Kayak Instruction, Organizations and more
One of the best ways to learn to kayak is to take a kayaking class from a qualified, experienced instructor. In a matter of a few hours, most beginning paddlers can get a good grasp of the basic kayaking techniques. Our Where To Go pages list, by state, kayaking schools, clubs, instructors and training centers. On a national level, you might be interested in one of the following organizations or websites:
- American Canoe Association
- American Whitewater
- Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association
- Canadian Whitewater Freestyle
- Canoe and Kayak Magazine
- George Gronseth's Kayak Academy
- Girls at Play
- Kayak Magazine
- National Association of Whitewater Rodeos
- National Rivers Website
- Paddler Magazine
- Riversport
- Sea Kayaker Magazine
- Smart Start Kayaking - Site’s focus is on learning about kayaking, the basics and beginner stuff.
- USA Canoe and Kayak
- Wavelength Paddling Magazine
- WetDawg.com (online magazine for adventure water sports)
- World Kayak Federation
You can find many popular instructional books and videos for whitewater, touring and recreational paddling at top online shops such as Outdoorplay.com.
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