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Kid's Schedule - 2008

View the schedule in table format.

AM sessions are from 8 am - 12 pm, PM sessions are from 1 pm - 5 pm.

All kid's classes have a minimum enrollment of 3 people (except Roll Sessions) - see Reservation Information.


Family Kayak

Instructors and Students, Smelter Rapid

Ages: 6+
Price: $110/person/day (10% discount each additional full day)
Times: 9 am - 5 pm
Dates: Any day early May - September

Have fun with on the water with the whole family! Get three family members together for a great learning experience.


Youth Level 1 Kayak

Ages: 10 - 16
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: June 16 - 20 (PM), June 30 - July 4 (AM), July 14 - 18 (AM), July 28 - Aug 1 (AM), Aug 11 - 15 (AM)

This beginning kids/young adults kayaking class is for those who want to get into paddling and have fun! This class will give students a solid foundation of paddling skills in which to continue in the sport of kayaking. We will begin in a solar heated pool, and the lake, and eventually progress to appropriate whitewater sections of the Animas River. Minimum age for this class is 10 years old. Includes all necessary equipment and transportation.


Youth Level 2 Kayak

Ages: 10 - 16
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: June 9 - 13 (PM), June 23 - 27 (AM), July 7 - 11 (AM), July 21 - 25 (AM), Aug 4 - 8 (PM)

This class is for those paddlers who have completed a beginner class or who have previous experience and want a review. We will review strokes, continue working on rolls, review basic maneuvers and then progress to whitewater sections of the Animas River. We will then work on good paddling technique and beginning surfing/playing. Includes all necessary equipment and transportation.


Cully Brown, Smelter Rapid photo by Brent Brown

Youth Level 3 Kayak

Ages: 10 - 16
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: June 2 - 6 (PM), June 16 - 20 (AM), June 30 - July 4 (PM)

Get ready to play hard and shred the river! This class is for those young paddlers who have significant kayaking experience and want to focus on more advanced river running skills and maneuvers, as well as playboating and surfing. Most of the time in this class will be spent on whitewater sections of the Animas River. Prerequisite for this class is completion of a Level I class or significant experience. Includes all necessary equipment and transportation.


Little Kid's Level 1 Kayak

Ages: 8 - 10
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: July 7 - 11 (AM), July 21 - 25 (PM), July 28 - Aug 1 (AM), Aug 4 - 8 (AM), Aug 11 - 15 (PM)

This class is for those young folks who want to get a taste of what kayaking is all about. It is designed for kids 8 to 10 years old, or those kids over 10 who want to sample the sport. We will start in our solar heated pool then move to the lake, and finally an easy, flat, moving water section of the Animas River. This class was so successful last summer we added another session, so sign up early to reserve your spot. Includes all necessary equipment and transportation.


Little Kid's Level 2 Kayak

Class chillin' after running Smelter

Ages: 8 - 10
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: July 7 - 11 (PM), July 21 - 25 (AM), July 28 - Aug 1 (PM), Aug 4 - 8 (PM)

This class is for those young folks who have completed an into course and want to continue learning the finer points of the sport. The Intro classes were so popular that many parents had asked "what's next" for their kid's under 10 years of age- here's their answer. We will start where they left off in the Intro class with easy moving water sections and more lake and pool time. Includes equipment and transportation.


Little Kid's Level 3 Kayak

Ages: 8 - 10
Price: $185
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Fri
Dates: July 14 - 18 (PM), Aug 11 - 15 (AM)


Tadpole Kayak

Ages: 6 - 8
Price: $135
Times: AM or PM sessions Mon - Wed
Dates: July 14 - 16 (AM), July 28 - 30 (PM), Aug 4 - 6 (AM), Aug 11 - 13 (PM)

This three day program is tailored for 6-8 year olds and is a non-whitewater introduction to the world of kayaks. Time will be spent in the solar heated pool, lake, and, if appropriate, slow moving stretches of the Animas river. Emphasis is on safety and fun in and around kayaks and rivers.


Instructor Ian Horn and Student, Animas Town Run

Parent/Child Level 1 Kayak

Ages: 8 - 16
Price: $260 per parent/child ($60 per additional person)
Times: Sat - Sun 9 am - 5 pm
Dates: July 19 - 20, Aug 16 - 17

Learn the sport of kayaking side by side with your son or daughter! This course will cover the essentials of the beginner class with teaching styles adapted for both children and adults. Come with a youthful attitude!


Kayak Roll Session

Ages: 6+
Price: $30
Times: 1.5 hours, anytime space is available in the pool
Dates: Early May - September

Learn to roll a kayak for the first time or tune up your existing roll. Different types of rolls will be presented (sweep, C - C, back deck, hand rolls, offside), and instruction is catered to your skill level with a step-by-step progression. Includes all necessary equipment.