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Kayak Tahoe is committed to helping people find a safe and
fun way to get to know the sport of paddling or improve
your current skills. We offer a variety of courses for the
beginner, intermediate and advanced paddler. We have A.C.A
trained instructors on staff that will insure that you will
learn the best and safest ways to enjoy your time on the
water. Reservations are recommended for all Kayak School
classes.
Introduction
to Kayak
Touring
If you would like to try paddling a traditional one person
kayak but are not interested in getting wet (as required
in a beginning lesson) this class is for you. After an introduction
to your kayak equipment and paddling skills you will venture
out on the lake with your instructor. While enjoying your
first gliding strokes in a kayak you will get further instruction
on paddling, safety and related topics. This class is also
recommended for the sit-on-top paddlers.
Cost: $35.00, Time: 1 1/2 hours
Beginning Kayak Touring
This lesson will cover the skills necessary for you to feel
comfortable paddling with other experienced paddlers. You
will be getting wet during this session (wet suits are included.)
You will practice we t exits and two person rescues. Paddling
skills, bracing and safety will also be covered. On completion
of this lesson, you will be able to rent our traditional
single kayaks provided, you are accompanied by a companion
of the same or higher skill level.
Cost: $65.00, Time: 4 hours
Includes all equipment, instruction and half price rentals
on your next visit.
Intermediate Lesson
This lesson is for people that have taken our beginning
lesson or for people that have done some paddling but would
like to improve their skills. We will cover self rescues,
more advanced strokes, bracing and "body fu!"
Cost: $40.00, Time: 2 hours
Learn to Kayak Weekends
A great way to get started! We will cover all aspects of
kayak touring described in the beginner and intermediate
lessons and much more!
Cost: $180.00, Time: 9:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Dates: Please call for exact dates.
Eskimo Roll Class
Definitely recommended for river rats or those aspiring
to be a river rat. Learn to right yourself in an instant.
Sea kayakers paddle with confidence with the Eskimo roll
as an additional method of rescue. Not to mention
its
Fun!
Cost: $32.00, Time 1 hour
Beginning River Kayaking
This class is designed to get you ready for moving water.
Paddle strokes, bracing and kayak control will be emphasized
with a little practice you will find that even the smallest
kayak can be taught to go straight.
Cost: $65.00
Time: 4 hours
Dates: May/June Please call for exact dates.
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