This course is an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of whitewater kayaking. This course will take place in a pool, flat-water and moving water environments. Course content includes theory related to equipment selection, basic stokes and maneuvers, self and assisted rescue, paddling communication and hazard recognition and safety. This course includes a field trip to practice the organization of a successful moving water paddling outing. Prerequisite: None.
This course is an introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of whitewater kayaking. This course will take place in a pool, flat-water and moving water environments. Course content includes theory related to equipment selection, basic stokes and maneuvers, self and assisted rescue, paddling communication and hazard recognition and safety. This course includes a field trip to practice the organization of a successful moving water paddling outing. Prerequisite: None.