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Tidal Rapids Training - in Deception Pass

Playing in tidal rapids is one of the few ways sea kayakers have to practice their bracing and other rough water boat handling skills in a setting where the degree of challenge can be controlled (start when the current is weak, quit when it gets too strong). This training course will put you on the fast track to being able to handle all types of rough water situations more safely. You'll be amazed at how much your skills and confidence will improve in just one day. Most students who've completed our overnight Training Trip or Five Day Training Camp are eligible for this course.
Bracing Practice

Deception Pass rough water bracing practice
In addition to practicing the techniques for dealing with eddy lines, boils, and whirlpools, this course covers ways to read moving water, evaluate and avoid hazards, a review of bracing strokes, ferrying, and much more.
Classes are limited to four students, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.

This course is taught by our staff of expert instructors with the Kayak Academy's unique style and teaching techniques.

Some feedback from a recent participant in this course:

"Your Deception Pass class was fabulous. I've never paddled in conditions even close to this. It was awesome looking down on the water in the pass at the beginning of the class - it was hard to believe that we'd actually be paddling there. But we did, and it was great.
"I'll probably do it again next year."
-- John B.

These are one day courses.

The course fee is $223.00 (includes free use of a dry suit and helmet)

Four students maximum.
Kayaks may be rented for an extra $25.00
Call us to make a reservation or E-Mail us for more information:
Phone/Voice mail (206) 527-1825

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