Testimonials

Excellent, well-organized class and instruction. The individualed attention on the Rio Grande trip really helped me put newfound skills into practice. I also learned many skills best taught in open river conditions.  It's really a pleasure to experience top-notch teaching.  --Kate O'Neill, 54yo teacher
Kate O'Neil
Teacher / UNM Taos
Age: 
54
Location: 
Taos, NM
Context
Event Category: 
Intro to Kayaking
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking
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
Kate O'Neil
Teacher / UNM Taos
Age: 
54
Location: 
Taos, NM
Context
Event Category: 
Intro to Kayaking
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking
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!
Chip Berglund
semi-retired
Age: 
51
Location: 
Albuquerque, NM
Context
Event Category: 
Intro to Whitewater
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking
I took the Intro to Kayaking (level 1) class and it was GREAT. I'd actually done a lot of different types of kayaking (touring, sea, whitewater), but had never gotten any formal instruction. Wow, what a difference a few hours makes. I learned a lot of technique that I had been lacking. Kelly is a great instructor and I was impressed with how efficiently the class was put together. He is passionate about enabling people to participate in the sport that he loves. Definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in learning to kayak!
Tracy Davis
experienced kayaker
Age: 
39
Location: 
Albuquerque, NM
Context
Event Category: 
Intro to Kayaking
Essentials of Recreational Kayaking