David Dreves Kayaking
Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Courses
Paddle Canada is a non-profit organization representing recreational paddlers across Canada. Among
their objectives is the development of standard skill sets and promotion of safe and enjoyable paddling.
David Dreves Kayaking
supports Paddle Canada kayak programs for their defined kayak skill level criteria and certified kayak
instructor training.
Introduction to Kayaking Course (8 hours) - These lessons introduce the participant to
the kayak and related safety equipment, clothing appropriate for different conditions as well as Department of Transport
regulations as they relate to kayaking. Basic paddle strokes are taught, along with low bracing and assisted recoveries
(rescues).
Level 1 Sea Kayaking Course (12 hours) - Lessons build on the Introduction to Kayaking course, working to perfect
the basic paddle strokes in calm water with more attention focused on proper body positioning; edging, leaning and
torso rotation. A variety of bracing and recovery methods are taught including assisted and solo recoveries (rescues).
Theory instruction covers the use of tide/current tables, weather forecasts, and basic chart reading to plan a safe
day long paddle in sheltered waters.
Level 2 Sea Kayaking Course (4-5 days) - This touring course takes the the skills
perfected in the Level 1 Sea Kayaking course, adds a few new strokes and moves them into more "dynamic" waters (wind: less
than 20 knots; waves: less than 1 m; current: less than 3 knots). The lessons involve 2 days in
White Rock covering new skills and theory and a 2 night tour in the Gulf Islands where participants will share in the trip
planning, navigation, camping and decision making responsibilities.
Level 3 Sea Kayaking Course (5 days) - This multi-day touring
course will build on the skills from the Level 2 kayaking course to a higher proficiency with a strong focus on practical leadership,
risk assessment, decision-making, judgment, group management, and seamanship.
Lessons offered in the Greater Vancouver
area - White Rock, Surrey
SUP, Kayak Courses - Kayak Tours - Paddling - Kayak Instruction - Kayak Lessons - Sea Kayaking - Learn to Kayak - Kayaking
BC - Surrey - White Rock - Langley - Abbotsford - Delta - Vancouver - New Westminster - Burnaby - Port Coquitlam - British
Columbia
David Dreves Kayaking
White Rock, BC
604-318-4019
info@kayakcourses.ca
Course Descriptions
Learn to paddle with David Dreves Kayaking -
- 1:4 Instructor - Paticipant Ratio.
- Quality Canadian Made Kayaks &
Equipment.
- Instructors are certified with "Paddle Canada".
- Courses run with a minimum of 2 participants.
- Kayak "Club"
programs available.
- Discounts on kayak rentals.
- Discounts on kayak tours.
- SUP programs.
Sea Kayaking in Vancuver, Surrey, White Rock
