Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This class establishes the foundation all paddlers need. In the classroom we discuss paddling safely and equipment. On the water, we introduce the basic paddle strokes needed to paddle efficiently.
Starting From: US $65.00
Location:
Pacific City, OR, United States
Pacific City Surf Off.
Starting From: US $30.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
Whether by yourself or with the whole family, canoeing is a wonderful way to explore and enjoy the water! In the classroom, we discuss equipment needs and safety. In the water, we teach proper techniques for launching, landing, paddle strokes, and boat maneuvers. Open the door to explore the Northwest's lakes and rivers today!
Starting From: US $50.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
Learn to paddle a SUP (Stand Up Paddle board). The fastest growing sport in the world is an exciting way to get out on the water, be it for fun, fitness or both!
Starting From: US $50.00
Location:
OR, United States
This class takes place on the scenic Oregon Coast. This class is intended for anyone wanting to take their flatwater SUP skills to the surf zone. Must have completed Basic Skills Stand-up or equivalent
Starting From: US $125.00
Location:
WA, United States
This full day tour is one of our most popular foundation journeys. It is for anyone looking to improve their skills at paddling with a group in current and mild conditions. This trip can be taken as a refresher or just for fun! The area we explore is part of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge and the bird watching is spectacular. Students must be able to paddle fair distances and have taken our Basic Skills class or equivalent experience.
Starting From: US $75.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
Go paddling in your backyard! You can even ride your bike to our new location to make it a no driving recreational day! We will leave from the Boat House dock along the Eastside Esplanade near SE Water and Clay and explore the backwaters of the Willamette River between Ross Island and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.
Starting From: US $39.00
Location:
Clackamas, OR, United States
Start building a foundation for rolling and edge control by mastering a solid brace and hip snap first.
Starting From: US $65.00
Location:
Clackamas, OR, United States
Introduction to sea kayaking. 1 evening in the pool followed by two days out on the water.
Starting From: US $260.00
Location:
Clackamas, OR, United States
A clear progression of classes translates to greater paddling skills and increased enthusiasm for the sport!
Starting From: US $260.00
Location:
Clackamas, OR, United States
An intensive course for those wanting to build a basic knowledge of paddling. Full Immersion Kayak 1 includes fast-paced modules covering basic safety, equipment and hydrology, accompanied by both pool and moving-water segments. Explore stroke technique, rolling and boat control skills. Full Immersion Kayak 1 culminates with a day-long river trip practicing your new-found skills on moving water. Full Immersion Kayak 1 is scheduled monthly year round and most weekends during the summer.
Starting From: US $260.00
Location:
Clackamas, OR, United States
Full Immersion Kayak 2 picks up where Full Immersion Kayak 1 leaves off. We focus classroom time on river reading and hazards, pool time allows further exploration into edge control and roll techniques. Spend Saturday and Sunday on two local river runs polishing the principles of boat control. This is an excellent course for any paddler, looking to take beginning skills to the next level or dust off some skills that haven't been used in a while. Full Immersion Kayak 2 is scheduled monthly year round.
Starting From: US $260.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
Full Immersion Whitewater III picks up where Full Immersion II leaves off. We focus on river reading and hazards. We take a look at working as a group to run rapids. Spend Saturday and Sunday on two local river runs polishing the principles of boat control, surfing, technical river running skills, etc... This is an excellent course for any paddler, looking to take intermediate skills to the next level or dust off some skills that haven't been used in a while. Full Immersion III is scheduled periodically year round.
Starting From: US $149.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This half-day class is held on sheltered water and introduces deep-water rescue techniques for solo and group paddlers. The class covers techniques for solo re-entry of a kayak following a wet exit as well as assisted drain and re-enter rescues involving two or more paddlers. It also covers basic safety concerns and safety related features of sea kayaks and paddling equipment. Rescues is scheduled periodically throughout the year.
Starting From: US $65.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This full day class, held on sheltered water, provides the student with a repertoire of useful strokes and boat maneuvers. The key cause and effect relationships involved in boat control are introduced and students learn to perform maneuvers safely and efficiently. The class covers efficient forward and reverse paddling, a wide variety of strokes for turning, the use of edging to assist turning, rudder strokes for maintaining a course and draw strokes for moving sideways. We also refine and practice low and high brace strokes for preventing capsize.
Starting From: US $95.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This full day class in held in sheltered water. We focus on efficiency and effectiveness of the full range of strokes.
Starting From: US $95.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This full day class introduces the skills and knowledge needed to paddle in wind and waves. The class will be held in open water with wind up to 15 knots. You will discover how to apply all of your flat water strokes and maneuvers in a windy environment. You will learn how to make use of a skeg or rudder to balance your direction in a cross or down-wind scenario. You will gain experience paddling in head, side and following seas, and will apply your self and assisted rescue skills in the kind of environment where they are likely to be needed.
Intro. to Paddling in Conditions will be scheduled a couple of times during the summer. Call to reserve your spot in the next class.
Starting From: US $125.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
The forward stroke is arguably the least perfected skill in kayaking. Who needs this class? Have you ever felt like you are working really hard to keep up with the group? Are you really tired and sore after paddling when others do not seem to be? Do you aspire to kayak race or paddle for fitness? Do you have a long journey planned? You can go fast or go slow with an efficient forward stroke, but there is no reason to work harder than you have to. Also learn to appreciate the attributes of different paddle types: greenland, euro, and wing paddles. The Forward Stroke Clinic will be scheduled periodically throughout the year. It is also part of our Full Immersion 2 Sea package.
Starting From: US $40.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This full day class will introduce students to paddling in ocean surf, which is a core element of Oregon coastal paddling.
Starting From: US $125.00
Location:
Portland, OR, United States
This five-day course for kids 10-14 provides instruction in safety, paddle strokes, bracing, rescues, rolling, and hydrology.
Starting From: US $325.00
