Donation - ACA - Intro to Kayaking - 4 Hour Class - Shark River, Neptune

Course Overview:

• The Introduction to Kayaking course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals in public, private, and commercial settings. The use of spray skirts is not appropriate for Level 1 courses.
  
  Review paddling equipment:
• Terminology (kayak and paddle), and care of gear
• Instructor review of additional personal and group gear, including, but not limited to:
• Environmental supplies (food, water, appropriate clothing, sunscreen, etc.)
• Navigational and signaling tools (maps, charts, whistle, etc.)

Safety and rescue tools:

• Repair kit
• First aid kit (appropriate to training)

Trip Planning:

• Review the dangers of paddle sports and how to plan an appropriate course to avoid potential hazardous situations.
• How to avoid and prevent cold water shock, hypothermia and hyperthermia by choosing proper clothing; recognizing and treating early symptoms; 1-10-1 rule.
• Recognize the importance of hydration
• Recognize and appropriately use communication (paddle/oar and whistle) signals
• Review basic navigational rules for inland waterways
• Develop awareness of the group and effective on water management techniques
• Describe best paddling practices: posture, balance, awareness of body-kayak-blade relationship
• Secure the kayak and equipment before leaving unattended, with attention paid to environment and conditions

Maneuvers: to be performed with appropriate and efficient strokes, while maintaining the trim and balance of the craft

• Enter and launch kayak from shore in a controlled manner, checking for clear departure
• Propel the kayak forward in a straight line 15-20 boat lengths
• Stop the kayak within two boat lengths
• Move the kayak backwards 3-4 boat lengths
• Turn the kayak from a stationary position 180° to the right and left
• Move the kayak sideways 10 feet (3 meters) to each side
• Propel the kayak in a figure of 8 course around markers 3-4 boat lengths apart
• Turn the kayak while maintaining forward motion 90° to the right and left

Cost Breakdown

• Registration $100
• Boat Rental $25
• ACA Insurance -$15
• Snacks and Drinks $10
• Your Donation - $50

This trip donation is tax dedicutibe and you will recieve a donation letter within two weeks of the end date of the event.