Our kids’ mini day camps are a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower kids to be comfortable while out on the water. Classes are taught in traditional youth sized sea kayaks.
2026 Schedule:
Kids Intro to Paddling
Wednesday, June 17 10:00 am – 12:00 pm & 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Thursday, June 25, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Milton Township Waterfront park (Elk Rapids)
Saturday, June 27 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday, July 30, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Kids Adventure Paddle:
Thursday, July 30, 12:30 – 3:30 pm
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Designed especially for young paddlers, this fun and engaging class introduces kids to the joy of being on the water through games, exploration, and hands-on learning. Participants will build confidence in a safe, supportive environment while learning the basics of paddling and boat control.
Instruction focuses on developing comfort on the water, learning simple paddling skills, and building awareness of safety through interactive activities. The emphasis is on having fun while helping kids feel confident and capable in their paddle craft.
All participants will wear life jackets at all times. Children must be comfortable in the water and willing to get their face wet.
Small group sizes and certified instructors ensure personalized attention and an encouraging experience for every child.
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Prerequisite: Completion of Kids Intro to Paddling
This class builds on the skills learned in Kids Intro to Paddling and gives young paddlers the opportunity to continue developing their abilities through games, exploration, and a guided on-water adventure.
Participants will strengthen their paddling skills, build confidence in boat control, and apply what they’ve learned during a supervised “adventure” paddle with certified instructors. The experience encourages curiosity, teamwork, and a deeper connection to the water in a safe and supportive setting.
All participants will wear life jackets at all times.
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Kids will always be wearing life jackets while on the water but must be comfortable on the water with a life jacket on. Participants must meet the ACA eligibility requirements. Extra thanks to the West Michigan Coastal Kayaking Association for sharing their youth-sized kayaks with us for these classes (check out their website for a great family friendly kayaking symposium hosted every Memorial Day weekend).
All classes are taught by ACA (American Canoe Association) certified instructors. Maximum student: teacher ratio is 4:1. Ages: 7-13