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    Private Kayak & SUP Lessons in Salem

    Build confidence on the water with personalized paddling instruction

    5.0 stars• 48 reviews

    Duration

    1 hr

    Ideal For

    1 to 2 people

    Includes

    Private lesson, water safety

    Highlights

    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.

    • Learn water safety and paddling knowledge
    • Improve paddling efficiency and maneuvering control
    • Practice rescue skills for your board or kayak
    • Understand how weather affects paddling conditions
    • Wear clothing you are comfortable getting wet in
    • Bring water and sunscreen

    Important details

    • Arrive 5–10 minutes before your lesson
    • A name and phone number is required for every paddler
    • For minors, parent or guardian and emergency contact details are required

    Cancellation Policy

    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

    FAQs

    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.

    Meeting details

    Salem Willows Park, 167 Fort Ave, Salem

    Experience provided by Coast to Coast Paddle

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    SUP Lesson

    $79.50

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    Kayak Lesson

    $79.50

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    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!

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    Julia Nadeau

    July 4, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!

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    Julia Nadeau

    July 4, 2026

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