WHERE HALIFAX PADDLES
One Day: Introduction to Kayaking (Paddle Canada Basic Skills)
These kayaking lessons introduce the novice to paddling in enclosed shelters and calm conditions. Skills covered include an overview of forward, turning & bracing strokes, and an introduction to assisted and self-rescues.
Cost: $175
Location: East Coast Outfitters, Lower Prospect
Includes kayak, gear, instructor, and a certification fee
Dates: May 13 &14, June 11, July 9, August 13, and September 10. Check our Calendar.
Participants assessed for Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Basic Skills certification. Registration is required.
*Price does not include tax or gratuity
Two Day: Sea Kayaking Fundamentals (Paddle Canada Level I)
These kayaking lessons provide the theory and skills for a daylong sea kayaking trip in sheltered waters and light winds.
Includes: controlled wet exits, efficient forward and turning strokes, edging, introduction to bracing, unassisted and assisted rescues.
Cost: $340
Location: East Coast Outfitters, Lower Prospect
Includes kayak, gear, instructor and certification fee
2023 Dates: May 27-28, June 24-25, July 22-23, Aug. 26-27, Sept. 16-17, Oct 14-15
Registration is required. Participants assessed for Paddle Canada Level 1 certification.
*Price does not include tax
Four Day: Sea Kayaking Day Tripping (Paddle Canada Level II)
These kayaking lessons provide the theory and skills for proficient kayaking at sea in moderate open sea conditions.
Includes: touring, risk assessment, efficient bracing, sculling for support, combined strokes, sustained paddling, introduction to rolling, kayak tripping with moderate winds and sea conditions
Cost $650 plus HST
Location: East Coast Outfitters, Lower Prospect (other locations when specified)
Includes: instructor, certification fee, and course materials
Does not include kayak and gear
Dates: TBA.
