SEA kayak Module
A short course covering sea kayaks, equipment, communication, emergencies, planning, weather, rules, and navigation.
Aim: To gain essential knowledge on sea kayaking and safety.
Duration: 2 Hours.
Learning Options: Home Study (See details below).
Qualification: Sea Kayak Certificate or endorsement on Day Skipper or Boatmaster Certificate.
Prerequisites: Day Skipper or Boatmaster recommended.
Modules:
1. Sea Kayaks
- Parts of a kayak
- Capabilities
- Maintenance
- Skills/fitness
2. Equipment
- Essential equipment
- Other equipment
3. Communication
- Communication tools
- Communication practices
4. Emergencies
- Judgement
- Rescues (self & others)
- Calling for assistance
5. Trip Planning
- Planning
- Solo and group paddling
- Leadership
6. Wind, weather forecasts and sea conditions
- Wind
- Marine forecasts
- Weather forecasts
- Hazards
7. Rules and Regulations
- Rules of the road at sea
- Lights
- Regulations
8. Navigation
- Navigating tools and skills
- Sea Kayak navigation
Sea Kayak Home Study (NEW!!)
Learn in the comfort of your own home at your own pace.
Includes: Sea Kayak Manual and Examination Pack.
Available from Coastguard Boating Education, nationwide delivery.
Price: $30
Phone: 0800 40 80 90
Email: info@cbes.org.nz
Office: Floor One, 2 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, Auckland.