Instructional Programs
Learn from the best!!
Rod Withyman is Australia's leading sea kayak instructor & guide having introduced more than 10,000 people to paddling over the last 14 years. Rod has led hundreds of multi-day sea kayak adventures in British Columbia, Baja Mexico, New Zealand and to all the great paddling destinations along the Queensland coast.
Sign up with Kayak Noosa today to gain confidence, skills and knowledge about all facets of sea kayaking from the industry's most experienced instructor.
We offer the following instructional programs.
Introduction to Sea Kayaking Program
This program has been designed to prepare and develop the fundamental skills and attitudes necessary to enjoy safe kayak touring for paddlers with limited or no experience. We give you a comprehensive insight into all facets of sea kayaking, from equipment orientation, support and recovery strokes, rescue scenarios and kayak navigation. On completion of the program you will be capable of paddling and assessing many ocean conditions.
Program Details
8.30am - 3.30pm Saturday
8.30am - 12.30pm Sunday
Includes all kayaking equipment & tuition. Lunch at own expense.
Cost = $250.00 per person
See table below for upcoming program dates
Advanced Sea Kayaking Program
Kayak Noosa's Advanced Sea Kayaking program is the next step for paddlers wanting to extend their skills and raise the level of challenge or experience. We spend time understanding surf and big water environments. You will learn how to surf your kayak through the break and how to roll your kayak along with various recovery and support strokes which will have you handling your sea kayak safely and efficiently. We cover pre-trip planning including contingency options for when things don’t always go to plan.
Program Details
8.30am -
3.30pm Saturday
Includes all kayaking equipment & tuition. Lunch at own expense.
Cost = $185.00 per person
| Program Dates 08 |
Introduction Program |
Advanced Program |
| May |
24-25 |
Sun 18 |
| June |
21-22 |
Sun |
| July |
26-27 |
Sun 20 |
| August |
9-10 |
Sun |
| September |
20-21 FULL |
Thur 11 |
| October |
18-19 |
Sun 12 |
| November |
8-9 |
Sun 23 |
| December |
13-14 |
Sun 21 |
Kayak Noosa's instructional programs are facilitated at an extremely high level. We believe learning through participation is the best way for you to develop and practice the necessary skills and confidence required for enjoyable, safe paddling.
FUN, is a big part of our instructional sea kayaking programs.
Contact us today to confirm your place.
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