Surf ll - Introduction to Sea Kayak Surfing

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Description

Successfully negotiating surf zones is a critical skill anytime that you venture beyond sheltered waters or when poor weather conditions develop. Developing awareness for safety in surf zones, wave anatomy and techniques specific to surf are core elements to building you skill, confidence and safety when negotiating surf. Effectively managing your kayak on surf will improve your enjoyment.

Skills:

  • Wave Anatomy
  • Factors Influencing Surf
  • Safety In Surf Zones
  • Recognizing Surf Zones
  • Avoiding Surf In Surf Zones
  • Launching/Landing In Surf
  • Side Surfing
  • Surfing With Control
  • Rescues in Surf Zones

Duration

This is a 2 day program. Each day is a full day on the water.

Location

Tofino

Required Material

Immersion equipment and clothing; Helmet designed for kayaking; gloves.

Prerequisite:

Intermediate Paddling Skills course or equivalent; Current lll Navigating Current Channels or equivalent; Sculling & Bracing or equivalent. Highly recommended skills: Rolling; Rescue ll.

Price

$278.99  Equipment Rental Available

Date

Times

May 30 9 AM - 3 PM