Sea Kayak Edging and Bracing Class - Learn to Brace & Edge Your Sea Kayak
Portland - Jantzen Beach: 503.285.0464
Portland - Boathouse: 503.285.1819
Portland - Class RSVP: 888.571.4545
Bend: 541.317.9407
Newsletter
Email Newsletter icon, E-mail Newsletter icon, Email List icon, E-mail List iconSignup

 
 
Home  :: Kayak Instruction Classes  :: Sea Kayak Classes  :: Sea Kayak Edging & Bracing
 basic skills kayak
 full immersion sea kayak 1
 full immersion sea kayak 2
 edging & brace
 rolling
 strokes & maneuvers
 rescues
 forward stroke clinic
 foundation rescue & safety training
 coastal navigation & tidal planning
 stroke refinement
 paddling in conditions
 tidal currents
 surf zone skills
 ross island tour
 bachelor island tour
 san juan islands 4 day tour
 chinook landing tour
 sea yakatak
 private instruction and guiding
 bcu 1 star sea assessment
 bcu 2 star sea assessment
 bcu 3 star sea assessment
 bcu 4 star sea assessment
 foundation rescue & safety training
 coastal navigation & tidal planning
 
Most Popular Sea Kayaking Gear
Eddyline Kayaks Whisper Carbonlite
 

$2,999.99

in Tandem Touring Kayaks
Native Watercraft Ultimate 12
 

Ultimate 12

$969.00

in Basic Recreation Kayaks
Werner Paddles Skagit Straight Shaft
 

$180.00

in Touring Paddles
Kokatat Watersports Wear MsFIT Tour
 

MsFIT Tour

$142.00

in Kayak Touring PFD's
Native Watercraft Ultimate 16 Bow Skirt
 

$159.00

in Kayak Touring Skirts
Kayak Cookery
 

$12.95

in Sea Kayak Touring Books
Sea Kayak Rolling DVD
 

$26.95

in Instructional Kayak Touring DVD's

: Edging & Bracing

Upcoming Foundation Classes
 3/13 - 3/14   Full Immersion Sea Kayak 2
@ 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
 3/24   Bracing and Edging -Portland
@ 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
 3/24   Rolling - Portland
@ 08:30 PM - 09:30 PM
 3/28   Rescues - Portland
@ 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
 4/1   Full Immersion Sea Kayak 2
@ 07:00 PM - 09:30 PM
 4/3 - 4/4   Full Immersion Sea Kayak 2
@ 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
 4/4   Strokes and Maneuvers- Portland
@ 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

See Entire Foundation Class Schedule
 
1.5 Hours
Adult: $40

ALL PADDLING GEAR PROVIDED
FOUNDATION LEVEL: Introductory experience required

This class is offered in the Portland area.


For the Paddler who wants to prevent the unexpected turnover. Learn wet exits, Edging, and recovery strokes (bracing) in the comfort of a heated pool.

Classes are taught every other week in the winter and by request in the summer.



888.571.4545

Outline:  Edging & Bracing

  • Wet re-entries
  • Wet exits
  • Edging the boat using your body
  • Edging the boat combined with strokes
  • Concepts of capsize prevention
  • Basics of bracing


  • In the pool, You Will Need:

    - Retention device for your glasses(i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)
    - Synthetic top (thermal underwear)
    - Rain coat and rain pants
    - Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit
    - Towel and change of clothes for ride home

    Optional Gear:
    - Nose plugs
    - Swim goggles

    Meeting Place/Directions:
    This class meets at the North Clackamas Aquatic Center. You will receive detailed instructions and a map with your confirmation packet.

    If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.

    Call for more information.

    888.571.4545

      Home About Us Kayak Classes & Tours Shop Online Gear Rentals Events News Links Rafting Trips
     
     
    Our Store Locations:   Portland - Boathouse - Bend - Tualatin
     
    Shop Online:   Touring Kayaks - Recreational Kayaks - Whitewater Kayaks - Kayak Paddles - Life Jackets (PFD's) - Kayak Sprayskirts - Kayaking Helmets - Dry Tops
     
    Our Kayak Gear Brands:   Astral Buoyancy Company - Dagger Kayaks - Eddyline Kayaks - Heritage Kayaks - Jackson Kayak - Kokatat Watersports Wear - Liquid Logic Kayaks - Mountain Surf - Nigel Dennis Kayaks - Northwest River Supply - Patagonia - Ruff Wear - Snap Dragon - Sweet Protection - Thule Racks - Valley Kayaks - We-no-nah Canoe - Werner Paddles - Yakima Racks
     
    © 1999 - 2010 Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe. No reproduction without permission.
     
    website hosted and developed by    Quicksilver Interactive Media, Inc.