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- Lesson Schedules are now online. We are currently taking reservations. Please call 860-693-6977.

- Kayak Lessons

- Canoe Lessons

- Kids Programs

- Programs at Riverfront Recapture

- Custom Group Outings

- Guided Trips

 

 

2008 CANOE LESSONS

Beginning Canoe

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Advanced Flat Water Canoe

Level I Whitewater Canoe

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Level II Whitewater Canoe

CANCELLATION POLICY

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.

Beginning Canoe
$49 (+ tax)

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.

Please contact Collinsville Canoe & Kayak
to make arrangements for this class.

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Level I Whitewater Canoe

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

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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