2010 Paddle Canada's FW Intro to Sea Kayaking: 1-Day Co-ed Certified Course

Paddle Canada's "Flat water Introduction to Sea Kayaking" is Frontenac Outfitters MOST POPULAR KAYAK COURSE year after year! This comprehensive 8- hour, co-ed course teaches you the fundamentals of Sea Kayaking theories, strokes, rescues and recovery skills. Be ready to spend the day on, in and yes under the water... and love it. Our Flat water Introduction to Sea Kayaking Course is highly recommended by everyone who has ever taken it and many students repeat this confidence building course season after season to further hone, develop and refine their kayaking skills.

Note: This Courses often fill up weeks to months in advance so EARLY Registration is highly recommended!

"We encountered 12- ft waves on our first day out in the Fox Islands and the kayaks and paddles handled amazingly well. Thanks to Christine's great lessons we were able to dance on the waves with huge smiles on our faces. We put in several 30- km days and it was breathtakingly beautiful.Thanks again for your expertise, support & guidance"

Shelly & Denis McKay

Hi Christine, Larry & Gang,

"Just wanted to thank you for an exceptional day yesterday. I think everyone who took your Flatwater Sea kayaking course would agree that it was a great day. We all left feeling more confident with our paddling skills and that, in the event that we tip -- we would survive.
You all work so well together as a team -- we will definitely feel positive about recommending your business to everyone"

Thanks again,
Pat Humphrey

Cost:	$170.00 + 13% HST = $192.10 (10% Disc. for using your own kayak)
Location:	Frontenac Outfitters Canoe & Kayak Centre
Course Times
Dates: Thanks and see you next year! Time: Check out our website for new dates March 2011

Paddle Canada's FLATWATER INTRO. to SEA KAYAKING: 1-Day Certified Course

Year after year Our Most Popular Kayak Course! This comprehensive 8- hr co-ed course teaches the fundamentals of Sea Kayaking; safety, theory & skills. Highly recommended by everyone who has ever taken it, many students repeat this confidence building course each season to further hone, develop and refine their paddling skills. Our waterfront paddlesports Centre and our patience and experienced instructors make the perfect environment for a rewarding and fun filled day!

What you’ll learn:

Safety:

Retrieving swamped kayaks
Bow rescue, T-Rescue, rafting kayaks to form a stable platform

Theory:

Kayak Types (Sea, Day-touring & Recreational)
Parts of a kayak
Boat outfitting, personal fit, control & safety
Safety equipment (mandatory & recommended) & how to use
Paddling apparel for different weather conditions & temperatures
Kayak paddles, the diverse selection, intention & benefits
Equipment proper use & care
Injury prevention, stretches & warm-ups
Available kayaking resources

Skills:

Entering & exiting
Wet exits & re-entries
Balance points, initial & secondary stability
Edging
Pivot & turning points
Straight line paddling, forward & reverse
Lifts & carries (solo & tandem)
Forward & reverse strokes, forward & reverse sweeps, reverse stroke, draw stroke
Low brace

Candidates are evaluated throughout the course on:

Participation individual & group
Kayaking skills
Group awareness & self-control
General attitude

Successful participants:

Receive a Paddle Canada Flatwater Certification Card

How to book:

Class dates & size are limited & book up quickly. To sign up please refer to our online registration package. Courses run rain or shine!

Prerequisite:

Swim 50- meters with PFD & have a big Smile

What we provide:

Kayak, PFD, paddle, spray skirt, whistle & throw bag

Course Cost:

$170.00 + 13% HST = $192.10 (HST- Harmonized Sale Tax)
Receive a 10% Discount for using your own pre-approved sea kayak

Paid participants receive 10 % OFF GEAR purchased the day of their Course, just another cool reason to choose Frontenac Outfitters for your paddling needs

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellation for any reason within a 14-day period prior to the course/clinic will result in a forfeiture of an administration charge of $40.00 per participant.
Frontenac Outfitters reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course or clinic due to inclement weather or lack of participation

Location:

Frontenac Outfitters Canoe & Kayak Centre on our beautiful Pearkes Lake

Stuff to bring:

Wide brimmed sun hat
Sunglasses (we sell eyeglass holders & floaters)
Sunscreen & lip balm (waterproof)
Bathing suit & towel
T-shirt, light long-sleeve shirt, shorts, undergarments
Raincoat, paddling jacket & sweater
Water shoes or sandals
Water Bottle (we stock pop & water)
Lunch (on full-day courses)
Most Importantly… an attitude for having FUN!!!

Places to stay:

We offer on-site wooded & waterfront campsites at $25 per night
Country style B & B’s are nearby, or endless accommodation in Kingston is 30 – 40 minutes to the south. Places to stay

Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to call 1.800.250.3174 or email us at Frontenacoutfitters@gmail.com

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