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Albuquerque
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking (level 2)
Kelly is a great tactician with a keen ability to break the rivers'
energy into a series of teaching moments that were both appropriate for
our varying skill levels and allowed each of us to build confidence at every stage throughout the weekend. My goal is to be able to manipulate the river, and all of its energy, with the grace and finesse that Kelly has!
Excellent, well-organized class and instruction. The individualed attention on the Rio Grande trip really helped me put
newfound skills into practice. I also learned many skills
best taught in open river conditions. It's really a pleasure to experience top-notch teaching. --Kate O'Neill, 54yo teacher
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking (level 2) (CE) (FULL)
Excellent, well-organized class and instruction. The individualed attention on the Rio Grande trip really helped me put
newfound skills into practice. I also learned many skills
best taught in open river conditions. It's really a pleasure to experience top-notch teaching. --Kate O'Neill, 54yo teacher
I took the Intro to Kayaking (level 1) class and it was GREAT. I'd actually done a
lot of different types of kayaking (touring, sea, whitewater), but had
never gotten any formal instruction. Wow, what a difference a few hours
makes. I learned a lot of technique that
I had been lacking. Kelly is a great instructor and I was impressed
with how efficiently the class was put together. He is passionate about
enabling people to participate in the sport that he loves. Definitely
recommend this class to anyone interested in learning to kayak!
Intro to Freestyle & Playboat Kayaking (level 4)
My learning curve has been exponential. I never imagined I would learn this much, so fast!
Intro to Freestyle & Playboat Kayaking (level 4)
My learning curve has been exponential. I never imagined I would learn this much, so fast!
Paddle Safety (Kids 5 - 9)
I would wholeheartedly recommend this course. I would also recommend they have several adults in the water, and several "shore-side" as there seemed to be more things to do that I would have expected. Not only for the girls' confidence, but helping turn around the kayaks, getting the girls in and out, etc.
I believe it is important for girls of this age to work together and have fun. This course exceeded my expectations in both teamwork and fun!
Advanced Kayak Touring (level 4)
This weekend course will delve deeper into navigation, chart reading, deep water rescues and towing systems for injured or seasick paddlers, and simulate paddling in ocean currents on the Rio Chama. This will be an overnight trip. Each person will need to pack their camping equipment, clothes, food and other accessories inside their kayak, and be comfortable camping in primitive areas.
Dena Hunt
Zoe Krasney
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Freelance writer & journalist
It is amazing to do something so challenging. I feel like I have accomplished something that I never thought possible.
Great course, tons of information, practice. Marcel and Kelly are the
perfect teaching duo, the Oliver and Stan of coastal waters techniques.
Enjoyed sharing the experience with everyone who attended.
Coastal Kayaking on Inland Waters (level 3)
What an awesome class! Everything clicked into place in my head and my strokes are so much better!
Even though I only took the Intro to Kayak class at the pool prior to the Coastal Kayaking on Inlandwaters 'Kayak Touring'
course, I was confident in performing the wet exit in open waters…the
rescue exercises were by far the biggest asset of the class.
Coastal Kayaking on Inland Waters (level 3)
Even though I only took the Intro to Kayak class at the pool prior to the Coastal Kayaking on Inlandwaters 'Kayak Touring'
course, I was confident in performing the wet exit in open waters…the
rescue exercises were by far the biggest asset of the class.
HIGHLY recommend this course to anyone interested even in local overnight kayaking adventures! Totally loved it!!
Coastal Kayaking on Inland Waters (level 3)
Great course, tons of information, practice. Marcel and Kelly are the
perfect teaching duo, the Oliver and Stan of coastal waters techniques.
Enjoyed sharing the experience with everyone who attended.
Kelly is a very good teacher - he presents learning as fun. His classes are relaxed and low pressure. I picked up many skills and knowledge that will make paddling easier and safer for me in the long run.
Whitewater Kayaking Made Easy (Level 3)
I am impressed with organization and professionalism of Kelly's operation. The teaching methods are good and are reassuring to the extent they convey that the ability to kayak is within the reach for just about anybody (including not-so-young people like me!)
Kelly has a way of transferring his passion for kayaking to everyone who attends a talk, lesson or paddles with him. A very patient and conscientious instructor, I always feel safe during lessons on and off the river. Not only does Kelly teach the sport, he finds ways to help you find your niche and meet others who share the same interest. In addition, the other instructors he brings along are equally as knowledgeable and helpful. If you haven't tried kayaking or want to hone your skills, this is a great place to start.
