Build confidence on the water with personalized paddling instruction
1 hr
1 to 2 people
Private lesson, water safety
Develop kayak or standup paddleboard skills in a private lesson tailored to your experience. Focus on safer, more efficient paddling and stronger control on the water.
Cancel at least 24 hours before start to avoid being charged the full rate. If canceled due to unsafe weather or wind conditions, receive a refund of your purchase.
Product ID: W6WTRD
Wear flip-flops or water shoes for the walk over rocks or shells. You can paddle barefoot, wear shoes, or stash them under the deck bungees.
Leave anything you would not want to lose or get wet at the kiosk, where it will be kept secure. Keep a towel in your car for after your lesson.
Salem Willows Park, 167 Fort Ave, Salem
Did the sunset paddle tour with Aaron and Nick and had a wonderful time! They supply you with everything you need and are extremely informative. Highly recommend and will definitely do again before summer is over!
Julia Nadeau
July 4, 2026
Did the sunset paddle tour with Aaron and Nick and had a wonderful time! They supply you with everything you need and are extremely informative. Highly recommend and will definitely do again before summer is over!
Julia Nadeau
July 4, 2026
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