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"Safety and Rescues"

 

Build on what was learned in Kayaking Fundamentals II by continuing to develop the skills needed for safe kayaking on calm, smaller bodies of flatwater. The day will be spent primarily in the water close to shore learning and practicing a variety of rescues. Learn the basic skills and techniques required to get a kayak back to shore or how to re-enter it in deep water after a capsize. Solo rescues and partner assisted rescues will be covered. A variety of additional safety issues will be discuessed as well as personal skill assessment and judgment. 

 

Location: Raccoon River Park Boathouse

Prerequisite: Kayaking Fundamentals II

 

After signing up for the class you will receive a confirmation email with details about location, gear, expectations, etc. 

Kayaking Fundamentals III

$75.00Price
Excluding Sales Tax
  • Cancellation Policies

    • To receive a full refund for your registered course you must cancel at least 30 days prior to the start of your course.

    • Cancelling any scheduled course less than 30 days prior to the beginning of the course will result in a $10 cancellation fee per registered participant. This fee will be deducted from the course payment and a refund will be issued unless you request we retain your balance as a    credit for a future class or product. Refunds may take up to thirty days to receive from the cancellation date.

    • NO REFUNDS will be given and NO CREDITS will be applied to a future course for any   cancellation occurring less than 14 days (two weeks) prior to the beginning of the course.

    • Not showing up the day of the class is considered to be a cancellation. NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given for not showing up the day of your course.

    • CanoeSport Outfitters is not responsible for accidents, sudden mishaps, or health emergencies you may experience prior to or on your way to a course. While we recognize these situations can be difficult and frustrating, we are not obligated to provide refunds for unforeseen circumstances you may experience. If CanoeSport Outfitter’s experiences an unforeseen circumstance and cancels a class we will issue full refunds or allow a new course date to be selected without fees or penalties.

    • Each student is responsible for making sure CanoeSport Outfitters has a valid email address. If you do not receive a confirmation email within one week of signing up for your course it is your responsibility to check your junk mail or call 515-961-6117 or 515-339-5582 so we can get an email out to you.

    • Each student is responsible for being sure they review the material in each follow-up emails and understands our cancellation policies.

    • Any cancellation or change to a course must be made by email and will not be considered valid until you have received a confirmation in return.

    Changing Your Course Date

    • You may change your course or the date of your course up to 30 days before your registered course date without penalty or fees.

    • Less than 30 days from the start of your course ANY changes will require a $10 transfer fee per participant. Transfer fees are due at the time of the course change.

    • NO CHANGES to your course may made less than 14 days (two weeks) from the start of your course. At this point you must re-register and pay for a new course.  (See our cancellation policies above).

  • To participate in this class you must have participated in CanoeSport Kayaking Fundamentals I or be able to present an ACA Kayak Level 1 Skills Course Completion card. No exceptions! 

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