Fun Start Your Kayak Class

  Downriver Family YMCA 16777 Northline Rd. Southgate, MI 48195.  Instructed by Riverside Kayak Connection.  $75 per person.

Want to see if kayaking is right for you? Come get your feet wet at this one session class.  Learn basic kayaking skills including the wet exit, forward and reverse strokes, getting in and out of a kayak from shore, and an introduction on how to get back in a kayak in the water.   While this class is designed for the beginner, anyone who has never had formal instruction will benefit from this session.  Come prepared to have fun and get wet.   Students should bring water clothing and shoes, nose plugs, a towel, and a change of clothing.  All kayaking gear will be provided.  We will request your approximate height and weight to insure we have the proper gear for you.  Class size is limited; our classes are kept small with a maximum student/instructor ratio of 4:1.

We recommend quick-drying clothes; board shorts or capris work great. Wear water shoes or sandals that are securely fastened to your feet. Nose plugs are also recommended, Riverside Kayak Connection suggests Smiley or Tweaker nose plugs designed for kayaking.

Tuesday July 8th.  6:30-9:30 pm

Sunday July 13th.  8:00-11:00 am

Sunday July 27th.  8-11 am

Tuesday August 12th.  6:30-9:30 pm

Sunday August 24th.  8:00-11:00am

Friday, July 25, 2008
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Site:  Thompson Lake at Howell City Park
Cost:  $75.00 per person

Want to see if kayaking is right for you?  Come get your feet wet at the Howell Beach and learn basic kayaking skills.  You will learn skills for all types of kayaking including basic strokes, wet exits, and rescue techniques.  Come prepared to get wet.  All kayaking gear will be provided.

Register on-line at www.howellrecreation.org: http://activenet4.active.com/howell/?new_sess=1
Call RKC at 734-285-2925 to register.

Kayak Roll Class

This 2 week class focuses on breaking down the fundamentals of rolling a capsized kayak. Each session will last for 1 ½ hours.  This class will focus on the elements of hip snap development and learning the Kayak Roll.  This class is designed for students with some previous instruction and kayaking experience.  Students should bring water clothing and shoes, nose plugs, a towel, and a change of clothing. We will request your approximate height and weight to insure we have the proper gear for you.  Class size is limited; our rolling classes are kept small with a maximum student/instructor ratio of 2:1.

Session 1: Completed
Session 2:  Sundays, February 10 and 17, 2008 Full
Session 3:  Sundays, April 13 and 20, 2008
            6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Full
Downriver Family YMCA, 16777 Northline Road
Southgate, MI 48195
Cost $75.00 per person for the 2 week class with your own kayaking gear.
$90.00 per person for the 2 week class with kayaking gear provided.
Maximum 6 students.
Call Riverside Kayak Connection, LLC at (734)285-2925

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