Open Water

9:00–4:00   $120

Prerequisite: Solid basic paddling and rescue skills.

Our Open Water class will help you with your judgment, paddle technique, and your rescue skills.  You’ll learn to make decisions that will keep you safe when protection is minimal. Using the dynamic waters off of Pillar Point, you’ll practice rough water rescue skills so they’re polished for when you really need them.  We’ll teach you to understand tides and currents, the effects of wind on your kayak, and get you more comfortable in unstable conditions.  After this class, you’ll have the ability to access the ocean, understand its variables, and to plan a safe day of kayaking on the water.

Dress:

We provide wetsuits and waterproof paddle jackets for all classes, rentals, and tours. You bring sun block, sunglasses with retention strap, synthetic sweater, shoes that can get wet, and a hat. A change of dry clothes and towel are recommended in case you get wet during the trip.

If these dates don't work for you, please contact us. We can usually make arrangements to accommodate the schedules of small or large groups.

Signing up with Half Moon Bay Kayak Company: To ensure that you get the date you prefer, please call 650.773.6101 to make trip reservations early. All HMB Kayak Co. events are subject to cancellation due to weather and lack of paddlers. There is no charge if HMB Kayak Co. cancels at any time, or if you cancel one week or more prior to your event. If you cancel less than a week before your event, you will be charged the full amount. For an additional $25 per person, you can reschedule for another trip this year. Sorry, there is no refund or credit for no shows.