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home > kayak instruction > Kayaking 302 : Rock Hopping Full day course Negotiating rocks Maneuvering within rocks Rough water surf landings Swimming rescues Towing in rocks Understanding shoreline dynamics So much of the action on the sea happens along the edges, where the rocks, beaches and shorelines meet the dynamic and sometimes sneaky ocean. It is a place just waiting to be explored by you and your kayak, and EMS Kayak School instructors are here to help you. Most of the strokes taught in programs like Strokes and Rescues or Ocean motion and Movement become essential in this class, allowing you too properly and progress into those more challenging environments. This full day program will introduce you to the wonderful world of rock gardens, reefs and kelp forests along New England’s coastline. You will learn to explore this ever changing environment by blending control, support and propulsion strokes with boat edging, body position and timing to dance with the sea.

Cost $115 per person Dates July 17 August 28 Private course dates available upon request Start/ End 9am to approximately 4pm Meeting Location Kings Beach Fishing Area off Ocean Drive in Newport, RI. Prerequisite Strokes and Rescues Course, Ocean Motion and Movement Course or equivalent 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!