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YOUR SOURCE FOR OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & EXPLORATION

We offer a full range of Kayak and Canoe Instructionals.  From sitting in a kayak for the very first time, to perfecting a kayak roll, Frog Hollow can help you gain the comfort you need to safely and efficiently enjoy kayaking.

2010 Dates - Mar 27, Apr 9, 24, May 7, 22, Jun 11, 26, July 16, 31, Aug 13, 28, Sept 10, 25, Oct 15, 30, Nov 12, 27

4-5 hour class covers kayak nomenclature and fundamental kayak skills including basic strokes, concepts in craft handling, wet exits, and rescues in calm water.  Classes are taught in recreational or day touring style kayaks and rotates locations through Falls and Jordan Lakes, and West Point on the Eno. 

INTRO TO KAYAK - Beginner

2010 Dates - Apr 10, July 11, Aug 22,  Sept 26

Do you feel comfortable with your strokes?  Do you want to learn or have a refresher on wet exits, numerous open water rescues, etc?  If so, then this is the class for you!  Spend half a day learning and fine tuning all of these invaluable skills that every kayaker should know for themselves and the sake of the others they paddle with.

DEEP/OPEN WATER RESCUE - Beginner to Advanced

2010 Dates - Mar 28, May 23, Jul18, Oct 17

River reading, eddy turns, peel outs, and upstream ferrying, identifying hazards, and basic self rescue, are just some of the fundamental river skills that are covered in this class.  These sessions take place in stable recreational kayaks not white water kayaks.

RIVER KAYAK FUNDAMENTALS - Beginner River Kayaker

2010 Dates - Apr 18, June 13, Aug 15, Nov 07

This daylong class will focus on equipment, basic navigation, braces, maneuvers, wet exits, safety and numerous rescue scenarios.  Gain the confidence you need to truly enjoy a full day out on the water in a touring kayak.

TOURING KAYAK FUNDAMENTALS - Beginner to Intermediate

Private lessons only (2 people min) 

This 3 hour class will introduce the skills you need to paddle with efficiency & confidence in the bow or stern position of a canoe.  We will cover equipment, strokes, maneuvers, safety, and rescues.  Course can be lengthened to cover BSA Canoeing Merit Badge requirements.

$55 per person (2-4 participants) / $45 per person (5-8 participants) / Groups of 8+ please call for pricing

CANOE INSTRUCTION - Beginner to Intermediate

Private sessions only

Work one on one with an instructor to focus on your specific paddling needs.  First time paddler, white water kayak & touring/sea kayak sessions available.

$55 per hour

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION - Beginner to Advanced

Kayak/Canoe Instruction

To Register Call

919-416-1200

Kayak Primer and Family Instruction - Beginner

Please call to make a reservation

Not sure about taking a 5 hour class?  Does a quick 45 min to hour long class sound like a better place to start for you or your kids?  Then you should check out our Kayak Primer Classes available at the West Point on the Eno Outpost.  Click here to Learn More.

$10-$14 per person (+ hourly rental fee)