Beginner Kayak Classes- Glenwood Springs, CO

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Course starts with a flat- water 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 flat- water 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 every other weekend all summer long!

Sat class- morning flat-water/ afternoon river
Sat/Sun class- evening flat-water/ full day river

Reserve your spot today: 970-928-9949

All equipment provided.

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

Maximum of 10 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 Colorado River

• 3+ hours total time
• 2 hours are spent on the river

Start times: 9:00am & 1:00pm

Days: Trips offered 7 days a week

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

Advance reservations required. 

Cancellation Policy: 48 hrs Call 970.928.9949

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 as a private lesson and every other Sat as a group lesson.  Group lesson is $175

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

Ages 12 & up!
All equipment and transportation provided.

Beginner Flat-Water Class
A fun and inexpensive introduction to kayaking.  Beginner skills will be covered on a nearby flat stretch of river.  All equipment provided.  Weekends from May through September.  $69 a session. 3 - 4 hours. Look at beginner schedule, first day is the lake session or call 970-928-9949.  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 , 2011
Learn more advanced kayak strokes and paddling techniques in faster moving water.

Class consists of a pool roll class & 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:

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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 meet others at your same ability and to get out on the river.  Paddle any of our available rental boats, including the 2011 Dagger, Perception, Pyranha, Wave Sport, Liquid Logic and Jackson Kayak demos.  This is a great way to try out new boats to see which one is right for you.

If you would like to join us every week, we suggest a season pass.  For $179 you can come to as many paddle clubs as you like for the entire 2011 season.

Have your own gear and have taken a beginner class from Alpine Kayak?  Sign up for paddle club and join us on the river for FREE!

Registration is required.  Call 970-926-3867 to sign up for this week’s paddle club.  Please mention at time of booking if you prefer a particular boat.

Beginner Paddle Club Class I-II:

• Sunday Afternoon:
  • Depart Alpine Kayak, Edwards 2:30pm sharp
  • Return to Alpine Kayak around 6:00pm
  • Gear Rental: $25.00
  • Season Pass: $159.00
• Thursday Evening:
  • Depart Alpine Kayak, Edwards 5:00pm sharp
  • Return to Alpine Kayak around 9:00pm
  • Gear Rental: $25.00
  • Season Pass: $159.00

Intermediate Paddle Club:

• Tuesday Evening:
  • Depart Alpine Kayak 5:00pm sharp
  • Return to Alpine Kayak is dependent on
  • time of year, water levels  and river paddled
  • Gear Rental: $25.00

This is class III Paddle Club.  This is not a class, just a group of friends getting together to go paddle local rivers!!

You must already possess Class III kayaking skills and have a reliable river roll.  If you are interested in learning to kayak class III we suggest a intermediate class or a private lesson.

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