Highlights Intermediate paddling techniques Downwind surfing skills Enhanced remount proficiency Navigation and route planning Safety in dynamic conditions CLASS DESCRIPTION Building upon the foundational skills acquired in the Introductory Surfski Class, this intermediate session is designed for paddlers aiming to refine their technique and gain confidence in more challenging conditions.…
Become a Confident and Capable ACA Instructor Sea Trek’s ACA Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Development Workshop (IDW) and Instructor Certification Exam (ICE) is your pathway into professional paddlesports instruction. This course equips you with the skills, knowledge, and leadership experience to effectively teach beginner kayakers in calm,…
About This course is for sea kayakers who would like to have their personal skills and technical knowledge assessed against a national standard. The Level 3 Skills Assessment is also the prerequisite for those wishing to pursue the ACA’s Level 3 Open Water Coastal Kayak Trip Leader or Instructor Certification.…
About Interested in becoming an American Canoe Association L3 Instructor or stepping up your leadership and teaching skills? The Bay Area is one of the best classrooms for developing skills and building confidence as an instructor. You’ll have the chance to train and assess in an exciting environment with quick-changing…
Highlights Efficiency and technique Safety equipment Remounts Stability Risk tolerance CLASS DESCRIPTION Whether you’re curious, want to go fast on waves, or improve your paddling fitness, this class is suitable for beginner to advanced sea kayakers and people with zero experience as we will break down the specific technique for…
Highlights Focus on safe paddling Learn kayak strokes for efficient paddling Gain the confidence to rent from Sea Trek and paddle on your own Includes short kayak tour Expert instruction CLASS DESCRIPTION In this three-hour class we emphasize safety on the water by reviewing tides and currents, local weather patterns,…
Highlights Prerequisites: Intro to Sea Kayak, SUP or Surfski. Improve your cardiovascular capacity Get stronger and more efficient on the water Have fun and make new paddling friends! Incorporate water activity into your training to diversify muscle activation. Improve your overall health and wellbeing. CLASS DESCRIPTION Sweat, get your heart…
Highlights Short kayak trip along Sausalito’s waterfront See local wildlife View the houseboat community Learn basics of kayaking Professional guides ensure a safe, fun experience SEE A NEW SIDE OF SAUSALITO We start from our location at the Bay Model, where everyone gets equipped with life jackets, paddles, and our…
Highlights Learn essential rescues Expert instructors Build your confidence on the water Have fun! CLASS DESCRIPTION When you are just starting out as a kayaker, it’s important to build your confidence along with your skills. This all-day weekend class is dedicated to building enough of a knowledge base that you…
Highlights Prerequisite: Must have taken Introductory Sea Kayaking class within the last 3 months Refine your strokes Practice your rescues Expert instruction Build your boat handling skills CLASS DESCRIPTION Paddling your sea kayak in the open water can be much more difficult than paddling in protected areas. The intermediate paddling…
Highlights Nighttime kayak trip along Sausalito’s waterfront Learn the basics of sea kayaking Professional guides ensure a safe, fun experience Experience the local houseboat community See resident harbor seals along our route Enjoy views of the S.F. skyline as the moon rises A MOONLIT PADDLE THROUGH SAUSALITO’S WATERFRONT We paddle…
Highlights Fun introduction to kayaking basics A chance to explore Sausalito’s waterfront Pace geared toward families and children Views of local wildlife Professional guides keep your trip safe and entertaining ENJOY A KAYAK TRIP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY We start from our location in Bay Model, and get everyone equipped…
Highlights Prerequisites: Introductory Sea Kayaking, Intermediate Sea Kayaking Practice rescues in Raccoon Strait Paddle to Angel Island Refine your skills Expert instructors CLASS DESCRIPTION This class tests your advanced kayaking skills in rough water conditions. We'll paddle to Angel Island across the deep water channel called Raccoon Strait. In this…
Overview This workshop is designed to help you fine-tune your stroke and make it more efficient and intentional, bringing awareness to where you might need to slightly modify the stroke to find spots where you might be losing power. Here's some of what we'll cover: On Land We’ll discuss boat…
Overview This workshop is designed to help you fine-tune your forward stroke with a single blade, making it more efficient and intentional. We’ll help you bring awareness to small adjustments that can reduce energy loss and increase power and control. On Land Paddle and board fitting, posture, and injury prevention…
Highlights Learn the basic strokes Get comfortable on the boards Expert instruction Calm protected waters CLASS DESCRIPTION This 2 – 2.5-hour class teaches you the basics of stand-up paddling. We’ll spend the first 30 minutes on land demonstrating paddling technique followed by hands on practice. Next, we go over launching…
Highlights See the iconic Golden Gate Bridge from the water More paddling than our Paddle the Gate trip Dramatic views of Alcatraz and Angel Island Professional guides will keep you entertained TRAVEL FROM SAUSALITO TO THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE This trip is similar to our Paddle the Gate Kayak Tour…
Highlights Prerequisite: Introductory SUP class within the last year Improve your technique Learn new strokes Expert instruction Build your board handling skills CLASS DESCRIPTION Ready to progress your SUP paddling? This 2 – 2.5-hour class will help bring your SUP skills up to speed. Learn how to increase your efficiency…
Highlights Prerequisites: Introductory SUP, Intermediate SUP Refine your technique Learn advanced strokes and footwork Expert instruction Build efficiency and endurance CLASS DESCRIPTION Interested in joining a tour or excursion? This class will prepare you for the dynamic waters of the open Bay and take your paddling to the next level.…
Highlights Take a kayak under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge See the natural beauty along the Marin Headlands Receive a thorough kayaking orientation from our guides An exciting 3-hour trip under an American landmark SEE THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE—FROM BELOW! We start from Horseshoe Cove. Because this trip can deal…