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title: "Kayak Lessons"
url: https://kayakstarvedrock.com/kayak-lessons/
date: 2014-12-16
modified: 2026-11-11
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author: "Ja Ma"
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# Kayak Lessons

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## Learn to Kayak Lesson Mini Series

Innovative Instruction designed around the way YOU learn!

## We follow the ACA Training course guidelines so that you receive optimized kayak instruction

 

**1. Have you ever taken a full day course and then struggled to remember what you learned?**
**2. Don’t have the time or energy to spend the whole day on the water?**

**3. Do you only want to learn/or refine a few strokes at a time?**

 

**If you answered YES to any of the above then this learning series is right for YOU!**

We utilize mini lessons for optimal learning. Take one or take both.

Each class is limited in size and is 2 hours long

Level I class is only $59(2 hours) Level II class is $69(2 hours)

All Lessons include rental of brand new / high quality equipment.

Check our booking calendar for days/times or email us if you have a group and we can make a special day for you. [*PLEASE note: These are formal lessons that are comprhensive reviews of strokes and mechanics. If you are looking for a less formal more informative but laid back way to learn join us on our Guided Eco Tours](https://kayakstarvedrock.com/kayak-tours/)

![kayak lessons](https://kayakstarvedrock.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=200,quality=82,format=auto,fit=scale-down,onerror=redirect/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/janeemattesonsmallfile-200x133.jpg)kayak instruction

[smartstart your kayak instruction](https://kayakstarvedrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/l1_smartstartkayak_skills.pdf)

-BASIC STROKES (2 hour course) $59

You will learn to move your kayak effectively/efficiently

-Forward

-Backwards

-Stopping

-Turning

Level II Advancing Beginner

-ADVANCED STROKES/MANEUVERS (2 hour course) $69

You will learn to move your kayak effectively/efficiently

-Sideways

-Advanced Turning/Edging

-Spin in place

-RESCUES/RECOVERIES

You will learn to move your kayak effectively/efficiently to

-Prevent Capsize(tip over)

-Self rescue(deep water)

-Assisted rescue(deep water)

Attention Outdoor Education/Physical Education Classes

**We have camping too!**

 

## Kayak

**/ Canoe **

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All of our kayaks are high quality SIT IN Kayaks. The kayaks above are examples of our kayaks.

****A Light Touring Rec Kayak** is from 11-15 feet. We have both single kayaks and double kayaks. This boat is an entry level sea kayak. This kayak is perfect for any of our waterways.Rental includes a kayak, paddle, a PFD(lifejacket), a safety demonstration and a brief lesson on paddling.**DUE TO LIMITED AVAILABILITY, ADVANCED RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!!!!

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**SPACES ARE LIMITED BOOK your kayak / canoe / bike **
**RIGHT NOW BELOW!!**
**If you need to book multiple kayaks, canoes, or bikes**

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**KAYAK/CANOE BASIC INSTRUCTION**

**CLOTHING CHECKLIST**

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## Private Kayaking Instruction

Private 1.5 hour instruction(custom designed around each students needs:

$90 1.5 hr instruction(incl. all rental equipment)

Semi Private 1.5 hour instruction

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