Rolling Class with Karen Knight & Bob Foote

Time: 4pm-8pm

Location: Mystic Lake

ROLLING: It is fun, a way to cool off and the best way to recover from a capsize. And you can impress all your friends!

Karen and Bob are teaming up to introduce paddlers to the technique of rolling and to assist paddlers with a roll in progressing as far as their skills allow. Sign up now because rolling classes always fill up fast!

REQUIRED SKILLS: Participants must be comfortable performing a wet exit. If you are a novice, please come to a few NSPN practice sessions before the class so we can help you!

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: a kayak with adequate flotation, a paddle, a sprayskirt, a PFD, a paddlefloat, pump and sponge. Nose plugs are also a good idea.

FEE: $40 for NSPN Members

NOTE: Your check made payable to NSPN is your reservation. If you wait until the last minute the class may be full.

CLASS SIZE: Maximum 8

TO REGISTER send an email to the class facilitator, Kevin Beckwith, at [email protected] and Include your ACA #, boat description, emergency contact name/phone number and your phone number where you can be reached during the day & evening. Kevin will tell you where to mail your check and keep the registration and waiting lists. Kevin will only hold your slot when he receives your check made out to NSPN. If you cannot attend you will receive a refund only if your slot can be filled from the waiting list.

The club makes every effort to provide classes at below market prices. In the highly unlikely event that the class is canceled due to extreme weather, there will be no refunds. Lightning will obviously keep us off the water, but much can be learned from these talented teachers on shore.

INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATIONS:

Karen Knight is an accomplished educator and paddler with the demonstrated ability to teach, motivate, and direct students of varying ages and abilities. With attention to details, a creative spirit, and strong desire for excellence, she strives to provide an environment that enables students to discover their potential. Karen is an ACA Instructor Trainer in Coastal Kayaking and Freestyle Canoeing. She is also a Registered Maine Guide with over 17 years experience in outdoor leadership and instruction. Karen has also been the ACA National Women’s Champion in Interpretive Freestyle Canoe (dancing on water).

Bob Foote is an Instructor Trainer in coastal kayaking, whitewater canoeing and flatwater canoeing for the American Canoe Association and a BCU 4 Star. Bob is the whole package - someone who can not only do, but also teach. Whether it’s in coastal kayaking, whitewater canoeing or freestyle paddling, beginner to advance, he has the ability to demonstrate and break down the most complex skills and information into parts and steps that are easy for students to understand and follow.