Sea Kayak on the Lake
Supportive Sea Kayak Coaching For All Skill Levels
At HighTide, we believe a solid foundation is the secret to unlocking your full potential. Whether your ultimate goal is the open sea or a technical river, refining your technique on the lake ensures you get the most out of every moment on the water.
Our core lake courses are designed for your specific progression. Whether you’re looking to gain the confidence to head out solo, consolidate your current skills, or master advanced maneuvers in technical conditions, we have the perfect session for you.
Even for the pros, growth comes from sharpening the basics. Our technique-focused courses are the perfect place to return to at any stage of your journey toward becoming a true Sea Kayak Ninja. 🥷
Our Courses
Sea Kayak 1: Solid Foundations
- 9:15am – 4:15pm
- 2 days
- CHF 380
- Ratio 1:6
Improve your skills and increase your confidence on the water. This basic course is designed for any paddler who wants to feel more secure and in control of their craft.
Efficient Sea Kayak Forward Paddling
- 9.15am-12:15pm
- 3 hours
- CHF 120
- 1:6
The forward stroke is the most fundamental movement in a sea kayaker’s repertoire, yet it is often the least refined. While a poor technique leads to wrist, elbow, and shoulder fatigue, a mastered stroke unlocks a new world of paddling.
Sea Kayak Edging & Manoeuvrability
- 9.15am-4.15pm
- 6 hours
- CHF 190
- 1:6
By mastering the art of the edge, you will learn to turn tighter and faster while conserving energy. Whether you want to navigate technical rock gardens, play in the surf zone, or weave through tight coastal features, this session provides the confidence and flair you need to handle your kayak with precision.
Paddle Level 2 Skills Training (EPP 2)
- 9.15am-4.15pm
- 1 day
- CHF 190
- 1:6
The Swiss Canoe Paddle Level 2—part of the prestigious European Paddle Pass (EPP) framework—is the gold standard for benchmarking your progress as an intermediate paddler. This developmental workshop is designed to refine your efficiency and safety skills.
Sea Kayak Skills Fine Tuning
- 9:15am – 4:15pm
- 1 day
- CHF 260
- Ratio 1:4
Refine your edge and become one with your boat. Our Fine-Tuning course takes the complexity of sea paddling and breaks it down into high-precision skills. By focusing on technique in a controlled environment, you’ll build the efficiency and boat control needed for any adventure.
Advanced Sea Kayak Rescue Skills
- 1.15-4.15pm
- 3 hours
- CHF 120
- 1:6
While the calm surface of a lake may lack the swell of the open ocean, it provides the perfect "laboratory" to refine and perfect your rescue techniques. This Advanced Rescue Workshop is designed for paddlers who already understand the fundamentals of T-rescues and self-rescues but want to expand their toolkit and improve their efficiency under pressure.
Private Coaching
- 9:15 / 1:15
- 3hrs
- CHF 320
- Ratio 1:5
Our half-day private courses allow us to tailor the coaching to you and your individual needs, whether it’s improving your forward paddling efficiency, safety and rescue or rough water training.
Rolling Coaching
- on request
- 1 or 2 hours
- from CHF 160
- 1:4
It takes a lot of practice to become a reliable roller, because the movements are complex and unfamiliar and the timing has to be just right.
The aim of this course is to equip you with the individual technical skills so that you can continue to practice on your own.
Meet our Coaching Team
Jolien Gekiere
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