Beginner Kayak Classes- Edwards, CO

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Course starts with an evening or afternoon lake session and progresses to full days on the Colorado river. You will learn effective paddling techniques, paddle strokes, river reading skills, bracing, ferries, eddy turns, peel outs, surfing, personal and group safety techniques.  Two day class consists of one lake session and one full river day($175).  Three day has one extra day on the river for only $99 more! (3 students required for the extra day) The extra day on the river makes a big difference in developing skills and building confidence.  If you have the time, DO IT!!

Beginner River Class is offered 4 times a week all summer long!

Mon/Tues class- 5pm lake/ full day river
Thurs/Fri class- noon lake/ full day river
Fri/Sat class- 5pm lake/ full day river
Sat/Sun class- 5pm lake/ full day river

Reserve your spot today: 1-970-926-3867

All equipment provided.

Sit-on-top Kayak Trip
1/2 day trips on the beautiful Upper Colorado River.  Each person paddles their own sit-on-top whitewater kayak through class I & II whitewater.  All equipment and transportation from Alpine Kayak is provided.

Maximum of 12 people per trip. Minimum of 2.

**(Must be at least 12 years old and accompanied be an adult)**

Length of Activity:1/2 Day on the Upper Colorado River

• 4 hours total time from pick-up to drop-off
• 2 hours are spent on the river

Pick-up times: 9:00am & 2:00pm

Days: Trips offered 7 days a week

Cost: $79.00ea (3 or more) 2 only- $95ea

Advance reservations required. 

Cancellation Policy: 48 hrs

One-Day Intensive Beginner Class
For those on a tight schedule. Lake and river class in one day.  Note: This class is only for students who are very athletic and in very good shape!
 
Available every day.

Private class rates apply: 1-$295, 2- $225 each, 3+ $189 each.

Ages 14 & up!
All equipment and transportation provided.

Beginner Lake Class
A fun and inexpensive introduction to kayaking.  Beginner skills will be covered on a nearby lake.  All equipment provided.  Weekends and weekdays from May through September.  $69 a session. 3 - 4 hours. Thursday afternoons, Monday, Friday and Saturday nights. Look at beginner schedule, first day is the lake session or call 970-926-3867.  You can go right to a day on the river for an additional $110 after completing the lake class.

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Private Lessons

Receive more personalized instruction and attention with a private lesson.  A lower student to instructor ratio translates into faster progression.  As you progress, try many different river sections from Class I to IV.  Private lessons allow you to choose the techniques and skills that you need to focus on.

Design your own class, or choose from our popular options:

One Day Intensive Beginner Class
For those who are on a tight schedule.  Lake and river class in one day.  This is only for students who are very athletic and in good shape.

Intermediate River Class
Advanced strokes and techniques will be introduced and practiced in faster moving water, Class will also include surfing, strategies for running rapids, river reading skills, paddle stroke analysis, bracing in current, catching small eddies and rolling in current. This course will definitely build your skills and confidence.

Shoshone Advanced River Class
Learn to run Class III, surf bigger waves and the latest play-boating skills on the Shoshone Rapids in Glenwood canyon. ½ or full day trips available,

Private lesson rates per person
1 person $295; 2 people $225each; 3 + people $189ea

Private lesson lake rates per person (2-3 hours): 1 person $139; 2 people $79ea; 3+ $59ea

Transportation and lunch can be arranged upon request.

All of our lead instructors have ACA instructor certification, Swiftwater rescue training, 1st aid and CPR. Our guides are friendly, patient and experienced.

All equipment is provided. Wetsuit, paddle jacket, helmet, paddle, PFD, spray skirt & kayak.
 
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Pool Roll Classes:

At the Avon Recreation Center

February - October

Learn to roll the right way the first time!

Learn to roll.  By taking a class you will avoid developing bad habits and rolling will be much easier.  We will teach you the sweep or C to C roll.  We can also teach you an offside, hand or back deck roll.  Learn to roll the correct and efficient way.  We have taught over 3000 students how to roll.  Our progression works!

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Intermediate/ Advanced Kayak Classes

July , 2012
Learn more advanced kayak strokes and paddling techniques in faster moving water.

Class consists of a pool roll class, flat water technique training & 2 full days on the river.  This is a great class to help you to the next level and is taught through Colorado Mountain College Vail Campus.

Sign up through Colorado Mountain College:   1-970-569-2900

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Paddle Club:

Anyone who has taken a beginner river class with Alpine Kayak may participate in Beginner Paddle Club.

Once you have completed a beginner course with Alpine Kayak, come join us at paddle club!  This twice a week clinic is a great way to improve upon the skills you have already learned.  Instructors paddle with the club to offer tips on how to improve your boating.  This is a casual atmosphere is a great way to mee