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Rolling

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Cost: $50.00 Plus $8 columbia Pool Fee


Length: 1 hour in the pool

Price:  $50 plus $8 pool fee paid by student on the night of the class

ALL PADDLING GEAR PROVIDED

FOUNDATION LEVEL:  Introductory experience required

Location: This class is offered at Columbia Pool.

This class introduces bow rescues, and intuitive rolling. The edge and brace class or equivalent is a prerequisite to the rolling class. This class is usually repeated in order to achieve mastery. We maintain a 2:1 student to instructor ratio.

Classes are taught every other week in the winter and by request in the summer.

Outline:  Rolling

  • Hip snaps from different positions
  • Comfort under water waiting for a rescue
  • Building the intuitive roll
  • Gain understanding of how blade angle and body position effect the efficiency of rolling

In the pool, You Will Need:

- Retention device for your glasses(i.e. Croakies, Chums, etc)
- Synthetic top (thermal underwear)
- Rain coat and rain pants
- Nylon shorts and/or swimsuit
- Towel and change of clothes for ride home

Optional Gear:
- Nose plugs
- Swim goggles

Meeting Place/Directions:
This class meets at the North Clackamas Aquatic Center. Directions will be sent with your confirmation packet.

If you have any questions about what to bring please contact us. Alder Creek has a full line of paddling equipment and accessories. We would be happy to assist you in getting outfitted for your trip. Please remember to keep your personal gear to a minimum, but keep your comfort in mind. Remember the goal is to travel light and efficiently.


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Reservations: 888.571.4545


 

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Reservations: 888.571.4545


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