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2009 Native Ultimate 12
Sat, 10/10/2009 - 8:30am — Admin
Brand:
Native Watercraft
Model:
Ultimate 12
Year model:
2009 Location:
Albuquerque, NM, 87109
Condition:
Very good - Below normal use.
Color:
Red
Price:
$900.00 
The Kayak Roll, Part 1 of 2
Location:
REI - Santa Fe
500 Market Street
Santa Fe, NM, 87501
United States
My learning curve has been exponential. I never imagined I would learn this much, so fast!
I was a self-taught kayaker who constantly got caught in situations that were either dangerous or beyond my skill. In fact, I almost gave up the sport multiple times before I met Kelly. After taking his courses, I found that I was in much better control on the river and began to enjoy it more. I never realized how much technique went into boat control and reading the river. Kayaking changed for me from a sport that constantly terrified me, to a sport where I felt exhilarated and challenged, but still in control. Kelly’s classes focus on reading the river, developing paddling skills, safety, and responsible fun. The best part of taking his courses is meeting new people to paddle with. I am now surrounded by like-mined paddlers whom I can trust on the river, for I know they received the same training. Kelly’s classes turned me into a life-long kayaker.
Introduction to Kayak, Part 2 of 2
Location:
Rio Grande High School
2312 Arenal Road SW
Albuquerque, NM, 87105
United States
My history with water has been very negative. When I was a kid, I almost drowned. Since then, I've found myself avoiding situations where I felt vulnerable to dangerous waters. Since my courses with Kelly, I have gained both confidence and necessary knowledge that allows me to finally enjoy the water again. Never would I have thought I would be going down class III whitewater rapids on a boogie board. Thank you Kelly. You have peaked my interest in taking more whitewater courses.
I love this meetup group. Kelly has done a great job of building a foundation or respect, camaraderie, and skills so that everyone has fun. Thanks Kelly for all you do!
Introduction to Kayak, Part 2 of 2
Location:
Los Altos Pool
10100 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM, 87112
United States
I have taken the Intro, Roll, and the Whitewater Weekend courses. They've all been informative, supportive, and fun. It has been a progressive
learning process and I do like your emphaisis on offensive paddling
rather than defensive paddling. The Intro to Kayak (Level 1) class is a perfect foundation. I am probably going
to retake the Intro class because there was a lot in there that I just could
not absorb at one time; WAY beyond an 'intro' class!
Very informative class. Just the ticket to lay the foundation for starting out in kayaking.
Introduction to Kayak, Part 1 of 2
Location:
REI, Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM, 87107
United States
Thank
you! The girls had an absolute wonderful time at the Paddle Safety class. You
represented your sport well with the girls and it shows through their
enthusiasm. Good Job!
Kelly is a great tactician with a keen ability to break the rivers'
energy into a series of teaching moments that were both appropriate for
our varying skill levels and allowed each of us to build confidence at every stage throughout the weekend. My goal is to be able to manipulate the river, and all of its energy, with the grace and finesse that Kelly has!
Introduction to Kayaking, Part 2 of 2
Location:
Los Altos Pool
10100 Lomas Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM, 87123
United States
Before i took Kelly's class, I was convinced that a sit-inside kayak was a FLOATING COFFIN (don't mean to be so morbid). But now with what I learned in the Intro to Kayak class I feel CONFIDENT in a sit-inside kayak and my opinion has DRAMATICALY CHANGED. Looking forward to more days on the water. Thanks Kelly.
Just wanted to thank you for an awesome class last night. I like your approach to teaching. People are drawn to that.
Introduction to Kayaking, Part 2 of 2
Location:
Los Altos Pool
10100 Lomas Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM, 87123
United States
This is without a doubt the best outdoor class I have ever taken. Kelly
and his team are totally skilled as teachers. I plan to sign up for every
class I can with this team. My enjoyment and skill level immediately
improved after one day. I didn't realize I was using body memory from
paddling a canoe many years ago that were not good practice with a
kayak. Take these classes! They're a great return on investment and a
whole lot of fun besides!--Kate O'Neill, 54yo teacher
I was excited to take the pool class, even though a few friends ridiculed taking a kayak class ("What's so hard about kayaking?!"). The whitewater clinic presented challenges I was not expecting (physically, mentally or emotionally), and it heightened my awareness of the river, the sport, challenges and myself. It has taken me a week to process this experience, and I welcome the time it will take to continue to process both the instruction and personal learned experience. This course was positively intense!
Open Boating
Really fantastic lesson. Thank you so much for the incredible
instruction. Ellen and Bart were wonderful instructors! I'm so excited to get out
on the water with my own kayak and put my new skills to the test. Even,
*gasp* rolling over! Best, Wren
My girl approached the class as 'something my dad signed me up for and I don’t want to go', but she had a blast and wants to do it again.
Introduction to Kayaking, Part 2 of 2
Location:
Highland Pool
400 Jackson Street SE
Albuquerque, NM, 87108
United States
Just wanted to thank you for an awesome class last night. I like your approach to teaching. People are drawn to that.
Very informative class. Just the ticket to lay the foundation for starting out in kayaking.
Open Boating
This was my second time in this class in a months' time. Although I
enjoyed the first class, I felt like all the pieces began to fall in to
place the second time around. I felt my skills improved exponentially.
The instructors were very skilled and helpful in zeroing in on specific
needs of those in the class, and were there to roll you (back up) when
necessary. Loved it.
My learning curve has been exponential. I never imagined I would learn this much, so fast!
