Advanced registration is required. Morning or afternoon sessions available. Lessons offered:

Kayaking Level I

This class is designated for the person who has always wanted to try whitewater kayaking. A 2.5 hour introduction to whitewater kayaking instruction class begins with complete gear outfitting and basic safety instruction. The instructor will begin on flat water and progress to the whitewater course with instruction of paddling techniques, ferrying, and peel ins/outs. Classes will begin by fitting students for gear and boats.

Kayak Level II

Prerequisite: Ray’s Level I or previous whitewater kayaking experience including ferries and eddy turns on class I whitewater. In this 2.5 hour clinic we will introduce* and teach the roll in a step by step progression. Rolling your kayak will give you confidence in your paddling! Following rolling technique we will expand on techniques learned in the Level I course through practice in Class II current and you will learn the basics of river running, reading the current, and safety techniques. Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting.

*Please note: Learning to roll takes time, patience, and is tiring. After you learn the basics in this course you will have the tools to be able to practice with a partner on your own, however for the majority of paddlers even the most experienced, it is unlikely you will successfully complete a roll on every attempt after this lesson.

Kayak Level III

Prerequisite: Ray’s Level II or similar whitewater experience AND ability to do a kayak roll. In this 2.5 hour clinic we will review previous techniques learned in level I & II classes and move into advanced river running from the top of the course down. We will also introduce the paddler to beginning playboating techniques such as surfing. Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting.

General Information for All Classes:

All Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your session. Note your height and weight on registration forms so appropriate gear and boats can be selected. No refunds within 30 days of the training.

Safety Requirements:
What we provide: Kayak, Spray skirt, Paddle, Personal flotation device, Helmet, ACA Instructors and water time. What to bring: Wear synthetic blend of clothing; Secure Footwear—tennis shoes, water shoes or river sandals (NO FLIP FLOPS!); Wear the basic swimsuit, shorts, shirt, and then build from there for the weather (100% Polyester or a wetsuit is best); Sunscreen; Hat or visor, Sunglasses with chums.

ACA Membership required – Available on site starting at $5. Completed WKCC Waiver and completed ACA Waiver also required.   WKCC Waiver — ACA Adult Waiver — ACA Minor (under 18) Waiver

This 1 day class will focus on safety for rescuers at the Wausau Whitewater course as well as the equipment and rope work to go with them. You will learn knots, throw bag use, strong swimmer techniques, V-lower, and simple rope systems. You will be able to experience the force of the swiftwater in different rescue situations.  It will feature hands-on training, in-water to gain skills in performing rescues in swiftwater conditions. Anyone is welcome to attend. If you are a paddler, fisherman, or boating enthusiast, you will benefit.

Want to take the class for FREE?  Just volunteer on our Safety Team for 2 (two) Wausau Kayak / Canoe Corporation Event Days during the 2013 Season and you will receive a full refund!

Equipment and materials will be provided.

ACA Membership required – Available on site starting at $5. Completed WKCC Waiver and completed ACA Waiver also required.   WKCC Waiver — ACA Adult Waiver — ACA Minor (under 18) Waiver

Advanced registration is required. The Whitewater Full Weekend Class is a new option geared toward beginner paddlers! This course offers over 14 hours of instruction. Things that will be covered during the weekend include paddling terminology, rescue procedures, water maneuvers, stroke techniques, rolls (at instructors discretion), river reading, whitewater practice, and river running to name a few. (This is comparable to the Level 4 Whitewater Kayaking offered on the ACA website.)

General Information for All Classes:

All Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your session. Note your height and weight on registration forms so appropriate gear and boats can be selected. No refunds within 30 days of the training.

Safety Requirements:

What we provide: Kayak, Spray skirt, Paddle, Personal flotation device, Helmet, ACA Instructors and water time. What to bring: Wear synthetic blend of clothing; Secure Footwear—tennis shoes, water shoes or river sandals (NO FLIP FLOPS!); Wear the basic swimsuit, shorts, shirt, and then build from there for the weather (100% Polyester or a wetsuit is best); Sunscreen; Hat or visor, Sunglasses with chums.

ACA Membership required – Available on site starting at $5. Completed WKCC Waiver and completed ACA Waiver also required.   WKCC Waiver — ACA Adult Waiver — ACA Minor (under 18) Waiver

Advanced registration is required. Morning or afternoon sessions available. Lessons offered:

Kayaking Level I

This class is designated for the person who has always wanted to try whitewater kayaking. A 2.5 hour introduction to whitewater kayaking instruction class begins with complete gear outfitting and basic safety instruction. The instructor will begin on flat water and progress to the whitewater course with instruction of paddling techniques, ferrying, and peel ins/outs. Classes will begin by fitting students for gear and boats.

Kayak Level II

Prerequisite: Ray’s Level I or previous whitewater kayaking experience including ferries and eddy turns on class I whitewater. In this 2.5 hour clinic we will introduce* and teach the roll in a step by step progression. Rolling your kayak will give you confidence in your paddling! Following rolling technique we will expand on techniques learned in the Level I course through practice in Class II current and you will learn the basics of river running, reading the current, and safety techniques. Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting.

*Please note: Learning to roll takes time, patience, and is tiring. After you learn the basics in this course you will have the tools to be able to practice with a partner on your own, however for the majority of paddlers even the most experienced, it is unlikely you will successfully complete a roll on every attempt after this lesson.

Kayak Level III

Prerequisite: Ray’s Level II or similar whitewater experience AND ability to do a kayak roll. In this 2.5 hour clinic we will review previous techniques learned in level I & II classes and move into advanced river running from the top of the course down. We will also introduce the paddler to beginning playboating techniques such as surfing. Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting.

General Information for All Classes:

All Classes will begin with boat and gear outfitting. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your session. Note your height and weight on registration forms so appropriate gear and boats can be selected. No refunds within 30 days of the training.

Safety Requirements:
What we provide: Kayak, Spray skirt, Paddle, Personal flotation device, Helmet, ACA Instructors and water time. What to bring: Wear synthetic blend of clothing; Secure Footwear—tennis shoes, water shoes or river sandals (NO FLIP FLOPS!); Wear the basic swimsuit, shorts, shirt, and then build from there for the weather (100% Polyester or a wetsuit is best); Sunscreen; Hat or visor, Sunglasses with chums.

ACA Membership required – Available on site starting at $5. Completed WKCC Waiver and completed ACA Waiver also required.   WKCC Waiver — ACA Adult Waiver — ACA Minor (under 18) Waiver

Paddlers who register for the clinic will receive a 2-day clinic with Jackson sponsored boaters and one free entry into the Midwest Freestyle Championships (lunch will be provided all 4 days). Keep in mind women can compete with the men in freestyle expert / intermediate / beginner classes. There is also a separate Women’s class. Teams for the team event will be chosen at random on Saturday. All paddlers entering the clinic must have a solid roll. Instructors for this great clinic include Colin Kemp and John McConville. Colin has paddled for over 25 years and instructs freestyle clinics across the Nation as the Program Director for World Kayak and Jackson Kayak. John travels across the country instructing kayaking and paddling some of the most challenging rivers and creeks. John is also a former Midwest Freestyle Champion, multiple times!

All paddlers entering the clinic must fill out the skill level questionnaire within this document prior to entering the clinic.

Safety Requirements: Equipment Needed: Helmet, Approved life jacket (PFD), and boat flotation bags are required in your boat.  Each paddler is responsible for their own safety.

ACA Membership required – Available on site starting at $5. Completed WKCC Waiver and completed ACA Waiver also required.   WKCC Waiver – ACA Adult Waiver – ACA Minor (under 18) Waiver

Jackson Clinic – Midwest Freestyle Registration 2013