Outdoor and Rec Athletics 0123 - Beg. Kayaking #1

This course focuses on the beginning level paddler. Participants MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM. Learn the fundamentals of whitewater kayaking in the pool and on local rivers. The course covers: equipment choices, prudent decision making for risk management, kayak strokes, eddy turns, ferrying, bracing, river reading, surfing and kayak rolling. Class will meet Wednesdays in the pool from 1:00PM - 2:20PM and Fridays on the river from 12:30 - 6:00PM (weather and river levels permitting). 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

Lab Fee: $25.00 to be paid at the beginning of the course. Accepted for CEL 1 Credit