Surf Zone Beginnings
This class introduces you to the surf zone by throwing you in it. Learn the in's and out's of the surf zone and what to do when you're out of your kayak, and then how to stay in your kayak.
Turning fear and confusion into skills and fun.
A portion of this course is "class room" before we hit the water, so no you won't be spending 6 hrs swimming around.
- Swell forecast
- Rip identification
- surf zone hazard identification
- wave/kayak interaction
- control surfaces/quadrant control
- wet exit
- swimming in the surf zone
- swimming with your kayak (sz)
- maintaining position
- maneuvers in surf zone
- controlled launch and landing
- side surf/front surf
- punch out through the surf zone (if possible/safe)
- Any appropriate personal paddling equipment/gear you want to use
- Any additional items that may be required on the water (SPF, medications, ect)
- Spare clothing/towel
- Baselayers for drysuit (non cotton - long underwear)
- Baselayers for wetsuit (swimsuit) (non cotton top)
- Food and water for the day
Gear can be provided upon request:
**quantity and sizes are limited**
- Kayak
- Paddle
- Dry suit or wet suit (limited sizing)
- Water footwear (very limited sizing)
- PFD (life jacket)
- Paddle Float
- Tow Line
Demo any Sterling Kayak upon request.
- Ice Cap
- Illusion
- Progrssion
- Reflection
- Grand Illusion
Demo Current Desings Kayak upon request.
- Parana Lv
- Sisu Lv Heavy Water
The Pacific Northwest weather can change rapidly, our courses run in most conditions. We reserve the right to cancel any course/rental due to safety concerns, weather and/or low sign ups.
In which case a refund or credit towards another course/rental will be issued.
Notify us up to 14 days prior to course to get a full credit issued.
Cancellations within 48 hours of the courses/rental are NOT refundable.
Full refunds may take up to 90 days.
Being a small business, we will do our best to get you the most value out of your dollar. We will do whatever we can to accomadate you and your needs within reason.
We truly appreciate your support. Thank you!
