New Mexico Kayak Instruction offers whitewater and sea kayak instruction, sales, rentals and adventure travel. Beginner and Intermediate classes are taught year-around in Albuquerque, Santa Fe & Los Alamos, NM.

About NMKI

Kayaking has taken me places roads and trails don't go. Teaching has introduced me to some of my best friends, and rivers have taught me lessons that only nature and experiences can teach. It's been a goal of mine, since the very beginning, to share these experiences with you. Learn more.

Kayak Instruction

Kayak Instruction

New Mexico Kayak Instruction offers a variety of classes to fit your schedule, budget and paddling interest. Classes are taught in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe and Los Alamos, as well as a variety of lakes and rivers in New Mexico.

Kayak Sales

New Mexico Kayak Instruction is the largest retailer of whitewater, touring and fishing kayaks in New Mexico. The reason behind our success is simple: Nowhere else in New Mexico can you demo a variety of modern kayaks before you buy.

Upcoming Classes

Title Date City Name
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) (CE) (FULL) Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 8:00am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) (CE ww) Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) Saturday, August 10, 2013 - 8:00am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) Tuesday, August 13, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) (DSA 1) Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) Saturday, September 14, 2013 - 8:00am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) (DSA 2) Sunday, September 15, 2013 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm Albuquerque Los Altos Pool
Introduction to Kayaking (level 1) (DSA 3) Tuesday, October 1, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Title Date City Name
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking (level 2) (CE) Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm Bernalillo Coronado Campground
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Tuesday, July 9, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Saturday, August 10, 2013 - 8:00am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking (level 2) Saturday, August 10, 2013 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm Bernalillo Coronado Campground
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Tuesday, August 13, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Saturday, September 14, 2013 - 8:00am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking (level 2) Saturday, September 14, 2013 - 3:00pm - 7:00pm Bernalillo Coronado Campground
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Sunday, September 15, 2013 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm Albuquerque Los Altos Pool
The Kayak Roll (level 2) Tuesday, October 1, 2013 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Title Date City Name
Whitewater Kayaking Made Easy (level 3) (CE ww) Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, July 14, 2013 - 5:00pm Pilar Pilar Yacht Club
Whitewater Kayaking Made Easy (Level 3) Saturday, August 3, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, August 4, 2013 - 5:00pm Pilar Pilar Yacht Club
Coastal Kayaking on Inland Waters (level 3) Saturday, August 24, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, August 25, 2013 - 5:00pm Abiquiu Abiquiu Lake
Whitewater Kayaking Made Easy (Level 3) Saturday, September 7, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, September 8, 2013 - 5:00pm Pilar Pilar Yacht Club
Coastal Kayaking on Inland Waters (level 3) Saturday, September 28, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, September 29, 2013 - 5:00pm Abiquiu Abiquiu Lake
Whitewater Kayaking Made Easy (Level 3) Saturday, October 19, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, October 20, 2013 - 5:00pm Pilar Pilar Yacht Club
Title Date City Name
Intro to Freestyle & Playboat Kayaking (level 4) Saturday, July 27, 2013 - 9:00am - Sunday, July 28, 2013 - 5:00pm Albuquerque TBD (To Be Determined)
Title Date City Name
Paddle Fun (Kids 10 - 12) Saturday, October 26, 2013 - 8:00am - 10:30am Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Paddle Safety (Kids 5 - 9) Saturday, October 26, 2013 - 10:30am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking for Teens (13 - 16) Saturday, October 26, 2013 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm Albuquerque Los Altos Pool
Paddle Fun (Kids 10 - 12) Saturday, November 23, 2013 - 8:00am - 10:30am Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Paddle Safety (Kids 5 - 9) Saturday, November 23, 2013 - 10:30am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking for Teens (13 - 16) Saturday, November 23, 2013 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm Albuquerque Los Altos Pool
Paddle Fun (Kids 10 - 12) Saturday, December 14, 2013 - 8:00am - 10:30am Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Paddle Safety (Kids 5 - 9) Saturday, December 14, 2013 - 10:30am - 12:00pm Albuquerque Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Introduction to Kayaking for Teens (13 - 16) Saturday, December 14, 2013 - 4:00pm - 8:00pm Albuquerque Los Altos Pool

Kayak Rentals

Kayak Rentals

New Mexico Kayak Instruction has the largest selection of kayak rentals in New Mexico. With more than 30 2008-2010 whitewater, recreational, touring and fishing kayaks in Albuquerque, you're sure to find the perfect kayak for your next adventure!

River Boarding

River Boarding

River Boarding is headed to New Mexico! Check back soon for River boarding instruction, sales and adventure travel!

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05/03/2013 - 10:11am    Admin    318 views    0 comments

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MRGCD Considers Policy Change Making Use of Roads (river access) ILLEGAL
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