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Ocean Kayaking Lessons

Essential Skills Programs

ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Rec One
Rec Two
Rec Three
Rec Four
Rec Five
Complete Rec
Rolling
PC Intro to Kayaking
PC LV 1 Skills
PC LV 1 Series
PC LV 2 Series

ADVANCED SKILLS
NAVIGATION
PROFESSIONAL
YOUTH PROGRAMS
PRIVATE LESSONS

HOW TO REGISTER
WHAT TO BRING
PADDLE CANADA




It's Never to Late to Learn!


Summer is almost over, but don't let that stop you! Our ocean taught courses run right through until the end of September, and starting September 30th we offer courses at the pool. Now is a good time to take advantage of our Drysuit rentals.


Summer Courses


Ecomarine Coastal Kayaking School offers a five part recreational program that is designed to give a new or inexperienced paddler a solid introduction to ocean kayaking. Throughout this four part series you will gain the knowledge to safely spend a few hours traveling by kayak. Recreational 4 is required for season's pass holders or those wishing to rent kayaks on their own.

For those beginners looking for certification or more complete programs we offer a 1 day, 2 day and 7 part series. Successful participants will receive Paddle Canada certification while learning the skills needed to enjoy day trips on their own.




Recreational Series


Recreational One- Introduction to kayaking - safety gear and basic kayaking strokes.
Recreational Two- Rescues - wet exits and assisted recoveries.
Recreational Three- Finding your balance - edging, bracing and boat handling skills.
Recreational Four- Solo paddling skills - solo rescues and considerations for solo paddlers.
Recreational Five- Advanced Strokes and Maneuvering.
Complete Recreational- Rec 1 to 4 over a weekend.
Rolling- 2 lessons teach the techniques required to roll an ocean kayak.

Paddle Canada Certified Courses


Introduction to Kayaking- A full day course that covers the basics for paddling in protected waters with other paddlers.
PC Level One Skills- Day trip skills
Level One Skills- A 7 part series that starts from scratch and teaches you the basics to head out on longer day trips, solo or with friends.
PC Level Two Series- Overnight touring skills.

Pool Courses


Recreational One- Introduction to kayaking - safety gear and basic kayaking strokes.
Recreational Two- Rescues - wet exits and assisted recoveries.
Recreational Three- Finding your balance - edging, bracing and boat handling skills.
Recreational Four- Solo paddling skills - solo rescues and considerations for solo paddlers.
Rolling- 2 lessons teach the techniques required to roll an ocean kayak.



1668 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3S4
Lessons and Tours - school@ecomarine.com   |    Sales and Rentals - sales@ecomarine.com
Phone - (604) 689-7575    |    1-888-425-2925    |   Fax - (604) 689-5926