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CANOE LESSONS
Our lesson program is taught by certified instructors
whose goal is to provide you with the instruction you need to become
a safe and competent paddler. Canoe lessons are done on a private
lesson basis. Private lessons are $60*/person per hour, semi-private
lessons (2 students) are $49*/person per hour and subject to availability,
please call CCK to make arrangements. Lesson fees include all equipment.
Reservations are required. Payment is due in full at time of reservation.
Students canceling with 48 hours or more notice receive a full refund,
cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice receive a 50%
refund. Students who fail to appear forfeit entire fee.
In the event that CCK cancels a class due to lack of enrollment,
severe weather or emergency, students may reschedule or receive
a full refund.
We strive to provide quality gear and safety conscious instructors.
Water sports, however, as well as many other sports have inherent
risks. Due to these risks we ask that you read, accept and sign
a waiver, which we will provide prior to the lesson, (view
and print waiver).
*Fees do not include applicable CT sales tax.
Rates are subject to change without notice.
Call for reservations & information: (860) 693-6977
**What to wear: Please wear quick drying clothes whenever
possible, (we prefer students not to be wearing cotton), foot protection,
preferably neoprene booties or beach shoes. Wet suits will be provided
for classes requiring a wet exit. Remember to bring a change of
clothing and a towel. If you wear eyeglasses, retainers will prevent
their loss.
Family & Special Group Lessons
Collinsville Canoe & Kayak is happy to arrange lessons for families
or special groups such as Parks & Rec Departments, Girl &
Boy Scouts and corporate groups. Please call (860) 693-6977 for
more info and to make reservations.
Download
a PDF version of our complete lesson schedule.
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Beginning Canoe
$49 (+ tax)
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SINGLE OR TANDEM
The course objective is to enable you to paddle, with control,
on protected waters.
Learn:
Boat design, materials and equipment
Getting into the boat from shore and dock
Paddling forward and backward, turning and sideways maneuvers
Safety and what to do if the boat capsizes |
Please contact Collinsville Canoe
& Kayak
to make arrangements for this class.
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Advanced
Flat Water Canoe
$49 (+ tax) |
SINGLE OR TANDEM
This course will take you well beyond the basics.
Learn:
Efficient and energy conserving forward paddling
Precision turning
Dealing with wind and waves
We recommend taking the Beginning Canoe class before proceeding
to the Advanced Flat Water Canoe class.
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Please contact Collinsville
Canoe & Kayak
to make arrangements for this class. |
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Level I Whitewater Canoe
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SINGLE OR TANDEM
This course is for those who have completed the Beginning
Canoe class. This course provides the basics of paddling on
all whitewater rivers.
Learn:
The predictable ways rivers flow
River currents and how they can be used
Downstream paddling
Eddy turns, peel-outs, sets, ferries
How to get off rocks
Safety is stressed
Pre-Requisite: Beginning Canoe |
Please contact Collinsville Canoe & Kayak
to make arrangements for this class. |
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Level II Whitewater Canoe
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SINGLE OR TANDEM
You will become comfortable playing in Class II whitewater.
Develop:
Whitewater maneuvering skills
Braces and leans
Ability to read whitewater
Pre-Requisite: Level I Whitewater Canoe |
Please contact Collinsville Canoe & Kayak
to make arrangements for this class. |
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