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home > kayak instruction > Kayaking 202 : Ocean Motion and Movement Full day course Stroke use in open water Weather tides and currents Route selection Basic navigation Towing Open water rescues Equipment selection Intro to signaling devices VHF protocol This class is designed for those paddlers who want to venture into the ocean with increased stroke efficiency, better seamanship skills and boat control. Ocean Motion and Movement is an extension of our Strokes and Rescues course and takes place on open water. We begin the day with some planning and quickly set out on our journey across the bay. This is a chance to put your essential strokes to work in an ocean environment complete with some wind and wave action, and to broaden your skill set with basic navigation techniques, marine weather analysis and trip planning including float plans, risk assessment and emergency preparedness.

Cost $115 per person Dates May 30 June 27 July 18 August 15 September 5 Private course dates available upon request Start/ End 9am to approximately 4pm Meeting Location URI Bay Campus in Narragansett, RI Prerequisite Strokes and Rescues Course or equivalent kayak experience Includes Kayak, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket/wetsuit if needed. 20% discount coupon to Eastern Mountain Sports. Paddlers can bring their own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by instructor. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Does Not Include Lodging, transportation, meals, personal gear and clothing.

WHAT TO BRING? Shop for Gear! Please come dressed for the weather and prepared with the appropriate gear and clothing for your kayak program. Below is a list of gear and clothing recommended by the Eastern Mountain Sports Kayak School. If you have any questions please call 800-310-4504. Neoprene long or short sleeve top Neoprene is recommended. Any non-cotton material is appropriate as well. Non-cotton pants or shorts This will depend on the weather and season. Wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring, summer and early fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling. Water shoes Can be provided by the Kayak School upon request. No open toed shoes please. Food and Water Lunch and snacks (sandwich, chips, bars, etc...) 1 liter or more of water Additional Items Sunglasses Sunscreen Hat Bug spray Camera Dry bag (optional) Extra change of clothes and towel Kayak School will provide You are welcome to bring your own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by the instructor. Call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Kayak (singles and tandems) Paddle PFD Spray skirt Spray jacket Wet suit Dry suit (seasonal) Missing anything on this list? Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!