Sea Kayak Surfing (Fee Event

Ride the waves and elevate your paddling skills with sea kayak surfing, an exciting and challenging course designed for paddlers ready to take their sea kayaking to the next level. This class introduces the fundamentals of surfing ocean waves in a sea kayak, blending the thrill of surf with the technique of open-water kayaking.

• Participants will learn to:
• Read surf conditions and identify safe launch and landing zones
• Time wave sets and execute controlled surf entries and exits
• Use edging, bracing, and body positioning to maintain control on a wave
• Practice surf zone safety, group awareness, and self- and assisted rescues
• Taught by experienced instructors, this course combines beach-based briefings with in-water coaching. Whether you’re seeking to build confidence in rougher waters or expand your kayaking repertoire, this course offers a dynamic, hands-on experience in the surf zone.

Gear Requirements: Sea kayak with appropriate outfitting for surf (helmets required), PFD, spray skirt, paddle, wetsuit or drysuit.

If conditions do not support surfing, the class will address rock gardening instead.

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