For paddlers seeking to refine technique, build confidence, and bridge the gap to intermediate courses this is your chance! Practice, Improve, and Prepare for BIGGER adventures!
Ready to level up your kayaking skills? Tumalo Creek’s Rapid Progression session is designed to help paddlers practice and refine techniques between beginner and intermediate whitewater courses. Held locally on the Deschutes River, right out our back door, and at the Bend Whitewater Park, this session offers the perfect opportunity to gain experience in a real-world setting.
Ideal for those who have completed our beginner courses or have basic whitewater skills, this session focuses on building confidence and proficiency to ensure you’re prepared for the challenges of intermediate kayaking. With small group sizes, our instructors provide personalized attention to help you progress at your own pace, whether you're sharpening beginner fundamentals or tackling intermediate techniques.
Take the next step in your whitewater journey and make the most of Tumalo Creek’s progression opportunities!
Equipment List
Tumalo Creek Provides
- Individualized Instruction
- Requested Immersion Equipment
- Requested Paddling Gear
Participant Provides
- Personal Paddling Equipment
- River appropriate shoes
- Board shorts or swim trunks
- Synthetic top and bottom (i.e. thermal underwear)
- Water bottle
- Towel and change of cloths for after class
Gear required for this trip is available for purchase at our shop.
Meeting Location
805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6 Bend OR 97702
+ CANCELLATION POLICY
Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe Programs Cancellation Policies
One Day Lessons/Tours: 24 hours prior to departure date required for cancellations or date changes. No Shows, cancellations or date changes for any reason inside the 24 hour period will be subject to forfeiture of all fees.
Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe (TCKC) Initiated Cancellation Disclaimer: Applies to all one day lessons, trips, tours, multi-day trips, camps and special events. TCKC reserves the right to cancel, postpone or reschedule one day lessons, trips, tours, multi-day trips, camps and special events within 24 hours of scheduled date. Circumstances include but are not limited to; low enrollment, weather (ex. thunderstorms/lightning), natural disasters (ex. forest fires) and events or circumstances beyond TCKC’s control.
+ OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
If you enjoy this course consider participating in one or all of our summer progression. We offer weekly roll sessions, beginning and intermediate whitewater courses, and multi day whitewater kayaking camps.
If you would like to learn more visit our web page www.tumalocreek.com
+ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I bring my own gear?
If you have your own gear and or boat you are more than welcome to bring your gear to the classes. It is always good to practice in the same equipment you will use after the class.
Can kids come to these lessons?
We have a strict age requirement of 15 for standard lessons. If you have a child younger than 15 please check out our offerings for Tumalo Kids or email [email protected] to get information on private classes.
Do I have to get on the water?
If you are taking a class we do require you to come out on the water and practice the techniques we are covering. Though we start on land most of our instruction is on the water so students can try the new skill in real time.
Do I have to participate in the self rescue?
It is entirely optional but highly recommended that you try your hand at a self rescue during class. Practice makes perfect and what better way to practice than by having a certified instructor right there with you.
Will I fall in?
It is entirely possible that you will fall in the water. We will always suit you up with all of the necessary safety gear for the discipline you are participating in, and our certified instructors are well versed in water rescues. But still, be prepared to swim.
