Intermediate Kayak Classes

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L3: Sea Kayaking II

In this inspiring class, we work extensively on edging and boat lean for ultimate control and maneuverability.

We review rescues, introduce basic navigation techniques, fine-tune the forward stroke, and learn some new strokes. This class is the stepping stone to the Surf Zone and beyond.

This class is equivalent to an American Canoe & Association Level 3 course.

Cost:

• from $139
• Includes: Kayak, paddling essentials (Paddle, PFD, Paddle Jacket, Bilge Pump & Paddle Float), & wetsuit!
• Private class can be arranged if the minimum enrollment is not met, additional fee applies
• Own boat & gear discount available during booking. If you are uncertain of the suitability of your boar/gear for this class please contact [email protected]

Prerequisite: Beginning Sea Kayak or Equivalent, and recent paddling experience strongly encouraged (you must have practiced wet-exit and rescue procedures): Beginning Sea Kayak or Equivalent, and recent paddling experience strongly encouraged (you must have practiced wet-exit and rescue procedures). Be able to paddle up to 5 miles+

L3: Sea Kayak Rescues & Towing Clinic

In this class, you will learn, practice and refine different rescue and re-entry techniques. These techniques are necessary for safe paddling on any body of water where swimming to shore is not an option. You will be getting wet in this class! Participants will learn and review both solo and assisted rescues, the Eskimo rescue and re-entry and roll'. Participants will learn both solo and assisted rescues, starting with the 'T' rescue and the 'Paddle float'. You can experiment with various options for these rescues to find your 'Go To' method and have fun learning! You are welcome to bring your own kayak to practice with or CCK will provide all the gear.

Cost:

• from $139
• Includes: Kayak, paddling essentials (Paddle, PFD, Paddle Jacket, Bilge Pump & Paddle Float), & wetsuit!
• Own boat & gear discount available during booking.
• If you are uncertain of the suitability of your boar/gear for this class please contact [email protected]
• A Private class can be arranged if the minimum enrollment not met, additional fee applies. This class is more fun when we have more than 2 participants.

Prerequisite: Beginning Sea Kayak or Equivalent, and recent paddling experience strongly encouraged (you must have practiced wet-exit and rescue procedures)

L3: Self Sufficient Bay Paddling

Are you ready to take your paddling skills even further and out on the San Francisco Bay? Find out what it takes it takes to become a self-sufficient SF Bay paddler. Starting with trip planning including reading charts and applying what we know about tides and currents, we’ll learn how to deal with boat traffic and shipping channels, proper use of VHF radios, towing, and other skills necessary to be safe out on the water. This 6-hour class is part 1 of a 2 part series and will provide you with the fundamental skills and techniques needed to be a self-sufficient bay paddler.

Cost:

• from $139
• Includes: Kayak, paddling essentials (Paddle, PFD, Paddle Jacket, Bilge Pump & Paddle Float), & wetsuit!
• Own boat & gear discount available during booking. If you are uncertain of the suitability of your boar/gear for this class please contact [email protected]
• Classes are limited due to the timing of tide level at our landing site. Please email contact [email protected] for more information
• A Private class can be arranged if the minimum enrollment not met, additional fee applies

Prerequisite: Beginning Sea Kayaking Class or equivalent and recent paddling experience (you'll need to have received some previous wet-exit and rescue training to get the most from this class). Be able to paddle up to 6 miles+over the course of the day.

L4: Tidal Current & Rough Water

This class may be taught in Level 4 Conditions: Average wave height less than 3 feet; winds should not exceed 15 knots; current not to exceed 4 knots. Groups must be kept within 1 mile of shore. This is not always the case in the Bay.

This class is Equivalent to the American Canoe & Association Level 4 Courses. Learn to ride the tide! Dealing with the tidal current is fun, and essential if you want to paddle in places like San Francisco Bay. Launching from Horseshoe Cove, beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, we'll cross to Angel Island on the flood tide and return via the tide races at Raccoon Straits and Yellow Bluff. This class is a great way to improve your rough water s

kills and rescues! This class is timed to work with an ebbing tide. You will learn such maneuvers as entering and exiting the eddy, ferrying across the current, bracing and handling waves in a tide rip and surfing waves in the tide rip (optional).

Note: Due to the nature of annual tidal cycles, this class is only offered during fall and winter months.

Check out photos from the previous class here.

Cost:

• from $149
• NO boat? Don't worry, CCK has rentals available at a reduced rate
• Please email [email protected] if you are unsure about the suitability of your kayak.
• A Private class can be arranged if the minimum enrollment not met, additional fee applies.

Prerequisite:

• Sea Kayaking II (or equivalent experience); you must have practiced wet-exit and rescue procedures, recent paddling STRONGLY recommended.
• The minimum age for this program is 16 years; children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• Good boat control and the ability to paddle 8+ miles over the course of a day.

L4: Coastal Journey

An introduction to the special skills and techniques needed for paddling in an open coast environment. You'll learn how to read and interpret swell and weather forecasts which is crucial for coastal trip planning. We’ll then apply what we’ve learned to a marine chart where we’ll predict the various conditions we may encounter along our Journey up the coast. Along the way we’ll work on practical off-shore navigation techniques, learn to recognize safe zones and spot hazards, and practice surf landings and launches.

Cost:

• from $149
• NO boat? Don't worry, CCK has rentals available at a reduced rate
• Please email [email protected] if you are unsure about the suitability of your kayak.
• A Private class can be arranged if the minimum enrollment not met, additional fee applies.

Prerequisite:

• Introduction to Surf Zone (or equivalent training) REQUIRED. Recent paddling STRONGLY recommended.
• The minimum age for this program is 16 years; children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• Good boat control and the ability to paddle 10+ miles over the course of a day.