Lessons

Kayak lessons are offered to our members 16 and up by our experienced instructors. First time paddlers start by learning the basics in a safety and controlled environment. Class sizes are limited to allow for personal attention from instructors. 

Private lessons can be scheduled for people with special needs or request.

What will I learn?

Instructors will explain and demonstrate the following:

  • Kayak equipment selection

  • Safety equipment requirements

  • Getting in and out of a kayak from a dock

  • Launching from a beach

Paddling techniques:

  • Forward stroke

  • Reverse stroke

  • Stopping

  • Sweep Stroke

  • Draw Stroke

  • Kayak control

Basic Rescue Technics:

  • Exiting a kayak into the water (wet exit)

  • Assisted rescue (helping a friend into a kayak from the water)

To get a sense of what our lessons entail, we encourage members to view this video.

Equipment

As a club member you will have free access to all kayaking equipment during the lesson.  A few things for participants to bring are swimwear, towel, water shoes, a lock to secure your valuables in our lockers.     

Activity Co-Chairs

 

Lee Weitzel

Lee has returned to the Club to manage the sea kayaking division this season. Lee has been kayaking since 2005 and has a vast experience of the many beautiful kayaking spots to go to in the Sudbury area. One of Lee’s main focus this year will be to bring the Club’s kayak fleet availability back to a level that it was years ago. Lee is open to any suggestions from the members on any aspect of kayaking that might interest them, from skills clinics to group paddling adventures.



Register!

Register for a kayak lesson in order to get certified to use the sea kayaks and related equipment at the club. 

  • Duration is approximately 3hrs in length

  • Cost of the lesson is $50

  • Pre-registration is required

Click “Register Now” to join the fun!

Email sudburycanoeclubon@gmail.com (Subject: Sea Kayaking Inquiry) to schedule a date!