Kids Basic Kayak Paddle Strokes

Paddling a kayak is very intuitive.  Kids only take a few minutes of sitting on a kayak and playing around in the water with a paddle to start to get a feel for what to do.  Then the fun begins!  Your child will be so excited to propel themselves through the water, even if they don't go in a straight line at first.  They will get a feel for how to use their paddle to maneuver their kayak.  They will improve with experience and as they get stronger. 

For many children, basic paddle strokes come very naturally, and it is not always necessary to discuss every stroke before they get in the water, though talking through stroke techniques as your child makes progress can help them grown in skill.   

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