Designed specifically for sea kayakers, this accelerated 2-day course gives you the opportunity to get on the river without having to start from scratch with fitting foot pegs and beginning paddling strokes. Learn moving-water skills, eddy turns, river reading, and safety. Based on the techniques covered in our book Sea Kayak Rescue , and our instructor training workshops, this clinic focuses on expanding your repertoire of rescue options. We ll practice more advanced skills, i.e., scramble rescue, scoop, hand of God, sling use, Cleopatra s needle, rock garden and surf zone techniques, towing, retrieval of swimmers and drifting kayaks. This class is designed to make you a better paddler.
Private instruction is available for any of our clinics or classes.
Learn exactly what you want at your own pace and time. 4 hr. minimum. Sea Kayak Rescue . Roger Schumann describes prime paddling destinations of coastal California, from the sheltered waters of Elkhorn Slough and Monterey Bay to the excitement of the open coast of Mendocino and Big Sur. Along with his articulate and friendly style, Roger brings his kayaking expertise and experience as an instructor who runs courses in these areas.