Getting in from a dockGetting in and out of the kayak is easy if you know the tricks. Probably the...
Startup
Getting in from a shoreSometimes there is no dock nearby so getting into the kayak will be a little...
Keeping balanceKayaks are made narrow so that they move easily on the water. This means that...
Paddling gear & kayak partsLearn the names of most essential paddling gear and kayak parts....
How to hold the paddleBefore we start paddling, we need to learn the correct technique to hold the...
Paddling basics
Good kayak paddling techniqueLearning how to paddle a kayak forward is easy. But focusing on a proper...
Paddle as stern rudderThere are several methods to make the kayak go to a desired direction. The...
Forward and reverse sweep strokesIt might sound quite obvious that to make the kayak turn, you just have to...
Carving turnsCarving turns is a real asset to other turning methods. This technique can be...
Moving sideways with sculling drawWhen you want to move alongside a dock or a friend's kayak, one of the best...
Paddling backwardsPaddling backwards technique is much the same as reversed forward paddling and...
Safe kayakingKayaking is a relatively safe sport, but all paddlers should be prepared for...
Safety skills
Exiting a capsized kayakLuckily, getting out of a capsized kayak is usually almost automatic. But...
Assisted kayak emptyingIf you have fallen and decide to climb back into your kayak, it is usually...
Emptying kayak by selfUsually a capsized kayak can be emptied fairly well without assistance....
Heel hook rescueThere are numerous different methods to assist an unfortunate paddler back to...
Paddle float re-entryAt least for a lone paddler it is really important to have a paddle float and...
Braces and rolling basicsOne step towards the total control of your kayak is being able to recover your...
Braces & eskimo roll
Low braceIf you have lost your balance slightly and are about to fall over, the low...
High braceIf you have lost your balance big time and you don't have the time to perform a...
How to do eskimo rollEskimo roll is the best and safest technique to recover yourself if you ever...