Whitewater 101: Fundamentals

Overview

Our four-hour Whitewater Fundamentals kayak lesson is near DC and a fun-filled, professionally coached structured beginner progression on flat water. We've eliminated much of the technical jargon so we can focus on comfort in the boat, comfort underwater, and rolling the kayak. By learning these skills in flat water, you'll gain confidence and learn faster. Our mature, caring instructors are experts in teaching beginners and helping students overcome their fears in a non-intimidating environment. In this lesson you'll learn:

  1. Proper equipment fit and boat outfitting
  2. Comfort underwater
  3. Exiting the kayak after a capsize
  4. Rolling the kayak
  5. Paddling in a straight line

And don't worry: if the class ends and you find yourself wishing you'd signed up for the entire package, we make it easy to upgrade. See Whitewater Membership Package Upgrade for details.

WW 101: Fundamentals Course Description

WW 101: Fundamentals

Our four-hour Whitewater Fundamentals lesson is a fun-filled lesson on flat water. We've eliminated much of the technical jargon so we can focus on proper equipment fit and boat outfitting, comfort underwater, and rolling the kayak. By learning these skills in flatwater, you'll gain confidence and learn faster.

2024 Dates (All dates currently have availability - choose one and schedule after purchase)

  • May* 11, 25
  • June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
  • July 6, 13, 20, 27
  • August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
  • September 7, 14, 21, 28
  • October 5, 12, 19, 26

2025 Dates

  • May* 10, 24, 31
  • June 7, 14, 21, 28
  • July 5, 12, 19, 26
  • August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
  • September 6, 13, 20, 27
  • October 4, 11, 18, 25

Includes : Kayak, paddle, personal floatation device, skirt and helmet.

Important : Students must be on time at the correct location and fully prepared to participate.

Location (link) : Pennyfield Lock, Potomac, MD

Time : 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM

Duration : 4 hours

Class Ratio : 5:1

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