Instruction at Supreme

Please email info@SupremeWaterSports.com to register for instruction or for inquiries. Please include your name & contact info, as well as instruction Title, desired Date, and Time.

Private Rates (1-2 people): $45 first hr, $30/additional hrs

Group Rates (3+ people): $35 first hr, $20/additional hrs

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Kayaking
The Kayak Instructional Programming consists of courses ranging from basic to advanced instructor certification courses. They include:

•  Intro to Kayak – Those of us new to kayaking learn about the basics of kayaks and accessory equipment, stroke and rescue techniques, and how to be safe on the water. Both group lessons and one-on-one with the instructors are available, and time is allowed for free paddling and becoming comfortable with newly acquired skills.

•  Advanced Flat-Water Kayaking – Skills that are distinct to sea kayaking are learned, and the class builds upon the skills established in the Intro course. Clients will polish their basic skills, learn advanced stroke and safety techniques, and become more confident and independent on the water. Both group lessons and one-on-one with the instructors are available, and time is allowed for free paddling and becoming comfortable with newly acquired skills. ( Prerequisite : Intro to Kayak or equivalent experience.)

•  Eskimo Rolling – In this course, clients will learn the various techniques of a capsized self-rescue. This custom, self-paced class can be run in a controlled outdoor setting or indoor pool upon request. To get the most out of this class, we encourage clients to take this class as an addition to our general kayaking courses. Both group lessons and one-on-one with the instructors are available, and time is allowed for free paddling and becoming comfortable with newly acquired skills.

•  ACA Basic Coastal Kayak Certification* – This 3-5 day workshop gives clients their complete Basic Coastal Kayak Certification through the American Canoe Association. This course is perfect for any camp and waterfront staff, or those of us in need of expert skills to take an extreme adventure excursion. Instructor candidates learn the essentials to teach kayaking technique and safety to others. Two days cover the Instructor Development Workshop and Instructor Certification Exam. Clients are expected to give classroom presentations, learn and demonstrate skills, and prepare lesson plans. All participants will have video analysis of their on-water and classroom skills for reference. ( Prerequisite : Advanced Flatwater Kayak or similar experience.)

•  ACA Openwater Coastal Kayak Certification* – This 3-5 day workshop is for instructors who have passed the Basic Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification and wish to obtain the Openwater Instructor Certification. Clients will continue to focus on quality instruction, advanced kayaking technique and rescue skills, and on-water leadership skills. This workshop takes place on Lake Michigan in Milwaukee , Wisconsin . ( Prerequisite: ACA Basic Coastal Kayak Instructor Certification and Openwater Kayaking experience.)

*Course Length depends on previous experience and skills demonstrated for instructor prior to course.

•  Intro to Canoeing – Clients learn to navigate both solo and tandem in canoes, allowing them to first experience how their individual movements effect a boat before working with a partner to perform maneuvers in tandem. Both group lessons and one-on-one with the instructors are available, and time is allowed for free paddling and becoming comfortable with newly acquired skills. A partner (your instructor) can be supplied at no cost for Tandem instruction.

•  Advanced Flat-Water Solo/Tandem – This course expands on the skills learned in the Intro class and moves on to more advanced technical theory. Boat handling skills are fine-tuned and clients work towards efficiency of motion and proper body positioning in both touring and racing strokes. Both group lessons and one-on-one with the instructors are available, and time is allowed for free paddling and becoming comfortable with newly acquired skills. A partner (your instructor) can be supplied at no cost for Tandem instruction. ( Prerequisite : Intro to Canoeing or equivalent experience.)

•  ACA Solo and Tandem Canoe Intro to Paddling Certification* – This 3-5 day workshop gives clients their complete Intro to Paddling Certification through the American Canoe Association. This course is perfect for any camp and waterfront staff, or those of us in need of expert skills to take an extreme adventure excursion. Instructor candidates learn the essentials to teach canoeing technique and safety to others. Two days cover the Instructor Development Workshop and Instructor Certification Exam. Clients are expected to give classroom presentations, learn and demonstrate skills, and prepare lesson plans. All participants will have video analysis of their on-water and classroom skills for reference. ( Prerequisite : Advanced Flat-Water Solo or Tandem, or similar experience.)

*Course Length depends on previous experience and skills demonstrated for instructor prior to course.

                                               
Sailing

•  Intro to Sailing – This 4 hour class is designed to teach beginners the art and science of sailing. Topics covered include basic wind science, sailing terminology, safety, and basic sailing theory. Boats include Vanguard Flying Junior mono hulls and Hobie Cat catamarans.

•  Intermediate Sailing – This 4 hour class allows clients to refine their basic sailing skills and get out on the water with confidence. Clients learn how to better read the wind and wind shifts, sail upwind efficiently, use a jib sail, start and stop the boat efficiently, and how to employ advanced safety techniques including overboard rescue and recovery. Boats include Vanguard Flying Junior mono hulls and Hobie Cat catamarans. ( Prerequisites: Intro to Sailing or similar experience.)

•  Sailboat Racing – This 4 hour class teaches clients racing concepts and techniques. Clients learn racing theory and etiquette, observer boat signals, and get to test their skills on an actual race course. The Supreme Racing Team participates in bi-weekly races through the Lake Mendota and Monona Yacht Clubs. Boats include Vanguard Flying Junior and C-Skull mono hulls, and Hobie Cat catamarans. ( Prerequisites : Intermediate Sailing or similar experience.)

•  Intro to Windsurfing – This class gets you up and surfing. Wind science, windsurfing terminology, and basic windsurfing theory are covered.

•  Advanced/Intermediate Windsurfing – Clients learn how to better read the wind and wind shifts, sail upwind efficiently, and rig their own gear.

If you already own your own gear and want to master its potential, please inquire!

All instructional courses, except for the Certification courses, can be taken in either a private lesson or group lesson atmosphere. Private lessons hold a maximum of 4 participants, while group lessons hold up to 22 participants (if water craft inventory and other conditions allow).

This class is a necessity for anyone traveling to developing countries, backcountry, or other isolated areas.