Learn the best way to kayak Washington's rivers
The expert guides at Wildwater River Guides will help Washington whitewater kayaking enthusiasts learn to kayak or push their current skills to the next level. We offer beginner kayak instruction courses and private whitewater kayak instruction near Seattle, Leavenworth, and Portland. We also offer specialty clinics and guided whitewater kayaking adventures for intermediate and advanced paddlers. Whether you are new to the sport and looking to learn or an experienced kayaker wanting to develop a new skill, we have the right course for you.
Why Learn to Kayak With Wildwater
Patient, professional instruction on some of Washington's best learning water.
Beginner to Advanced
From your very first strokes to advanced river-running, our progression of courses and clinics meets you exactly at your level.
Certified Kayak Instructors
Learn proven technique from active, professionally trained instructors in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
Ideal Learning Rivers
The Wenatchee River valley near Leavenworth offers warm water, friendly features, and varied rapids, a perfect outdoor classroom.
Small Groups, Real Progress
Low student-to-instructor ratios mean more personal attention and faster improvement on the water.
Beginner II Instruction
- SeasonJune-August
- Trip Length2 Days
- DifficultyModerate
- Age12+