Kayaking Classes and Private Lessons

Kayaking Classes

Improve your kayaking skills! Whether you're a first-timer or a looking to advance from beginner to intermediate, we've got a class for you.

Check back for 2025 dates.

Private Kayak Lessons

Learn basic river navigation and become a more confident paddler!

Lessons are offered in various locations. You can learn to kayak or advance your skills! 

Kayak lessons are hosted by our professional kayak instructors. We offer private 1-1 and group instruction to improve your paddling technique, water navigation and overall comfort to enjoy different types of water environments in your boat. You can provide your own kayak and equipment or use ours.

Intermediate Flatwater – Refine your paddling skills for more comfortable and enjoyable kayaking experiences on lakes and slow flowing rivers. Approximately 2 hours.

Intro to River Running – You’ll learn basic river navigation and become a more confident paddler. Approximately 3 hours. 

Dates and Times: 

Flexible based on instructor availability. 

Locations: 

Various locations around the Catawba-Wateree River Basin. 

Cost: 

Private lessons are $75 per guest 

Group lessons are $60 per guest (2-5 guests) 

10% discount for Catawba Riverkeeper members 

Learn More: 

Contact Mission Engagement Manager Greg Nance greg@catawabariverkeeper.org or call 704-679-9494 ext. 108 to learn about your options and coordinate your lesson.