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Writes Life Academy Principal Erik Rice:

"Our students start the kayaking program with a combination of excitement and anxiety. Most of them do not know how to swim and have not had access to kayaks or other water sports. I have watched students go from being scared of the water to jumping in at the end of class. I have watched students who were normally very quiet become vocal leaders on the water. I have watched students step out of their comfort zones and try something different. In addition, our teachers have indicated a much higher level of focus from students in the classroom on days that they had previously gone kayaking. It is rare for students from our demographics in East Oakland to have access to such an exciting resource. In the last few years the Jack London Aquatic Center has been one Life Academy's most impactful partners."

KAYAKING

YOUTH
ADULTS
GROUPS

YOUTH

DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR
Many of the new small public high schools in Oakland do not have the on-site space in which to hold their own P.E. classes. Life Academy and MetWest high schools both �outsource� their P.E. classes by having their students learn to Kayak at the Jack London Aquatic Center.

If you are a student, teacher or administrator at an Oakland school and are interested in working with us, please contact us.


Scholarships: Please do not let money stop you from joining our programs. JLAC's goal is to include all youth who have a genuine interest in water sports. Partial scholarships, payment arrangements, and work exchange are available. Please contact Kenny Purser at 510.208.6060 or email kenny.purser@jlac.org.


 

ADULTS

Friday Twilight Kayaking
Need a healthy way to unwind after a brutal workweek? What better way than to come down and paddle on the Estuary with us! We will explore parts of the Lake Merritt Channel and the Estuary. JLAC provides kayaks, equipment, PFDs, a guide, and inspiration! Some of the best kayaking in the Bay Area.

Cost: $25 per session 

During the late fall and winter, twilight kayaks will be offered according to interest.  Groups are more than welcome!  Please email Jordan Gill at jordan.gill@jlac.org if interested.  

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Private Twilight Kayak

Looking for an activity for you work group, or want something to do with family and friends. A Private Twilight Kayak is a great option for those wanting an active alternative to your group event. Please call 510-208-6060 or email info@jlac.org to book your own event. 

Laney College Kayaking Class
In the spring and summer semesters Laney College (Part of the Peralta Community College District) offers a semester-long kayaking class at the Jack London Aquatic Center to adult students of all ages. You need not know how to swim to sign up. Students will learn the basics of sea kayaking, including paddles strokes, re-entry skills, and rolls. To register or learn more, please go to www.laney.peralta.edu, and look for Introduction to Kayaking under Physical Education on the current class schedule.

Introduction to Sea Kayaking 

New this season - JLAC introduces Introduction to Sea Kayaking!  This one day class focuses on traveling safely and efficiently.  Paddling strokes, braces, rescues and recoveries, tides, currents, and boat maintenance will be covered - all according to American Canoe Association guidelines.  Upon passing this class, participants can venture out in sea kayaks independently with a small monthly contribution to help fund JLAC youth programs.  Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.  Course starts at 9 AM, length of course depends on number of people in class.

To sign up, please click on the link below, call 510.208.6060 with any questions.  

Click here to register for Intro to Sea Kayaking!

Cost: $85 per participant  

2010 Session 1:

February 28, 2010		  Start time: 9 AM  5 spots open
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2010 Session 2: 

March 28, 2010		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 3: 

April 25, 2010 		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 4: 

May 9, 2010 		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 5: 

June 27, 2010		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 6: 

July 25, 2010		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 7:

August 29, 2010 		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 8:

September 26, 2010 		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 9:

October 10, 2010 		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open
2010 Session 10:

November 14, 2010		  Start time: 9 AM  8 spots open 

 

GROUPS

Please contact us if you are interested in partnering with us to bring your community- or church- group down to the waterfront to paddle. Groups we have worked with in the past include the following: Oakland Housing Authority; Saint Paul's School's Aim High program; Oakland Park and Recreation's Montclair, Redwood Heights and Lincoln Square Centers and their Radical Roving Recreation program.