Sea Kayak Level 1 - Yellow paddle pass (EPP)

Location: In the archipelago starting from Flatön or in an inland lake starting from Ålstad Näs in the beautiful lake Gravlången

Here is the perfect beginner's course for those who want to get started with kayaking for real! The course is aimed at those who want to learn more about kayak safety, develop your paddling technique and your knowledge of how we take care of our nature. No prior knowledge other than swimming skills is required!
You can expect an equally enjoyable and exciting full day with rescue exercises, technique training, games on the water and of course fantastic nature experiences.
Those who have participated in the course and completed the examination elements will receive the yellow paddle pass on the spot.
In addition to the elements at the yellow level, we will also show a series of elements for the green level so that you as a participant can continue to develop on your own. We will be out for seven hours including a one-hour lunch break and a theoretical briefing on land, so we have plenty of time to go through all the elements thoroughly.
We at Blågrönt Liv always promise equal parts skill development, enjoyment and adventure on our courses! Depending on which date you choose, the course will take place in the sea or in a lake. Both offer beautiful scenery and the course elements will be the same.
About the course and the paddle pass:
The paddle pass is based on the EPP (European Paddle Pass) and is issued by the Swedish Canoe Association. The yellow card proves that you have basic competence in paddling, something that several rental companies today require in order to guarantee customer safety on the lake.
During the course, we will go through, among other things:

Technique
- Safely getting in and out of a sea kayak
- How to keep your balance, even in high seas
- Ergonomic and efficient paddling for longer distances
- Basic steering, sweeping
- Stopping and reversing a kayak.
- Getting out and emptying a kayak that has capsized.
- How to perform a buddy rescue
- Lifting and carrying a kayak.
- Low support holds
- Stern rudder
- Side movement

Safety on the lake
- How we relate to boat traffic
- What equipment should be brought
- Basic rescue techniques
- Getting to know our abilities and how we relate to the weather.

Environment
- Nature as our arena and how we care for it.
- What do protected areas mean?
- The right of public access, what does it mean and what should we know about it on the lake?

This includes:
Instructor for the day
Fully equipped kayak including paddle, canopy and life jacket
Course certificate - Yellow Paddle Pass
Coffee and snacks

Course length: 7 hours including briefing on land and lunch break.
Price: 1495 SEK/participant

Open dates:
27/6 -2026 10:00-17:00 starting point Gravlången, Ålstad Näs
1/7 -2026 10:00-17:00 starting point Gravlången, Ålstad Näs
4/7 - 2026 10:00-17:00 starting point Flatön
8/7 -2026 10:00-17:00 starting point Gravlången, Ålstad Näs
12/7 -2026 10:00-17:00, starting point Flatön
15/7 -2026 10:00-17:00, starting point Flatön
19/7 -2026 10:00-17:00 starting point Gravlången, Ålstad Näs
22/7 -2026 10:00 - 17:00, starting point Flatön
25/7 -2026 10:00 - 17:00, starting point Flatön
28/7 -2026 10:00 - 17:00, starting point Flatön

Map pin to our starting point on Flatön: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7xdwnp2cLzxZURuLA
Map pin to our starting point at Gravlången: https://goo.gl/maps/b54r9R8khBbrzYoX8

Price 1495 Sek

Length of the course: 7 hours including one hour lunch break.

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Price: SEK 1495/Participant

Also available for private groups of 4-8 participants. Send your booking request to blagrontliv@gmail.com