Kayak Course – Taupō
Please note we can also run customised trips, tours and courses on demand. Please contact us directly on 07 378 1003.
Join us and discover a whole new world of adventure and excitement. With over 30 years of experience, you can trust us to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate a kayak competently and safely.
Our comprehensive Learn to Sea Kayak Course will give you the foundation skills essential for safe and enjoyable paddling. The course is set up for paddlers who have never had any formal instruction and is suitable for all types of kayaks and sit-on-tops.
It includes instruction
- Self-rescues
- Assisting others back on to their kayak
- Different paddle techniques
- Beach launching and landing
- Steering with your paddle and rudder
- Risk management
- Clothing and equipment
- Transporting kayaks
- Simple tow systems
Our friendly, experienced team will ensure you have a fantastic day. At the end of the course you will have a comprehensive understanding of the skills needed to be a great kayaker and have loads of ideas to practice on your next adventure
Course times
Sunday: 9 am – 4 pm (meet at Canoe & Kayak store)
This course includes all hire equipment. (There is no rebate if you supply your own).
Participants need to provide their own personal paddling clothing, lunch and transport to and from the course meeting location.
Course Dates
Please call Taupo Canoe & Kayak for dates (07)378 1003.

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