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Located on the banks of the beautiful Payette River, Cascade Kayak School is in the heart of Idaho's famous whitewater. The river becomes an amazing classroom when combined with our staff of exceptional teaching professionals. Under the direction of Tom Long and Chad Long, our kayak staff brings with them years of experience and a passion for teaching.
  • Weekend Classes
  • Private Lessons
  • River Rescue
  • Kids Camps
  • Chilean Experience
  • 2010 Dates

 

Meeting Time: 9:00 AM
Adults $225 (includes lunch and equipment both days)
Intro To Kayaking:
Whether it’s your first time in a boat or you have a little experience, this course will teach you basic strokes and maneuvering starting on flat water and progressing to whitewater. Become familiar with the tools necessary to safely navigate the river. You’ll be amazed by how easily you can learn to paddle with confidence.
Ladies Weekend Out:
The Ladies’ Weekend Out offers the comfort of learning basic strokes, river maneuvers, and whitewater safety with our experienced female instructors. Use this course to build a solid technical base that will allow your paddling skills to advance. Join the ever-growing network of women enjoying the river.

Intermediate Whitewater Class:
For those with previous whitewater experience, this two-day course will cover more advanced stroke mechanics, dynamic maneuvers, and river safety. Personalized instruction which emphasizes the effectiveness of technique will propel you towards the next level of paddling proficiency.
 
Private Lesson:
A private lesson provides a personalized curriculum designed to fit your desires and abilities. One-on-one instruction will allow you to learn at your own pace and focus on each step of your personal paddling progression. If you have a tight schedule or specific learning goals, call us for a private lesson.
$185 per day (includes lunch)
$95 per half-day


Semi Private Lesson:
If you and a paddling friend of similar skill level are looking to accelerate your learning, this personalized instruction is for you. Lessons are tailored to meet your goals and create a foundation that will launch your
kayaking to the next level.
$115 per day (includes lunch)
$70 per half-day


River Rescue Workshop
Our practical approach to river rescue helps reduce risks and build experience in handling river emergencies. Learn about hydrology, rescue equipment, and avoidance procedures-and get lots of practice with each. Choose from NFPA certified courses from the Rescue 3 International curriculum (Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Technical Rope Rescue, and SRT-Advanced), or Cascade Kayak School's 2-day rescue course.
$175 per person (includes lunch)
Meeting Time: 9:00AM

For dates, classes and more information, please visit our site dedicated to water rescues and technical training:
http://www.cascadesafetyinstitute.com

 

 

 
Equipping kids with important life skills through kayaking is our specialty and passion. Few experiences are more rewarding than overcoming a personal challenge, and to offer youngsters this opportunity in a safe and encouraging environment is a rare privilege. Our youth adventures are packed with action and challenges. Each day is designed to teach river skills and build confidence and safety, while the kids have a blast with other young thrill-seekers. Properly sized river equipment is provided for all campers.

Kids Paddling Adventure Overnight Camp

This 4-day overnight camp for kids aged 12-18 is filled with water activities and challenges. Each day will teach river skills and build confidence with safety as the foundation. Kid-designed meals, properly sized equipment and riverside accommodations are provided for each camper.
4-day overnight camp (ages 12-18) $450


Kids Paddling Adventure Day Camp
Meet us at the West YMCA to begin this river day camp. From pool games to whitewater rafting, proper technique to the thrill of the rapids, kids will develop a solid foundation of river skills and enjoyment during these two days.
2-day camp (ages 8-11) $225

For more information, please download our Kids Paddling Adventure flyer.

The Chilean Experience:
$3000 (airfare not included)
From our South American base in the Lake District of Chile, we offer a 13-day instructional kayaking adventure. Escape the winter and hone your kayaking skills amid the active volcanoes, varying whitewater, and summer sun of Pucón.
http://www.thechileanexperience.com

Intro Classes:
May 15-16
May 29-30
June 12-13
June 26-27
July 10-11
July 17-18
July 24-25
August 7-8
August 14-15
August 21-22

Intermediate:
July 3-4
July 31-August 1

Ladies Intro:
June 26-27
July 24-25
August 14-15

River Rescue:
May 22-23
June 12-13

Swiftwater Rescue Technician:
August 13-15
August 14-16 (in Pine ID)
September 14-16
Please visit our River Rescue site for more info and other NFPA water and ropes courses

2-Day Kids Camps:
June 30-July 1
July 26-27
August 9-10

4-Day Kids Overnight Camps:
June 21-24
July 12-15
July 19-22
August 2-5
August 16-19

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