We offer basic and advanced Paddle Canada SUP and Sea Kayak Clinics with trained and experienced instructors in Liverpool, Nova Scotia.

​All of our clinics include the use of our equipment (kayak or SUP, PFD, paddle, safety equipment, etc.)
Clinics require a minimum of 4 participants to operate. Advanced registration is required. All prices subject to HST.

SUP Clinics

Join us for a Basic SUP Clinic! In this course you’ll learn how to paddle a paddleboard in calm, sheltered water. You’ll also learn how to safely fall off your board, remounting your board, paddling in different weather conditions, strokes, boating safety, and more!

Discover Kayaking

This 2 hour clinic is a great option for beginner level or inexperienced kayakers, or those who just want to learn a bit more and improve their skills! The perfect clinic for those who want to feel more comfortable paddling.

Cost: $49+HST

Includes: Kayak, gear and instructor.

Basic Kayak Skills

In this one day Paddle Canada Sea Kayak course you'll learn how to paddle in calm conditions, learn basic strokes, and how to get in and out of your kayak safely. We'll also introduce you to assisted and self-rescues. This course runs on non-challenging protected waters with limited wind effect, little or no current, easy landings, and ready access to land-based assistance.
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Cost: $150+HST

Includes: Kayak, gear, instructor and certification fee

Basic Kayak Skills - Female

Covering the same material, we now offer a clinic specifically for female participants. This clinic will also be led by a female instructor, with the goal of creating a comfortable atmosphere for all. In this one day Paddle Canada Sea Kayak course you'll learn how to paddle in calm conditions, learn basic strokes, and how to get in and out of your kayak safely. We'll also introduce you to assisted and self-rescues. This course runs on non-challenging protected waters with limited wind effect, little or no current, easy landings, and ready access to land-based assistance.

Cost: $150+HST

Level 1 Sea Kayak Skills

This comprehensive two day Paddle Canada Sea Kayak course goes beyond the basics in sea kayaking. You’ll learn everything you need to know to comfortably and confidently embark on day-long kayaking trips in relatively calm, sheltered waters.

​Topics covered include:
WET EXITS - Perhaps the most important kayaking skill, you'll learn how to safely exit your kayak in the event of a capsize.

BASIC STROKES - Learn forward and reverse paddling & sweeps, pivoting, stopping, draw strokes, stern rudders and bracing.

SELF-RESCUE AND ASSISTED RESCUE - Learn how to rescue yourself and a friend; essential safety skills for solo and group paddles.

THEORY - We'll cover weather conditions, tides, an introduction to navigation, packing, gear and problem solving. 
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Pre-requisites: Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Basic Skills or equivalent
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Includes: Kayak, gear, instructor and certification fee
Not included: Personal gear, accommodations, lunch and snacks
*Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills certification available