Surfski basic course in Thun
Highlights
- Get to know the Surfski, a modern, versatile and exciting kayak
- Take part in the extensive theoretical lessons
- Try surfski paddling for yourself
- Learn to keep your balance and enjoy the new feeling
Description
You take part in a basic surfski course in Thun and learn step by step how to paddle a surfski. After a theory block with safety instructions and handling, you will go on a short tour on the lake.
Surfski paddling is the perfect combination of fitness, fun, adventure and mental relaxation.
Theory course (2:00 hours):
- Surfski introduction
- Idea & offers from Surfskipoint
- Rules on the water
- Safety on the water
- Paddle
- Dry practice
- Rental procedure / handling
Practice (1:00 h):
- Preparation / launching
- Balance exercises
- getting in and out of shallow and deep water
- short tour on the lake
What is a surfski?
A surfski is between 4.5 and 6.5 m long and looks very elegant and sporty. It is also very light (about 8 kg in the carbon version). Surf skis are very safe as they are unsinkable. This is achieved by the closed hull.
Inclusions
3:00 hours basic course surfski paddling
Guide
Surfski
Paddle
Life jacket
Leash
Meeting point
Thun "TCS Camping", Gwattstrasse 103a, 3645 Gwatt
TCS Camping Gwatt Thunersee, Gwattstrasse 103a, 3645 Gwatt, Switzerland
Important information
- Bring along: Swimsuit, Crocs or flip flops, sun protection
- Clothing: warm clothing for before and after
- Minimum age: 16 years
Provider
Operated by
Surfskipoint
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