Courses

Introduction to Kayaking

Kayak Touring

• L1(T) Beginner Touring
• L2(T) Strokes & Rescues
• L3(T) Coastal Kayak Weekend
• L 4(T) Open Water Training

Whitewater Kayaking

• L1(W) Beginner WW Kayak
• L2(W) Play & Maneuvering
• L3(W) Whitewater Weekend
• L4(W) Advanced Whitewater
• Swiftwater Rescue

Canoeing

• L1(C) Beginner Canoeing
• L2(C) Moving Water Canoe
• L3(C) WW Canoe Weekend
• L4(C) River Destination
• Swiftwater Rescue

Skill Development

• Workshops
• Winter Pool Sessions

Coaching/Instructor Development

• Become a Coach/Instructor
• ACA Costal
• Levels 1 & 2 
  Intro/Essentials
• Levels 3 & 4 
  Coastal/Open Water
• Level 5 
  Adv. Open Water
• Update/Upgrade Certification
• ACA Whitewater
• Levels 1 & 2 
  Intro/Essentials
• Levels 3 & 4 
  Whitewater
• Update/Upgrade Certification
• ACA Swiftwater Rescue
• Levels 2 & 3  
  Essentials/Rescue
• Levels 4 & 5 Swiftwater & Adv. Rescue
• Update/Upgrade Certification
• BCU
• BCU FRST
• BCU Coach 1
• BCU Coach 2

Private Instruction

• Rolling
• Stroke Refinement
• Rescues
• Custom Tours

Courses

GKC Level 1 - Basic Touring Kayak

The Level 1 Basic Touring course (formerly GKC L2), is a great experience for those looking for comprehensive training at the beginner level. This full-day course includes the kayak and all equipment needed for the day. No prior kayaking experience is required. The following skills are taught during a Level 1 Training, which is held on calm, protected water.

Lifting and Carrying

Launching and Landing

Efficient Forward Paddling

Efficient Turning

Reverse Paddling and Stopping

Moving the Kayak Sideways

Stability & Preventing Capsize

Wet Exit

Deep Water Assisted and Self-Rescue

Offered: Every Saturday, May-September

Time: 10 - 4

Cost: 98.00 Per Person (includes boat rental and gear), 84.00 bring your own boat.

Course Location: Jericho Lake, Aurora

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What to wear and bring to your class

In all level 1 and Level 2 courses, a part of the day involves intentionally getting out of the boat and into the water; you should dress for both the air and water temperatures.

appropriate paddling attire for warmer weather

• Swim suit or shorts
• Synthetic tee
• Neoprene booties, water shoes, sandals with heel straps (no flip flops or shoes with laces)
• Baseball cap or wide brimmed hat
• Dry clothes to change into
  

appropriate paddling attire for cooler weather:

• Synthetic base layer (like non-cotton long underwear)
• Additional synthetic layer
• Waterproof pants
• Long sleeve top
• Farmer john wetsuit
• Fleece or wool hat
• Neoprene booties, water shoes, sandals with heel straps (no flip flops or shoes with laces)
• Dry clothes to change into
  

Additional items you may want to bring include:

• Sunscreen
• Towel
• Lunch
• Water
• Snack or energy bars
• Nose plugs
• Eyeglass retainers

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