Pop Up Paddling Clinics
Covid-19 Update: Pop Up Paddling Clinics are available for Individual and small groups (6p max). Paddling is a naturally distanced activity. We’ll maintain a 6′ distance on shore and on-water, recommended mask use on shore, no masks on water. All gear is always cleaned.
Pop Up Paddling Clinics
Our Pop Up Paddling Clinics offer sea kayak, SUP and surf ski instruction by our patient PSUPA and ACA certified coaches.
With a few specific locations already planned for 2021, we’re available to come to your area to provide our clinics or custom designed clinics to meet your interests.
Whether you’re in Bellingham, Port Angeles, Olympia or elsewhere, we’ll chat and figure a date, location and menu of paddling clinics. We like to have a minimum of 3 people per clinic to run the full list of clinics.
Private 1-1’s and private small groups always available at your preferred location for our regular rates.
2021 Clinics
Friday May 21st – Sea Kayak and SUP clinics at Bowman Bay, Deception Pass State Park with Robert Nissenbaum.
Thursday June 24th Sea Kayak clinics at Lake Benson near Port Orchard with Robert Nissenbaum.
Sea Kayak Clinics Clinics:
Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) Clinics:
Surf Ski Clinics:
RATES:
! Must book 48 hours before start of clinic to hold your spot.
Rental gear available – Rates below..
Capacity: 3-6 Students Per Clinic
One Clinic: $149 per person
2 Clinics: $275
SBP Alumni: $10 off per person.
“I had a bit of time in Seattle and signed up for this class having never done a class before. I was able to set my own time with Rob, the owner. In short, Rob is an excellent teacher. He was extraordinarily thorough and responsible about going over all the basics about skills and safety before we ever got out on the water.”
I conquered several fears paddling in currents and surfing waves and owe it to Rob, where safety and professional instructions are Salmon Bay Paddle’s top priorities!
I’ve been paddling on flat water for about a year and thought I was pretty good. Then Rob patiently explained how to make my paddling more efficient, how to deal with swells and choppy water and how to be more comfortable and safe on the board. In one hour, I became a much better paddler. If SUP is new to you or if you’ve been at it for a while, Rob will help you have more fun on a paddle board.
“I wanted to pull two visiting teenage girls out of their comfort zone of shopping, make-up and Netflix. Having personally taken lessons with Rob a couple years ago, I contacted him to see if we could arrange something. Instructor Joe McColskey, a former high school teacher and personal trainer was up to the challenge. The girls really enjoyed their SUP Basics session.”
“Rob is a fantastic stand up paddle board instructor. His knowledge of the sport and the local waters is remarkable. I’ve been out for a couple of lessons with him now and I’ve learned a lot and become a better paddler each time. I especially appreciate his commitment to safety and doing things the right way. He’s also just a good dude and I highly recommend him to anyone interested in SUP.”