Smart Start Kayaking Course

Overview

Our classes are always small. We never have more than 5 people in a class to provide a personalized experience that prioritizes quality and safety. All of our instructors are professionally trained and certified by the American Canoe Association (ACA).

City: Orlando

Sun 29 Jun

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Starting at $95.00

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Sun 29 Jun

Starting at $95.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Top-of-the-line kayak gear (kayak, paddle, PFD)

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (2)

Odyssey55195534379

Aug 2024

This was a wonderful experience. Took my 10-year daughter old along for a 3 hour lesson and while I learned some things the attention and care that was given to my 10-year-old was amazing. She had a great time, Astrid helped her overcome any nervousness and she learned a lot. I had been nervous about teaching her myself but now we can't wait to plan father/daughter kayaking outings. We are already talking about taking more advanced lessons together.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thank you, Cory—I'm so glad both you and your daughter enjoyed the lesson, and I can't wait to see you both back for more advanced adventures!

IRLpaddler

Jan 2022

I have completed two paddling courses with Astrid Jackson, I highly recommend her, and Venture Outdoors LLC for basic and advanced paddling instruction and/or expertly guided paddling tours. Astrid’s classes are well planned and organized. She is an experienced, skilled, professional ACA certified instructor. Every maneuver is expertly demonstrated; step-by-step. She keenly observes every student during practice and patiently offers suggestions for improvement. I brought my own recreational kayak for the first course. For the second training course, a few weeks later, we used a couple of her company’s modern sea kayaks. Astrid’s helpful introduction to these wonderful boats opened doors to new learning opportunities and adventures for me. I’m grateful for Astrid’s skilled, clear instruction and advice. Paddling classes are staged at Lake Mills Park - an ideal learning environment offering an excellent kayak loading and launch area on a protected shoreline. The water there is clean, calm and the Park’s area has a sandy bottom, very good for stability while standing. Venture Outdoors LLC’s paddling courses helped me reach a higher level of paddling skill and added self-confidence. I paddle often, enjoy it more, and manage my boats more safely when on the water. Thank you Astrid and Venture Outdoors LLC.

Response from Host

May 2023

Thank you Mark for this commendatory review! I am glad you enjoyed your kayak lessons. I so appreciate seeing you progress through your classes and I am happy that you are able to enjoy the wonderful sport of kayaking with more self-confidence. Hope to see you at Venture Outdoors soon.