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home > kayak instruction > Kayaking 103 : Surfing for All Full day course Introduction to kayak surfing Surf etiquette Reading waves Catching waves Steering strokes Body Position Imagine yourself sliding gracefully down the face of a glassy green wave with the sun shining down and the spray flying up all around you; big smile on your face. Sounds pretty good, right? The EMS Kayaking School can help you have this marvelous experience by teaching you the skills and techniques which make surfing kayaks possible. Your instructors, skilled kayak surfers as well as talented teachers, will demonstrate good surfing practices including reading waves, surf etiquette, breaking out through the surf zone, catching waves, proper boat trim and weighting, edging and steering strokes, bracing, and dealing with capsizes in surf. The sit on top boats used are equipped with thigh straps which makes them highly responsive while very easy to exit in the event of capsize.

Cost $115 per person Dates June 22 July 8, 11 August 11, 22 September 12 Private course dates available upon request Start/ End 9am to approximately 4pm Meeting Location Narrow River Lauch in Narragansett, RI Prerequisite Some paddling experience is helpful, the day can be strenuous. Includes Kayak (sit on top), paddle, PFD, booties and paddling jacket/wetsuit if needed. 20% discount coupon to Eastern Mountain SportsPaddlers can bring their own boat and gear; both need to be equivalent to gear provided , appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by instructor. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Does Not Include Lodging, transportation, meals, personal gear and clothing.

WHAT TO BRING? Shop for Gear! Please come dressed for the weather and prepared with the appropriate gear and clothing for your kayak program. Below is a list of gear and clothing recommended by the Eastern Mountain Sports Kayak School. If you have any questions please call 800-310-4504. Neoprene long or short sleeve top Neoprene is recommended. Any non-cotton material is appropriate as well. Non-cotton pants or shorts This will depend on the weather and season. Wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring, summer and early fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling. Water shoes Can be provided by the Kayak School upon request. No open toed shoes please. Food and Water Lunch and snacks (sandwich, chips, bars, etc...) 1 liter or more of water Additional Items Sunglasses Sunscreen Hat Bug spray Camera Dry bag (optional) Extra change of clothes and towel Kayak School will provide You are welcome to bring your own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by the instructor. Call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Kayak (singles and tandems) Paddle PFD Spray skirt Spray jacket Wet suit Dry suit (seasonal) Missing anything on this list? Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!