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Kayak Pool Party - Cystic Fibrosis Fundraiser - Ultimate Kayak Frisbee
We now use the Los Altos Pool every 2nd and 4th Wednesday.
Come join us for a variety of fun skills building games, socialization and practice. Each month will feature a different game or theme to keep things fun, fresh and interesting!
BEGINNERS WELCOME!
October is Disability Awareness Month month!
This month, the proceeds from this event - and any donations - will go to the following charities:
2nd Wednesday - Muscular Dystrophy Association "ABQ Fall Lockup"
4th Wednesday - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - New Mexico Chapter
Here's how it works:
- Come join us on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday.
- BYOB (Bring your own boat) or rent one from New Mexico Kayak Instruction for $5
- Make a donation, if so inclined
- Have fun playing Ultimate Kayak Frisbee (see below)
- Proceeds after pool rental and any donations will be given to each cause above.
Ultimate Frisbee is played competitively all around. Come join us for a unique twist to this fun game; Ultimate Kayak Frisbee. Not only does one have to accurately throw the Frisbee, one's teammate also has to catch it without flipping over! Participants are divided into two teams, each defending their own goal, and pressing toward the opponent's goal by passing the Frisbee downfield. A goal is scored when the Frisbee is caught behind the opponents goal-line, which is typically between two points.
Not only is this a great way to build your skills, it's also a great way to meet your teammates and other people to paddle with.
What to expect:
7:45 - 8:00pm; Arrive and unload gear
8:00 - 8:10; sign in, pay entry/use fee, change clothes, enter pool
8:10 - 8:50; warm-up & practice
8:50 - 9:50; Pool divided. 1/2 for games, 1/2 for recreational use
9:50 - 10:00; Pull swimming lanes back across pool, exit pool, exit building
Price:
- $8 per person
- + $5 if you need a boat and gear
- + $15 if you request a specific boat
- 48hr advanced registration is REQUIRED if you need a boat and gear; please note in your RSVP if you will need a boat .
- If you requested a boat, you must arrive by 7:45pm to get your gear. After 8pm, all unclaimed gear will be locked down for security for the remainder of the night; no exceptions.
- Private instruction is available upon request. $35/hr, 2hr minimum, pre-paid. May include up to two people.
- If you need to reserve a boat, or are interested in private instruction, please let us know in the comments section of the registration form below.
See you there!
Kelly
Pool rental - $8; This fee applies to everyone who paddles.
Boat & Gear - $5; This fee applies only if you request a boat and gear. Please note your height & weight in your RSVP, so I know what size boat to bring.
Kayak Demo - $15; This fee applies if you request a specific boat. Please note the boat you want to demo in your RSVP.
Private Lessons - $75; 2-hr Private "Intro to Kayak" or "Kayak Roll" Lessons are available with advanced notice. Pool and gear rental fees are waived for private lessons. Private lessons may include up to 2 individuals covering the same content.
Why RSVPs are so important....
The pools are
expensive to rent, and this time New Mexico Kayak Instruction covers the
pool rental as a community service to local paddlers. RSVPs are needed
to ensure we have a minimum number of people to cover the pool rental
fees, and to limit enrollment so that the pool does not become
over-crowded. Also, by RSVP'ing, we are able to communicate via email
about last-minute changes, which often include cancellation due to
lightening, or other pool closures.
- If you RSVP for yourself and/or a guest (ie - you reserve a spot), and no-show, you will receive a Pay-Pal request for the pool rental fee ($8); this balance must be paid in full before your RSVP will be accepted for the next pool party
- If you request a boat and/or any gear, and cancel after the gear has been loaded (typically 3hrs in advance), you will receive a Pay-Pal request for the gear ($5); this balance must be paid in full before your RSVP will be accepted for the next pool party
- If you show up and have not RSVP'd, (ie -you have not reserved a spot), you may be asked to return another time if the maximum number of paddlers has been reached (typically 30) at Los Altos Pool. If there is additional space, or someone has no-showed, you'll be admitted after 8:15.
Please RSVP, and keep it current.
Kelly is someone who knows the sport of kayaking and is able to teach in a safe, effective and fun way. Not only did the girls have a total blast, but they learned the names for all parts of their kayak and equipment, how to safely enter and exit a kayak, how to help someone else who may be in trouble, what to do in inclement weather and how to best move through the water (to name a few). We had our last Girl Scout meeting of the year last week, and when I asked the girls what their favorite experience was over the last 3 years, 75% chose kayaking. I would highly recommend Kelly to anyone and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
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