2-HOURS ($60) YOU BRING YOUR KAYAK

The Quick-Start Your Kayak workshop is an introduction to paddling a kayak with a focus on the unique variables on Shark River. See our Calendar for the next scheduled workshop.

Students are presented with basic information on dressing to paddle safely and potential hazards and simple rescues.

A minimal paddle skill set is presented and practiced, allowing students to safely and comfortably maneuver on still water.

*We have a minimum of four participants for this workshop.

$60 includes 60 minutes of instruction and up to a 15 minute drive from Shark River Hills. Small fuel surcharge for further distances. Please contact us to schedule your hands-on lesson.

We will come to your house and assist you with learning to tie down your kayak safely to your vehicle using your equipment and kayak racks to help ensure safe transportation.

If you have not purchased your kayak transportation and tie down accessories yet we can assist you with choosing what will be best for your needs based on the kayak and vehicle you plan to use.

We highly recommend Brielle Cyclery for Thule kayak rack products. Tell them we sent you!

We can provide private lessons one on one or in a small group (up to three people). Our instructor rate is $60/hour and does not include kayak rental. We typically schedule Private Lessons outside of our regular rental schedule. Please contact us to schedule.

Personal kayaks are welcome in a lesson, or you may rent ours. We will include our “Ultimate Upgrade” and a discount of $5 off a kayak rental coordinated with a lesson.

Please send us a note if you’re interested to be added to our list for the next scheduled ACA course.

Paddle Time Kayaks is proud to offer Level 1 & 2 American Canoe Association (ACA) Skills & Assessment courses.

The class ratio is 5 students to 1 instructor. We require a minimum of four students in each class. Our courses are appropriate for all kayak craft, including decked kayaks, inflatables and sit on tops. Its assumed all boats will be paddled solo.

Course cost assumes you will provide your own equipment. Our kayaks are available to rent for $25.

For ACA skills assessment certification, participant must be or become a member of the American Canoe Association.

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Level 1/2: Essentials of Sit-on-Top Kayaking - approximately 5 hours ($125)

The Essentials of Sit-on-Top (SOT) Kayaking course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals in public, private or commercial setting. This course is designed specifically for SOT kayaks only. Perfect for Shark River

Level 1/2: Essentials of Kayak Touring - approximately 8 hours ($200)

The Essentials of Kayak Touring course is designed to teach beginner paddlers to safely and enjoyably kayak on lakes, calm protected ocean environments, and other flat-water settings. A more detailed look into the sport of kayaking is presented.