Foundation of Kayaking 103- Introduction to Whitewater

Our diverse group, from the Southeast United States, is dedicated to promoting the safe enjoyment of all paddling sports, whitewater and flat-water. Though we have members from many areas, Foothills Paddling Club (FPC) is based in Greenville, SC.

Foothills Paddling Club

Foundation of Kayaking 103- Introduction to Whitewater   

Working on paddling skills on class 2 river.

<p>Foundations of River Kayaking Core Program, aka Foundations Core, is an in-depth series of clinics designed for people with little to no experience with kayaking. It is a slow and steady approach that goes from dry land to class 2+ whitewater over the course of 4 months, learning about gear, logistics, Essential Maneuvers, Navigating in Moving Water, Rolling, and basic of whitewater features. At the end of the program, members from the club come together to celebrate the accomplishment of the Foundations Core students by paddling alongside them on a Graduation trip on the Nantahala River, so students not only learn skills, but also get plugged into a community in which they can thrive for years to come.</p>

FK103 - May 16-17th, 2026

 This clinic is taught on Section 8 French broad, Backup French Broad ledges, backup backup lower green (100.4ft), South Saluda below table rock lake, Tyger.   You will put into action all of the skills you have learned in 101-102 to go with a group down a whitewater class II stretch of river. In his clinic, you will practice water-reading, hazard identification, feature Identification, proper paddle strokes, eddies, ferries, rolling (if desired), and surfing. 

Foundation of Kayaking 103- Introduction to Whitewater

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