At Sea Kayak Connecticut, we believe in student-centered instruction that engages our clients and produces successful outcomes. Our coastal kayak instructors are certified by the American Canoe Association (ACA), and our teaching fleet consists of composite sea kayaks, neoprene skirts, carbon-shaft paddles, and breathable life jackets.

POOL PROGRAMS
INTRODUCTION CLASSES
ADVANCED CLASSES
PRIVATE LESSONS

POOL PROGRAMS

Our winter indoor pool programs allow paddlers to comfortably practice, and improve their skills during the colder months of the year. The programs include open pool sessions, rescue classes, and kayak rolling instruction. All offerings are held concurrently at the Norwalk High School from January through April and are suitable for all skill levels. Paddlers bring their own equipment (kayak, skirt, life jacket, and paddle) to use or rent equipment for $50 per session.

Open Pool Sessions

Practice rolling, bracing, and rescues in the comfort of a heated indoor pool.

Sundays (Jan – Apr) 3:30-6:30 pm | 3 hours | Norwalk High School
$30 per session | Equipment not included
$80 per session | Rental equipment included
No experience necessary

Pool Rolling Class

Develop your rolling technique with ACA certified instructors in the shallow end of a heated indoor pool.

Sundays (Jan – Apr) 3:30-6:30 pm | 3 hours | Norwalk High School
$140 per class | Equipment not included
$190 per class | Rental equipment included
No experience necessary

INTRODUCTION CLASSES

Introduction to Sea Kayaking

Designed for the beginner to intermediate paddler, this class covers sea kayaking equipment, strokes, and maneuvers.

No experience necessary | Sea Kayaks | 3 hours | $120

Recovery and Rescues

An in-depth course to help paddlers recover from a capsize and re-enter a sea kayak.

No experience necessary | Sea Kayaks | 2 hours | $110

Introduction to Stand Up Paddleboarding

Catered to the novice paddler, this class covers equipment, technique, strokes, and maneuvers.

No experience necessary | Stand Up Paddleboard | 1.5 hours | $80

ADVANCED CLASSES

Advanced Strokes and Maneuvers

Discover how to unlock the hidden potential within a sea kayak.

Some experience recommended | Sea Kayaks | 3 hours | $125

Rough Water and Tidal Currents

Learn to launch, land, and handle a sea kayak in rough water.

Some experience recommended | Sea Kayaks | 4 hours | $150

PRIVATE LESSONS

Private sessions are available for all of our instructional programs. If you are unable to attend one of regularly scheduled classes, contact us directly, and we will pair you with an instructor and paddling gear on the day and time of your choosing.

Private Sea Kayak Instruction

Schedule a private class with an ACA Certified Coastal Kayak Instructor.

No experience necessary | Sea Kayaks | 2 hours $240| 3 hours $300

Bracing and Rolling

Learn to roll a sea kayak.

No experience necessary | Sea Kayaks | 2 hours | $240

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