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Sea Kayak Level 1 - Paddle Canada This course begins with an eve ning of theory, followed by two full days on the water. It builds on Basic Skills. Focus areas in clude re-entry techniques, navi gation, route planning, weather interpretation, and selecting ap propriate gear. By the end, partic ipants will feel confident paddling in calm water for a full day. Instructor: Comox Valley Kayaks Friday, 5:30-8:30 p.m. & Comox Valley Kayaks $350/3 Sea Kayak Level 2 Skills - Paddle Canada This 5-day course is designed for paddlers interested in more challenge. Includes re-entry skills both solo & assisted. Theory covers navigation, risk assess ment, weather, tides, currents and more. Stroke development builds to rough water condi tions. Including forward, turning, sweeps, braces & draws. Pre requisite: Paddle Canada level 1 skills or equivalent. Instructor: Comox Valley Kayaks #18391 Wednesday - Sunday Saturday & Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. #18369 July 10 - 12 #18371 July 24 - 26

Kayak Senior’s Tour Tuesday (60 years & over) Join us for a relaxed kayaking experience designed for seniors! During this session, your instruc tor will teach you the basic kaya king skills needed to feel confi dent on the water. After a short lesson, you’ll enjoy a leisurely paddle. All equipment is provid ed. No experience necessary. Instructor: Comox Valley Kayaks #18392 Tuesday May 12 5-7:30 p.m. #18393 Tuesday May 26 2-4:30 p.m. Comox Valley Kayaks $78

Kayak Confidence Building Make the most of your new skills with a confidence-building adventure with the safety of a guide. After taking a lesson with us, this is the perfect next step. Practice your strokes in real-world conditions, and enjoy a supportive day on the water with fellow paddlers. Instructor: Comox Valley Kayaks Little Mexico #18356 Tuesday June 9 Royston Wrecks #18357 Tuesday June 16 6-8:30 p.m. Comox Marina $55 Kayak Rescues In this lesson we learn how to fall out of our boat and help each other get back in. The skills taught are wet exits and tandem rescues, and if there’s time we play with types of solo rescues. Instructor: Comox Valley Kayaks #18987 Friday June 26 #18986 Friday July 3 6-7:30 p.m. Courtenay Memorial Outdoor Pool $98

Please note: Refunds for courses offered by Comox Valley Kayaks will not be issued if withdrawing 7 days or less before the course start date.

August 19 - 23 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location TBD $595/5

Visit www.cvkayaks.com or contact Comox Valley Kayaks for additional information on programs

Spring Program Registration starts Monday March 9 Summer Program Registration starts Monday April 27

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