Paddle Victoria

Kayaking is an easy sport for nearly anyone to do. In the hands of an experienced paddler, the kayak is an amazingly seaworthy craft. However, if you are a novice, realize how vulnerable you are to adverse weather and water conditions. A thorough knowledge of these factors, and how they interrelate is very important to the sea kayaker.

We at Ocean River Sports are concerned for your safety, and we strongly encourage you to take the time to learn the basic paddling skills and understand the fundamentals of good seamanship. Many good courses are available to learn sea kayak. When looking to sign up for a course, look for qualified instructors and do not be scared to ask for qualifications. We at ORS have qualified and certified instructors and teach everything from a simple 3 hour harbour clinic to guide and instructor training programs. If you are in our area or wish to come and visit us to take a course, we welcome and assure you to get some of the finest instruction on our coast.

Once you have had some training, you should always paddle with at least one other person so that there is someone available to assist in the event of a capsize. You should also learn and practice some form of self-rescue in case your partner cannot assist you, or if you find yourself alone.

• Getting Started
• Carry Your Kayak
• Transporting Your Kayak
• Storing Your Kayak
• Loading Your Kayak
• Launching Your Kayak