Our classes are held mainly on the nearby Potomac River and Shenandoah River near Harpers Ferry on the Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia border only one hour from Washington DC. Each class is led by a certified American Canoe Association instructor emphasizing safety. Classes are primarily held on weekends although private instruction and weekday lessons are sometimes available. Let our dedicated and enthusiastic instructors infect you with the paddling bug! Beginner Kayak Lessons: Scenic Saturday An introduction to the basics of whitewater and flatwater kayaking with no prior experience required. Instruction begins with a dry land session covering gear, clothing, equipment, river safety and hazard detection. The Class I-II run covers paddling strokes, wet exits, safety on rivers, self rescue, water reading technique, and analyzing rapids. Participants use stable recreational kayaks unless otherwise requested
