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Seattle Cold‑Water Rescue: Sea Kayaking Rescue and Recovery
A focused, two‑hour cold‑water immersion and re‑entry class that teaches self‑rescue, assisted rescues, bracing and paddle‑float techniques so paddlers can stay safe on Seattle waters.
Seattle Cold‑Water Rescue: Sea Kayaking Rescue and Recovery.
This compact skills clinic from Alki Kayak Tours is built for paddlers who know their boat but want to know what to do when the unexpected happens. Over guided drills and coached practice you’ll work on bracing, paddle‑float self‑rescues and assisted rescues, and practice capsizing and re‑entering in a controlled cold‑water immersion setting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Self‑Rescue & Paddle‑Float Re‑Entry
Practice the paddle‑float self‑rescue and the re‑entry techniques that every sea kayaker should have dialed before heading out alone.
Cold‑Water Immersion Drills
Experience controlled cold‑water immersion so you learn how to manage a capsize and re‑enter your kayak with confidence.
Small Groups for Focused Coaching
Class sizes are intentionally capped to allow individualized attention and repeated practice under instructor guidance.
What the day feels like
What the two‑hour session feels like
The session moves swiftly from explanation to hands‑on repetition: brief landside orientation, paddle‑float setup and bracing practice, then staged capsize and re‑entry drills with both self and assisted rescue techniques—designed so participants leave with practical, repeatable skills.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Self‑Rescue & Paddle‑Float Re‑Entry
Practice the paddle‑float self‑rescue and the re‑entry techniques that every sea kayaker should have dialed before heading out alone.
COLD‑WATER TRAINING
Cold‑Water Immersion Drills
Experience controlled cold‑water immersion so you learn how to manage a capsize and re‑enter your kayak with confidence.
PERSONALIZED INSTRUCTION
Small Groups for Focused Coaching
Class sizes are intentionally capped to allow individualized attention and repeated practice under instructor guidance.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this clinic—and who should consider a different offering.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The class runs for approximately two hours.
Bring your own kayak if you have one and come prepared for cold‑water immersion—bring or borrow a wetsuit. Expect to practice paddle‑float and assisted rescue techniques.
Meet at Alki Kayak Tours for briefing, gear check, and the on‑water session.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The class duration is two hours.
Where do we meet?
The meeting location is Alki Kayak Tours.
Do I need to bring my own kayak?
Bring your boat if you have it; participants are encouraged to bring their own kayaks.
Will I be getting into cold water?
Yes — the class includes cold‑water immersion and re‑entry practice; bring or borrow a wetsuit for immersion drills.
How many people are in each class?
Class sizes are limited to five participants, so reservations are recommended.