Lesson Offerings

  • Take your first steps towards exploring the coastline of The Strait of Juan De Fuca and The Pacific Ocean by learning the art of managing the Surf Zone. Learn the basics of Launching and Landing, as well as what to do in the event of a capsize.

    Best Venues:

    • Crescent Beach

    • Hobuck Beach

    • La Push

  • Do you feel proficient in the Surf Zone? Can you effectively launch, land and ride waves to the beach? In Performance Surfing we will focus on taking the next step in your surfing development by introducing you to maneuvers such as, Top Turns, Bottom Turns, Floaters, Diagonal Runs, Pirouettes and much more.

    Best Venues:

    • Crescent Beach

    • Hobuck Beach

    • La Push

  • Paddling on the Open Coast presents a variety of challenges and having a proper toolbox of rescues and skillsets can be the difference between an incredible and horrible experience. In these lessons you will learn to mitigate risk while also learning the ability manage and incident with grace and efficiency.

    Best Venues:

    • Freshwater Bay

    • La Push

  • Rock Gardening/ Rock Hopping is an excellent graduation from performance surfing. It puts your timing, positioning and surfing skills to the test by placing yourself in more technical environments. Maneuvering through rocky shores and managing the surges between them allows access to some of the coastlines most secret coves and caves.

    Best Venues:

    • Freshwater Bay

    • La Push

  • Planning on taking a trip to the San Juan Islands or the Broughton Archipelago? Let me help you with all aspects of your expedition such as Chart Navigation, Weather Resources, Itinerary, Campsite Selection, Consumables, Resupply and Logistics.

    Email with your needs for custom pricing.

  • Rolling your kayak as your primary defense against capsizing can help conserve energy and prevent a bad situation from getting worse.

    1.5 Hour Rolling Lesson Cost:

    1 Person - $150

    2 Persons - $100 each

    3 or more - $75 each

  • Effective and Efficient strokes are foundational to all paddling experiences. Paddle trips can often seem like a marathon and the only way to protect your body is to utilize your paddle in an efficient manner. Learn the basics of effective and efficient Forward, Reverse, Draw and Sweep Strokes as well as Bow and Stern Rudders.

    Best Venue:

    • Hollywood Beach

    • Sequim Bay

    • Lake Crescent

  • Local Venues:

    Freshwater Bay, Crescent Beach, Lake Crescent, Hollywood Beach & Sequim Bay

    1 person - $75/hr

    2 person - $55/hr per person

    3 or more - $40/hr per person

    Minimum 3 hrs per lesson.

    Coastal Venues:

    La Push & Hobuck Beach

    1 person - $95/hr

    2 person - $70/hr per person

    3 or more - $55/hr per person

  • Surf Zone

    Surf Zone Skills are as important as they are fun. In order to paddle coastal environments you must master the art of launching and landing in the Surf Zone. Comfort in this zone can be empowering and unlock some of Sea Kayaking’s most beautiful venues.

  • Strokes & Rudders

    Control over your kayak begins with the initiation of Strokes and Rudders. Knowing which one to use and when is important in protecting your body and conserving your energy.

  • Greenland Strokes

    Greenland Paddles are one of the most graceful and culturally unique forms of kayaking. Due to its unique form there is a different style of stroke that is gentle on the body and increases endurance on long distances.

  • Rescues & Incident Management

    When you venture out into open water there is no substitute for proper training in Rescues & Incident Management. Whether its as simple as a capsize needing an assisted rescue or managing an injury in the group, practice makes perfect.

  • Navigation

    Navigating marine environments can pose many challenges. Learn to read Nautical Charts, Weather Forecasting and Navigate Tidal Currents.

  • ACA Skills Certifications

    For those in pursuit of ACA Skills Certification, I am able to conduct up to an Level 4 Open Coastal Kayak Level.

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