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Improve your skills. Build confidence. Paddle Costa Rica with professional instruction.
Description Take your kayaking to the next level with personalized instruction in Costa Rica. This private coaching session is designed around your experience, goals and comfort level. Whether you are learning the fundamentals, improving your roll, working on eddy turns and ferries, or preparing for more challenging whitewater, the session is adapted specifically to you. Instruction is led by Andrey Coto, ACA Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor, ACA Swiftwater Rescue Instructor and ACA Rafting Instructor, with more than 20 years of international whitewater experience. Perfect for beginners, intermediate paddlers, visiting kayakers and families looking for professional, personalized instruction.
tinerary 1. Meet & Gear Check Meet your instructor, review personal goals, check kayak, paddle, PFD, helmet and safety equipment. 2. Safety Briefing River communication, swimming position, wet exit, basic rescue procedures and trip expectations. 3. Skills Assessment A short assessment to identify your current level and decide what techniques to focus on. 4. Personalized Kayak Instruction Depending on your level, the session may include: Forward stroke Sweep strokes Edging and boat control Wet exit T-rescue / assisted rescue Ferrying Eddy turns Peel-outs Bracing Rolling technique River reading Line selection Whitewater safety 5. Practice on the River Apply the techniques in a controlled river environment with direct coaching and feedback. 6. Final Feedback Review strengths, areas for improvement and recommended next steps.
Jaguar Kayak Academy offers social kayak programs, small-group kayak instruction, whitewater trips and family adventures led by local experts in Costa Rica.
