Check back in April 2010 for updated schedule

Sea Kayaking has undergone a major boom in popularity and has the reputation of being a user friendly sport that is easy to get into. It is — but not without its share of problems, generally due to a lack of preparation and/or knowledge about the sport. The goal of our lessons and workshops is to provide the paddler with the skills and knowledge necessary to boat safely and enjoy the aquatic environment. Our guides come from a variety of backgrounds and are all avid paddlers with lots of outdoor experience. They are motivated, professional instructors who enjoy sharing their enthusiasm and knowledge with you.

Invest in yourself, learn new skills, (or refine existing ones) and have fun on and in the water with Silver Moon Kayak Company. No previous experience is needed unless otherwise noted. Call for times and dates on all our classes.

All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to trip start.

2 hours
With own equipment, $55
Rent our equipment, $65

Recreational Kayaking 101 - WET
Think outside the boat!

Same as above but add capsize and re-entry techniques — after all, kayaking is a water sport, so let's have fun and GET WET! Knowing how to deal with unexpected capsizes is fundamental to a kayaker's safety. This is a very thorough, comprehensive and interactive course so plan on learning lots! We'll also spend a fair amount of time working on making your strokes and maneuvers in the kayak smooth, effortless and fluid. Grace and style on the H2O - that's our goal!
Wetsuits recommended. This course runs every Thursday afternoon from 1-4:30.
You must pre-register by calling us at 406.752.3794.

3 1/2 hours
With own equipment, $85
Rent our equipment, $99

Minimum 3 people, maximum 6.

Designed for sea kayakers who already have some basic skills but want to advance. If you're ready to spend some time in and on the water — REEAALLY spend some time in and on the water — than this is for you. Rescue techniques, towing, advanced paddling techniques, equipment, and preparedness are just some of the topics we'll cover. Wetsuits recommended.

4 hours
With own equipment, $99
Rent our equipment, $115

Minimum 2 people, maximum 4.
Flexible dates - call to schedule

It's important to have a positive experience your first time on moving water. To ensure that your early experiences are positive and to give you a solid base for future efforts we've included this course to our curriculum.

Two day format: First day on a small lake in whitewater kayaks learning boat control and wet exits; The second day on a mellow stretch of a local river learning to read the water, recognize hazards and build boat control skills. Call to schedule.
With own equipment, $99
Rent our equipment, $115

Note: This is an excellent skill building course for sea kayakers as it will increase your skills and confidence when you find yourself in rough water on the lake or ocean!

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Eskimo Roll Clinics
Putting the upside-down world of kayaking right-side up!

Lake Sessions: Course fee includes exceptional instructional video "The Kayak Roll," produced by Performance Video. After a brief review of the video, we'll work on hip snap drills, braces, body and paddle movements. Over the course of two evening sessions we'll break the components of the roll down into their specific parts and then progress into putting them back together, focusing on muscle memory and perfect technique. We'll primarily teach the sweep roll and have a high success rate with most students rolling independently by the end of the clinic. Wetsuits recommended.

two-hour evening sessions, Tuesday/Thursday format
DATES T.B.A.
With own equipment, $99, includes video
Rent our equipment, $115, includes video

Pool Sessions: We also offer individual pool sessions and private
lessons that average two hours per session. Call for details.

 

 

All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to trip start.