knowledge. Practice will add to your skill.

Here are some locations and sources where you can find instruction and training in kayak skills.


CrossCurrents SeaKayaking

Cross Currents Sea Kayaking provides group and individual sea kayak instruction to beginning, intermediate and advanced paddlers. In addition to instructional classes, we also provide multi-day training tours and organize trips to places such as Baja, the Outer Banks and the Green River in Utah.





KayakTraining.com

KayakTraining.com offers a wide range of sea kayak training courses and guided trips. We have courses for the beginner as well as the advanced paddler. Our courses are designed to help beginners establish a base set of skills; intermediate paddlers to gain confidence in their expanding skill set; and the advanced kayaker to immerse themselves in perfecting various kayaking techniques and advanced rescues.

Our guided tour options include day trips, overnight excursions, and full expeditions. And of course, we happily offer kayak training as part of the trip at no additional charge. A guided tour is a great alternative for those who want to learn at a more leisurely pace and enjoy taking in the sights while you learn




Chester River Kayaks

Sea Kayak Georgia


for Atlanta, Georgia and the Carolinas


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EVEN THE BEST BOATERS CAN FIND THEMSELVES IN SERIOUS TROUBLE ON THE MILDEST OF DAYS IN THE OCEAN. PARTICIPATION IN THIS SPORT IS A STRENUOUS ACTIVITY. CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY SUCH ACTIVITY. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT EACH BOATER TAKES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR HIS OR HER OWN SAFETY, AND IS TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSESSING THE DANGER LEVEL AND ACCEPTING THE CONSEQUENCES OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS SPORT.

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