2008
KAYAK LESSONS
Our lesson program is taught by ACA certified instructors
whose goal is to provide you with the instruction you need to become
a safe and competent paddler. Adult lessons are for ages 13 and
up.
Reservations:
Reservations are required. Payment is due in full at time of reservation.
Reservations may be made via telephone or in-person.
Cancellations:
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.
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. Remember to bring a
change of clothing and a towel. If you wear eyeglasses, retainers
will prevent their loss.
Please be considerate to other students and arrive at least 15 minutes
before lesson is scheduled to start. Students arriving less than
15 minutes before class may be denied entrance into a lesson.
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).
**Lessons are subject to change without prior notice. Additional
or custom lessons will be added upon request when possible.
We hold our lessons “Rain
or Shine”, except in the event of extreme weather.
Wetsuits and paddling jackets are available at no charge.
Ability to perform “wet exits” is required for all kayak
lessons.
Therefore Collinsville Canoe & Kayak will teach this skill in
all beginning lessons.
Collinsville Canoe & Kayak is happy to customize any lesson
for work, school or specialized groups. Call us for info. (860)
693-6977
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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Intro to Kayak
$49 (+ tax) per student
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This is the best place to start kayaking.
At the end of this course you should be able to paddle safely
in protected waters. Easiest to paddle recreational kayaks
are used.
Learn:
Boat design and materials
Paddles
Clothing & Equipment
Adjusting the boat for a comfortable fit
Paddling forward and backward, turning and sideways maneuvers
Braces as a method to prevent capsize
What to do in the event of capsize
May
Wednesday, May 7, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Thursday, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday, May 21 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Saturday, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
June
Sunday, June 1, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sunday, June 8, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday, June 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday, June 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Monday, June 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
July
Wednesday, July 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, July 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, July 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Saturday, July 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
August
Saturday, August 2, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday, August 7, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sunday, August 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, August 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Monday, August 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sunday, August 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
September
Sunday, Sept 7, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
This class is also offered at
Riverfront Recapture on the following dates:
June
Wednesday, June 4, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday, June 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday, June 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
July
Tuesday, July 1, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday, July 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Monday, July 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday, July 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
August
Tuesday, August 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday, August 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
September
Thursday, September 9, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour.
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Extended Intro to Kayak
$65 (+ tax) per student
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| For those who
want a more in-depth start, or a tune-up of basic skills.
This 3 hour course will cover the material from the Intro
to Kayak course plus practical car topping techniques, efficient
edged (leaned) turns and combination strokes and actual
basic capsize and recovery skills.
May
Sunday, May 4, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, May 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, May 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday, May 22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, May 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Tuesday, May 28, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
June
Thursday, June 5, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, June 7, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, June 8, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday, June 13, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, June 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, June 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
July
Thursday, July 3, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, July 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, July 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Friday, July 18, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Sunday, July 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Wednesday, July 23, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, July 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, July 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
August
Saturday, August 2, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, August 3, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Wednesday, August 6, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, August 9, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday, August 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday, August 15, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Sunday, August 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday, August 20, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday, August 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
September
Saturday, Sept 6, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, Sept 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, Sept 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, Sept 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday, Sept 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
This class is also offered at
Riverfront Recapture on the following dates:
June
Saturday, June 7, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
July
Saturday, July 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
August
Saturday, August 16, 10:00am - 1:00pm
September
Saturday, Sept 6, 10:00am - 1:00pm & 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Private lessons are available
upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour.
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Intro to Touring
$65 (+ tax) per student
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Learn how to utilize the full range of kayak
strokes in a touring kayak including adaptations for various
wind conditions. Learn to use the characteristics of the
boat itself to aid in both tracking and turning. Be able
to control and maneuver the touring kayak in currents caused
by tides.
June
Sunday, June 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
July
Saturday, July 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
August
Sunday, August 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sept
Sunday, Sept 7, 10:00am - 1:00pm
This class is also offered at
Riverfront Recapture on the following dates:
June
Saturday, June 7, 10:00am - 1:00pm
July
Saturday, July 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
August
Saturday, August 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
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Safety & Rescue
$49 (+ tax) per student
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Learn basic assisted-rescue and self-rescue
techniques.
Learn:
Boat features and equipment options
Safety equipment
Wet Exit
T-Rescue
Paddle Float Rescue
"All-in" Rescue
June
Saturday, June 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
July
Thurs, July 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday, July 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
August
Sunday, August 3, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Thurs, August 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sunday, August 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
September
Thurs, Sept, 4, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour.
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Greenland Paddle Technique
$49 (+ tax) per student
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Outside the mainstream of ACA kayaking certification
is the Greenland paddling style. This course will introduce
you to the Greenland style paddle. You will learn strokes
for both the standard length paddle and the shortened storm
paddle. High brace, low brace and sculling with the paddle
will also be covered.
July
Sunday, July 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
August
Saturday, August 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour.
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Navigation for the Day Tripper
$29 (+ tax) per student
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| This course is all about getting
you out on the water and home safely. When you know where
you are and you know where you are going, getting home will
be easy. Topics will include basic chart reading, equipment
use and simple trip planning. This course is for people new
to kayaking and navigation, or seasoned sea kayakers who are
looking for an easy way to learn the skills needed for basic
navigation.
May
Thurs, May 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
June
Thurs, June 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
July
Tuesday, July 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Private lessons
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Eskimo Rolling (Whitewater
or Touring)
$49 (+ tax) per student
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Learn to roll a capsized kayak upright in seconds.
Individual instruction in a class setting
Patient teacher who will completely support your learning
Small steps, proven techniques
Usually this skill takes two or more sessions to learn
Nose clips required
May
Thurs, May 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
July
Saturday, July 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday, July 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
August
Saturday, August 9, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour. |
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Intro to Moving Water
$75 (+ tax) per student
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Have you ever wanted to paddle through moving
water or some easy rapids but didn’t have the skills
to do this safely? This three-hour course will provide you
with the skills and knowledge to make those runs. You will
learn why the river flows in very predictable ways so you
will not have to battle nature. Introduction to Kayak course
is a prerequisite or a proficiency in going straight, turning
and stopping.
May
Sunday, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
June
Saturday, June 7, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
July
Sunday, July 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
August
Saturday, August 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour. |
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Whitewater 'Fast Track'
$140 (+ tax) per student
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This one day course is designed for students
who want to learn the basics of whitewater kayaking. We
start out on flat water to help make the student become
acclimated to the feeling of a whitewater kayak. The details
of the construction of the kayak, outfitting and carrying
will be discussed, as well as entering and exiting the boat.
The on water portion of the lesson will cover the necessary
strokes needed to be able to get the most out of your paddling
experience as well as wet exits. After a break for lunch
we will move downstream to moving water. This river course
begins with a discussion about river features and entry
into the water with various terrain. The on river portion
of the lesson reviews all the basic strokes taught in the
morning part of the lesson, and more focus is placed on
leans and braces. While traveling down river, eddy turns,
peels outs and ferrying will be taught in friendly class
I rapids. Basic scouting and river etiquette will also be
discussed.
May
Saturday, May 3, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday, May 17, 9:00am - 4:00pm
June
Saturday, June 7, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
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Whitewater 'Playboating'
$49 (+ tax) per student
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with Bob Taylor. Learn to squirt, bow stall, maybe even pirouette!
Once you can get your ends up learn to throw them down, switch
them and cartwheel. You must have a solid roll, a solid understanding
of river dynamics and your own gear, including a properly
outfitted boat.
May
Sunday, May 4, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Friday, May 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
June
Sunday, June 8, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Friday, June 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour. |
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Women On Water
$49 (+ tax) per student per class or
$175 (+ tax) per student for all four classes
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| Put those kids on
the bus, leave the hubby at home or kiss the pets goodbye
and join instructors, Lucy Lindeyer and Paula Flack, for a
4-morning beginners clinic just for women. Begin each day
with WOGA – 30 minutes of gentle stretching for paddling.
Then onto the water were you will learn all about kayaks:
how to paddle them, how to carry and load them and how to
take care of them and yourself on flat water. Day One and
Two will be held at CCK; then paddle the Wild and Scenic portion
of the Farmington River on Day Three and the secluded, beautiful
Lake Winchester on Day Four. So grab a friend or come alone
and enjoy the company of women on water!
May/June
Session 1
Monday, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, June 2, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Monday, June 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Session 2
Monday, May 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Monday, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Monday, June 2, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Monday, June 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
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Senior Strokes
$49 (+ tax) per student
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This basic kayak course is designed especially
for seniors (no strict definition of age, but over 55 is a
good guideline) who would like to explore this wonderful sport
in a relaxed and comfortable paddling manner. The emphasis
will be on paddling efficiently, understanding how the boat
moves and transporting the boat on land. At the end of the
course students will be paddling with self-assurance on protected
water. Subjects that will be covered will include: boat design
and construction, transporting the boat, basic equipment as
well as suggestions for comfort. Students will also learn
the easiest way to get in and out of their kayaks and the
basic strokes to move the kayak efficiently.
May
Monday, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
June
Monday, June 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Thurs, June 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
July
Wednesday, July 16, 9:00am - 11:00am
August
Friday, August 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
September
Monday, Sept 8, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Private lessons
are available upon request.
$60 (+ tax) per student per hour.
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Evening Paddle
$39 (+ tax) per student
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Already been in a paddling class and just want
to brush up on your skills? Join one of our instructors for
an informal evening of skills review and good cheer!
June
Tuesday, June 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Tariffville
Tuesday, June 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Tariffville
(Whitewater boats can be rented from CCK if you have been
through our Whitewater Fast Track course and receive an "ok"
from your instructor. Otherwise bring your own boat!)
July
Wednesday, July 9, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at CCK
Tuesday, July 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at CCK
August
Wednesday, August 6, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at CCK
Tuesday, August 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm at CCK
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ACA Instructor Certification Course
Level I
Intro to Kayak
$370 (+ tax) per student
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The ACA Level I Kayak Course is a course focusing
on skills needed for any type of kayak including but not limited
to sit on tops, recreational, folding and inflatable.
This course is for students who need the IDW, ICE and/or
Update.
May
30 - June 1
Instructor: Ben Lawry
Students will receive further information upon registration
regarding preparation and expectations.
For more information regarding this course please
visit the ACA
website.
Students must be ACA members. Costs do not include
ACA/SEI membership dues ($65) and required instructor manual
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