CANOE AND KAYAK LESSONS

BEGINNER CANOE LESSONS  
TWO 1 ½ HOUR SESSIONS
$65 PER COUPLE

This course is designed for those who know very little or nothing at all about canoeing. We begin with the very basics, such as how to get in and out of the canoe. All of the basic strokes will be taught and, of course, the gentle art of getting along with your partner will be foremost in our minds. We do not expect world-class paddlers to emerge upon completion of this course, but our past record does indicate the ability to get from point A to point B (in a reasonably straight line) to be one of the benefits of these sessions.

We know that you, of course, don’t need this class. But imagine how much this can improve the skills of your dumb partner.

Seldom does anyone tip over in this class, but seldom does not mean never, so bring a towel and a change of clothes. Sportcraft provides canoes, paddles, and life jackets.

2010 SCHEDULE TO BE POSTED AT LATER DATE 

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FOR CANOE LESSONS LATER THAN ABOVE DATES
CALL 503-656-6484

INTERMEDIATE CANOE CLASSES
Two 1 ½ hour sessions
$65 PER COUPLE

This class is directed towards the canoeist who wants to learn the finer points of paddling. Teamwork will be one of the themes throughout these lessons. Understanding the functions of the bow and stern partners and the relationship between the two is an important factor of the pure pleasure of canoeing. We don’t suppose you’ll be ready for the Inland Passage when you’ve finished the class, but you will know more about canoeing than most of your friends.

We provide boats, paddles, and PFD’s. You provide your own, weather appropriate, attire. It is also wise to bring extra clothes as backup in case of the “unscheduled swim.”
2010 SCHEDULE TO BE POSTED AT LATER DATE

Class #	1
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FOR INTERMEDIATE CLASSES LATER THAN THESE DATES
CALL 503-656-6484


ADVANCED CANOE LESSONS
TWO 1 ½ HOUR SESSIONS
FEE $65 FOR TWO PEOPLE

If, in your canoeing experience, your goal is to reach the ultimate results from your paddling effort, this is the class for you.

How far do you travel with each stroke of your paddle? What ever distance that is do you wish it was longer, that’s what this class is about. To paddle smoothly, easily and efficiently, our goal is for you to learn to get the ultimate result from whatever effort you put into your stroke. As in all our instructions, teamsmanship will be an important element here.

We require two things in this class: 1.That you have had previous canoeing classes (see page 1). 2. That you pay attention in this canoeing class.

We provide equipment.

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2010 SCHEDULE TO BE POSTED AT LATER DATE

 

GROUP OR PRIVATE LESSONS Length of Sessions and Fees are Variable

These lessons are tailored to a group’s common goal or to your personal paddling needs. They may be techniques for solo paddling, racing, moving water, the basics, kayaking, or maybe demonstrations.

Just tell us what you want to learn and we’ll tell you if we can do it.

TAKE BEGINNING CANOE LESSONS WITH PORTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Take a canoe lesson so that you can learn to propel your canoe along our waterways. Learn forward, back, and steering strokes. These lessons will prepare you for our tours. Be ready to pay $50.00 to instructor on first class day. Fee includes equipment and instruction.

To register call PCC, 503-977-4933 or register on line at www.pcc.edu

TO BE POSTED AT LATER DATE



CANOE RESCUE CLINIC
One 1 1/2 Hour Session
20.00 per person
$25.00 per couple

One should be aware of the options available in the event of an unplanned swim. This clinic will give you the chance to observe and practice different “post-capsize” procedures. We will demonstrate assisted rescue and towing rescue. We hope that you never have to use the skills learned in this clinic, but all canoers should be familiar with what can be done with an upside-down canoe.

This clinic is at a pool with a reasonable temperature. Getting wet is an absolute. Bring swimming attire, a towel, nose plugs, earplugs or eye wear retainers if you need them. Sportcraft will provide boats and water.

OFFERED ONLY ONCE
TO BE POSTED AT LATER DATE 

 

Unlike this picture we do our clinic in a pool.

 

MOVING WATER CLINIC
One 3 Hour Session
$45 Per Boat

MOVING WATER CLASSES

ARE BY APPOINTMENT

This clinic is designed for those who wish to learn techniques for paddling in current. Eddy turns and back ferrying are two things one should know before paddling down many of the rivers we have here in the northwest. These maneuvers, plus picking the best route down a class one or two rapid, will be discussed and practiced. You will also be instructed in reading water and how to identify dangers on the river and how to avoid them.

The location of this clinic has (as of this writing) not been determined. Call 503-656-6484 for that and other information.

KAYAK LESSONS

BEGINNERS

ONE 1 1/2 HOUR SESSION

FEE= $40.00 PER PERSON

   This course is designed for those who are willing to admit they know very little or nothing at all about kayaking. You will be instructed in the basic paddle stokes such as forward, back, quarter, and rudder. We will firstfirst, demonstrate getting in and out of the kayak. Our intention is that you will be able to get from one point to another in a resonably straight line with minimal amount of effort.

   Sportcraft will provide the boat, paddle and life jacket. Bring an extra change of clothes just in case of a small chance of-well, you know.

  FOR INTERMEDIATE KAYAK LESSONS,

RIGHTING AND RESCUE,

AND

KAYAK MOVING WATER

CLASSES

PLEASE CALL

PADDLE PEOPLE @

503-320-0578