Paddle Smart®

Introduction to Paddle Sports. Learn how to safely navigate the water with a  kayak. We will teach you about the different types of paddle crafts & the safety gear necessary to have onboard. We’ll show you how to use your paddle craft and the different paddling techniques and safety practices. But mostly, we’ll teach you how to have fun safely. You may get wet, so bring a towel, a change of dry clothes, water shoes, sunscreen, a hat or visor, and a water bottle.

Boating and paddling are fun… We’ll show you how!

2021 Schedule

• Kayak – use ours or bring your own
• The following dates: 
• June 16  Register for Kayak 
• June 23  Register for Kayak
• July 21  Register for Kayak
• July 28  Register for Kayak
• 6:00 – 9:00 PM, Craftsmen Park, Portage Lakes, 4450 Rex Lake Road, Akron, Ohio 44319.
• One hour classroom, 2 hours on-the-water

Craftsmen Park

Portage Lakes
4450 Rex Lake Road
Akron, Ohio 44319

NOTE: Each class is limited to 10 students