Kayak Courses

Fundamentals of Kayaking

This course is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of kayaking, including safety maneuvers in calm waters and easy currents.
To refine paddling techniques, participants will move into rough water, where they will learn river reading and canoe handling.

Course Details:

• Period: from October to May
• Duration: 3 lessons for a total of 7 hours in the water
• Meeting place: to be agreed upon
• Price: € 190/person minimum 2 maximum 5
• Minimum age: activity not suitable for children under 14 years old

Guided Kayak Excursions

Experience the thrill of exploring Lake Bilancino and descending the Arno River (Class I) on a guided hike. These activities are perfect for beginners and intermediates, offering the opportunity to spend a day outdoors in Florence or in the Mugello hills. For more experienced paddlers, we offer guided descents on the Sieve, Serchio (Class II), and Lima (Class III) rivers, allowing you to improve your paddling technique and river reading in easy currents and rough water.

Course Details:

• Period: all year round
• Duration: from 2 hours (reception, briefing and field trip)
• Meeting place: to be agreed upon
• Price: € 60/person minimum 2 maximum 5
• Minimum age: activity not suitable for children under 16 years old

Eskimo Course

Learn eskimo technique with our beginner-friendly class. Classes will be held in groups from September to February in a heated indoor pool. The course includes 4 lessons and we provide all the necessary materials, as well as insurance.

Course Details:

• Period: from November to February
• Duration: 4 lectures
• Price: € 90/person

What’s included: pool, course materials and FICK instructor

Also suitable for novices