Beginner kayaking course
Gain mastery in beginner kayaking instruction for sports professionals, covering safety protocols, equipment preparation, stroke techniques, capsize recovery and rescue skills, and complete one-day session plans to confidently lead enjoyable, risk-managed outings on calm lakes and slow rivers.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Beginner Kayaking Course offers a practical guide to conducting safe and fun sessions on calm waters. Participants learn risk assessment, equipment inspection, PPE fitting, efficient paddling strokes, steering, stopping, entries and exits. Additional topics include capsize handling, self-rescues, assisted rescues, group management, basic teaching techniques, and a complete one-day lesson plan incorporating local safety regulations.
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Develop skills
- Kayak safety planning: assess risks, manage groups, prevent beginner accidents.
- Essential kayak strokes: teach forward, reverse, and steering with clear drills.
- Capsize and rescue basics: run safe self- and assisted-rescue sessions on flatwater.
- Gear setup and checks: fit PFDs, inspect kayaks, and run fast pre-launch checks.
- One-day course design: schedule sessions, meet local rules, and document outcomes.
Suggested summary
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