
Moving water
This multi-week pool class is designed for anyone who wishes to learn to kayak on rivers from Class I to Class III. The course is held on weekends starting in January. Each session is four hours divided equally between classroom and the pool. No previous experience is necessary, please contact us for essential eligibility criteria. The club has some loaner equipment for students need it.
Topics such as boat types, gear, clothing, paddle strokes, river features, knots, river safety, fitness, edging, bracing, assisted and self rescues, and rolling will be covered.
The class is intended to be followed by our Beginners Series of river trips, where students will paddle progressively more difficult rivers and creeks in the Lehigh Valley area.
Registration is closed for 2025. Look for the 2026 program registration in fall 2025