Lesson 2: Paddling a Kayak

What are the essential safety precautions for kayaking in different water environments?

How do we use our bodies efficiently to propel a kayak?

How do we navigate effectively on the water?

Forward Paddle, Back Paddle, Draw Stroke, Pry Stroke, Sweep Stroke, Brace, Paddle Face, Catch Phase, Recovery Phase

1B: Analyze the skill components of various physical activities.

2A: Demonstrates collaboration through teamwork, cooperation, and acceptance of others.

Students often freeze when they encounter a deceptively difficult math problem or an agonizingly dense reading passage. Kayaking teaches the muscle memory of calm adaptation—pivoting to a new strategy (like skipping and returning to a question) rather than capsizing under stress.

DOK 3 Students will compare the feel of using different types of kayaks (white water vs recreational

DOK 4 Students will analyze fellow classmates performance of paddle strokes.

Students will be able to understand the differences between the types of kayaks so that if they decide to venture out they will choose the appropriate kayak.
Students will obtain the knowledge necessary to safely kayak and assist kayakers in need.

It doesn't matter how you hold a paddle.
It is easy to get back in or on a kayak and doesn't require any skill.
False sense of security when on water in a boat.

Various types of kayaks to meet the needs of students (skill, size, and comfort level).
Videos provided to illustrate skills and allow students to review more than once.
Small groups to assist with practice sessions.

Students will perform paddle strokes on command during a skill test. 

Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skill on a field trip to a local pond. 

Students will complete written assessments to measure their understanding of the content. 

Videos

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