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Outdoor Basic Kayak Course

This introduction to flat water paddling for the entire family, emphasizing safety, basic strokes, maneuvers and equipment is ideal for the recreational paddler interested in exploring protected lake and river environments only.

Dates: Sundays at 10:00:

May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23, May 30

June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27

July 4, July 11, July 18, July 25

$75 Adults
$40.00 Children 8-16(with at least one parent)

Saturday classes are available by reservation.

Outdoor Intermediate Kayak Course
This popular Intermediate Flat water course provides a safe and fun introduction to the sport of sea kayaking. We begin with an introduction to water safety, kayak design, related equipment and clothing. After suiting up in our sprayskirts and P.F.D’s (Life jackets), it’s time to practice wet exits and various self and assisted capsize recovery techniques in beautiful, crystal clear Lake Rico. Next are strokes…… Your American Canoe Association Certified Instructor will present a progression of paddling strokes teaching you how to maneuver your kayak with skill and efficiency. 

Dates: Call to schedule a class
$ 105.00 / Person

Outdoor Rolling Clinic

Let our experienced American Canoe Association Certified Instructors show you the steps to learning a successful Eskimo roll. This course is suited for people who are comfortable with the fundamentals of kayaking and want to learn a new skill to help boost their confidence and enhance their boat control.

Dates: Call to schedule a class
$ 120 / Person


251 Thames St,
Bristol, RI 02809
401-245-5100
warrenstore@canoepassage.com