Learn the Basics of Sea Kayaking
Do you want to learn how to paddle at sea safely and with control? In this two-evening course, you will learn the most important basics of sea kayaking – technique, safety, and confidence in moving on the water. The course is suitable for anyone who wants to develop into an independent and responsible sea kayaker.
During the course, we cover all the essential skills of the Finnish Canoeing and Rowing Federation’s Meloja 1 level as well as the SuMe Kayaker course.
Course Content. Good paddling technique is built on three parts:
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Sitting posture
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Connection to the kayak
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Feel for the paddle and the water
When these are in place, you can control the kayak’s movements and learn to use body rotation and the use of a paddle effectively. We practice applying these skills in different conditions.
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Getting into and out of the kayak
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Basics of forward paddling (posture, grip, body rotation)
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Edging the kayak and bracing (low brace, stationary and in motion)
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Turning and maneuvering the kayak (sweep stroke, stern rudder)
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Moving sideways and stopping
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Backward paddling
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Safety skills
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Safe travel (weather, route planning, marine traffic, and attitude)
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Assisted rescue – practice both as rescuer and swimmer
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Safe use of equipment (phone, spare clothes, pump/bailer)
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Paddling in a group and shared responsibility
Place. Helsinki.
Date. 8 & 10.6.2026.
Duration. From 16:30 to 21. Two evenings.
Number of participants. 3-6 participants.
Coach. Roope Roine
Price.150€
Insurance. Participants must take care of their own insurance.
Included in the price. Teaching. Kayak.
Not included in the price. Insurance. Snacks.