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East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
Paddle Victoria
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
East Coast Kayaking
Our popular two day course is designed to give you the fundamental skills and necessary to start sea kayaking safely on protected waters and the opportunity to attain your Paddle Australia Basic Skills Award (Kayak). Our Instructor/Student ratio is 1:6, so you are assured of first class tuition and service.
The Sea Starter course is held monthly, over two days: Saturday and Sunday at our Training & Hire Centre at Sandringham.
At the conclusion of the course you will be entitled to four hours* of FREE sea kayak hire. A great opportunity to hone and consolidate yourrnnew skills! Children, 14 and under are free, however they must paddle a double sea kayak with an adult.
The Program
Day 1
Day 2
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants
Course Content:
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
Skills:
Presentation:
Coaching & Skills Analysis
Briefings:
Program Overview & Navigation
Teaching Style (clear & concise)
Paddle Craft & Equipment:
You need to decide which craft you will be assessed in, as the award is craft specific. If you are teaching/guiding people in kayaks, you will need the “Kayak” award. You may hold both a canoe and kayak qualification in any PAQS award, however paddling skills will need to be assessed in both craft types.
It is expected that participants will supply their own equipment including kayak/canoe, PFD, paddles (including spare), spray deck and helmet. East Coast Kayaking can provide any or all of this equipment - please notify us at the time of booking if you need to hire equipment. Please detail personal equipment on the checklist on the Participant Information form emailed to you following your booking to determine its suitability.
Paddle clothing needs to be suitable for the conditions and environment - to protect you from sun, wind and cold.
Location: Our Training Centre at 37 Jetty Road, Sandringham, with the practical component on the sheltered waters of Sandringham Harbour. Other locations for your private group / organisation can be arranged - contact us to discuss.
Duration: 9.00am - 4.30pm
Cost: $295. Kayak or Canoe hire $50 if required
Class Size: Maximum 6 participants