1 DAY

Kayak Essentials

A guided introduction to sea kayaking, building confidence on the water and covering the essential skills to get started safely.

✓ Learn to read conditions, fit the right gear, and plan safely before you launch

✓ Master launching, maneuvering, communication, paddle skills and landing

✓ Discover local coastal environments and pathways to continue your paddling journey

Perfect for beginners wanting a safe, fun first experience in a sea kayak.

2 DAY / 1 NIGHT

Overnight Journey

A two-day journey to the islands of the Hauraki Gulf, developing the skills for successful multi-day expeditions.

✓ Plan and navigate using basic tidal planning, weather interpretation and chart work

✓ Develop on-water hazard awareness of wind, waves, surf, terrain and other vessels to keep yourself and others safe.

✓ Practice skills in coastal camping, directly off the ocean

Ideal for paddlers ready to move beyond the basics and tackle real expedition conditions.

1 DAY

Self Rescue

A technical workshop focused on self-rescue and risk management, building confidence to handle open water conditions safely.

✓ Learn to safely exit your kayak in deep water

✓ Manage group safety with assisted rescue skills, contact tows and rough-water re-entry techniques

✓ Build self-reliance through paddle float rescues and independent recovery

Ideal for paddlers wanting to strengthen safety skills before progressing to more exposed conditions.

1 DAY

Marine Navigation

A hands-on workshop covering the skills and tools needed to navigate confidently in coastal and open water environments.

✓ Learn to use charts, compass, and GPS for coastal navigation

✓ Understand basic tidal patterns, currents, and how to plan safe passages

✓ Practice route planning and navigation for open water environments

Ideal for kayakers wanting to extend their range and voyage to more remote coastlines with confidence.

1 DAY

Surf Safety

A practical session focused on reading and responding to surf, swell, and breaking waves from a sea kayak.

✓ Refine advanced boat handling, including edging, bracing and dynamic water strokes

✓ Understand how waves form, break, and affect kayak handling in the surf zone

✓ Develop launching and landing techniques in dynamic surf conditions

✓ Build confidence managing capsize, recovery, and group safety near shore

Ideal for paddlers wanting to safely navigate surf zones and coastal landings with skill and control.

1 DAY

Weather & Tides

A technical workshop covering how coastal weather and tidal patterns affect you sea kayaking, helping you plan safer and more informed trips.

✓ Learn to read technical forecasts, interpret wind, swell, and weather windows for coastal paddling

✓ Understand tidal cycles, tidal streams, and how to use them in your route planning

✓ Apply forecasting skills toward potential scenarios and realistic on-water decision making

Ideal for paddlers wanting to venture further and paddle more confidently in variable coastal conditions.

WHO WE ARE

Based in Avondale, Auckland, AdventureWorks is a Private Training Establishment (PTE) driven by a passionate team of tutors and instructors for 22+ years.

Our purpose is simple: to inspire individuals to reach their highest potential. We achieve this through innovative outdoor training that prioritizes hands-on, participant-focused learning.

By combining real-world experiences with tailored coaching, we empower you to grow personally and professionally in a way that is impactful and relevant to your goals.