Our Most Popular Course with a twist... Sea Kayaking from a 'Woman's Perspective, no men allowed... SORRY BOYS!

It's the same comprehensive 8- hour Flat water Introduction to Sea Kayaking Course as the co-ed version, we simply put emphasis on women's special paddling needs. You will learn the fundamentals of Sea Kayaking theories, strokes, rescues and recovery skills and many students return each season to continue improving. Women are extremely well suited to the sport of sea kayaking as paddling skills are more about technique and less about muscle mass, height and upper body strength. Frontenac Outfitters On-Water Kayak Centre provides a beautiful, serene environment for women to develop & refine their techniques.

"We look forward to our Women's Only Weekend with Frontenac Outfitters every summer."

- The Ottawa Girls 

Note: Frontenac Outfitters welcomes Women's Groups to contact us about customizing a date and program for your specific needs (Minimum 6- Students per course).

'Women's Only' Flatwater Intro. to Sea Kayaking: 1-Day Certified Course

Prerequisite: Swim 50- meters with a PDF and have a BIG smile!

Length: 8 Hours

Location: Frontenac Outfitters Canoe & Kayak Centre's Pearkes Lake

Cost: $175.00 + $22.75 (13% HST) = $197.75

Receive a 10% discount for using your own Sea Kayak! Kayak must be approved by our instructors prior to the course. 

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)
• Loading & Off Loading from a vehicle
• Forward & reverse strokes, forward & reverse sweeps, reverse stroke, draw stroke
• Low brace

Candidate Evaluations

• 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!

Note: Our 'Women's Courses' may book up months in advance so early reservations are highly recommended, minimum 6-students required.

What we Provide

• Quality New Sea Kayak
• PFD
• Paddle
• Spray Skirt
• Paddle Float
• Pump
• Whistle
• Throw Bag

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

Suggested Stuff to Bring (Weather Dependant)

• 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 (Ontario) / 613.376.6220 or email us at Frontenacoutfitters@gmail.com