Kayak ABC in Soomaa
Kayaking ABC is a one-day sea kayaking basic technical skills training in Soomaa. The training program is designed based on the needs of beginning kayak owners, with an emphasis on technical skills. You will get to know the techniques of steering the kayak, paddling forward, preventing capsizing, saving yourself and others in depth.
Completing the training is a good preparation for participating in the "Flowing Water" training.
The training starts with gathering at 10:30 at Karuskosel.
The price includes all necessary equipment: boat, oar, safety vest, splash apron, dry suit, helmet, gloves, shoes for dry suit.
Participation in the course is one of the prerequisites for renting Sea Kayaking Estonia sea kayaks.
DETAILED INFO
Training begins at 10:30 in Karuskosel, ends ca 16:00. Sauna after training.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND TERMS
In case of cancellation of booked and paid trainings 21 days before the training, the entire participation fee will be refunded. If the training is canceled at least 72 hours before the training, 50% of the participation fee will be returned. If the training is canceled less than 24 hours before the event, the participation fee will not be refunded.
WHAT TO BRING
Paddling outfit:
Dress according to the water and air temperature. In early spring, dress according to the water temperature. At water temperatures below 10C, a warm headgear and a thicker layer of fleece under the dry suit is recommended.
You should wear water-resistant shoes. If you can't find something suitable, you can borrow neoprene for surfing from us.
You could wear a warm hat.
Dry suits are provided by SKE if required.
The gloves should be warmer, made of 3-5 mm neoprene, if necessary, you can get suitable gloves from us.
You should take it with you lunch, snacks and preferably a warm drink.
BC PADDLE DISCOVER
1. Preparation
Before going on the water, you need to choose the right equipment and know how to use the equipment properly. Key topics to think about:
What am I wearing? What are my options? How will the equipment affect my planned activities? Do you know how to use personal safety equipment? What equipment do I use? What are the possibilities of using the equipment? Why prefer one to another? How to use the equipment? What to do with problem equipment? Think about what accessories the shore could benefit from?
2. On the shore
When going into the water, you should have an idea of the rowing place you have chosen and how to get there. The main topics to think about are: water and weather (wind, thunder, precipitation).
Think about these factors and ask yourself questions to make sure the decision is good.
Factor: Type of body of water
What you should know: Are you in stagnant or running water? What is the current water level? How does this affect your day on the water? Where are you allowed to go and are there any restricted areas on the way?
Factor: Weather
What to watch? What is the weather forecast? How do wind speed and direction affect you?
Factor: Access to water
What is the most accessible place to start? How to reduce possible shore damage by going into the water? What are the best techniques for entering and carrying a boat? Could you go need tools?
3. On the water
When on the water, you should be aware of your surroundings and other users of the water body. The main skills are being able to stay calm in all situations and the ability to steer the boat.
Factor: Other users
You should consider who or what is still floating on the water. What to do with the etiquette? How can I reduce disturbance to aquatic life?
Skill: Boat steering
You should know: How to move forward and steer the boat? How to brake and get back to the beginning? How does the position of your body affect the boat?
4. After rowing
Every time spent on the water gives you the opportunity to learn something new and become more skilled. For the next time, it is very useful to have an adequate summary of the day.
Watch others: It is useful to watch other rowers on the water. What techniques do they use? Are they rowing differently than you? Where can this come from?
Evaluate your experience: What did you learn today? What went well? What could have been done differently? How did your choice of equipment affect today's experience? What skills would you like to focus on next time? Interested in exploring another rowing discipline or field?
5. Further development
Every day spent on the water develops your skills and knowledge, creating more and more pleasant experiences on the water. Since no experience is exactly the same, you always learn something new.
Continuous analysis of the decisions made ensures the development of natural judgment. If you wish, you may want to consider whether you want to specialize in a particular activity or continue the discipline on a specific path, such as the Sea Kayak Award or the Canoeing Award.