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Kayak instruction: Potomac Paddlesports: Beginner whitewater

August 3, 2:59 PMDC Kayaking ExaminerStu Griffith
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Image © Potomac Paddlesports.

Potomac Paddlesports offers a comprehensive whitewater kayaking program for beginners, providing free use of high-quality equipment, learn-at-your-own-pace scheduling, free weekly practice nights, free "anytime" rentals at our retail store, and access to a unique social network. 

Their instructors are all certified by the American Canoe Association, and a significant portion their lesson fee goes to efforts aimed at restoring and protecting the Potomac River.

 Level 1 Package Beginner Package | $585

This course allows you two years to master whitewater kayaking at your own pace. Staff will develop your skills over the course of four classes and weekly practice nights. Classes can be taken to fit your schedule. All equipment is provided.


Image © Potomac Paddlesports.

Whitewater Fundamentals Lesson | $125

For folks who would rather dip their toe over diving in head first, Potomac Paddlesports offers a fun-filled, 5 hour lesson on flat water. The course focuses on paddlers becoming comfortable in their boats, under the water, and rolling the kayak. The flat water environment, students can expect to learn the basics faster. And, if in the end you realize you should have signed up for the bigger package, you are able to upgrade.

Upgrade to Beginner Lesson Package | $495

Picking up where Whitewater Fundamentals left off, this class is made up of lessons 2-4: two indoor rolling lessons. Students will also get free weekly practice nights, post-practice social events, free equipment rentals, as well as a golden opportunity to network with paddlers at the same skill level.

For more info: Visit the Potomac Paddlesports web site for more information.


Potomac Paddlesports | map
11917 Maple Avenue
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 881-BOAT | email

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