Rec Kayak Clinic #1: Basic River Kayak Paddling Strokes & Boat Control

Recreational Kayak Clinic #1 - June 5, 2025

Basic River Kayak Paddling Strokes and Boat Control

Laura Lipkin - Lead Instructor

This clinic will address both proper recreational kayak seating position and stroke form for good ergonomics, efficient paddling, and preserved stamina on the river. We will work on a solid forward stroke to power the kayak and a reliable backward stroke for slowing down, navigating moving water in twisty streams, and stopping the boat. We will be using sweep strokes to turn the boat and draw strokes to move it sideways as we efficiently move our kayaks through the waters by the Philadelphia Canoe Club.

Cost: ($20 ACA-Members)  ($30 Non-ACA Members)

For further information, please contact Looie Voorhees at looielooie1@yahoo.com.