Ace Kayaking School

Ace Kayaking School

Tours, Charters & Rentals

Benton, TN

Jeff West started ACE Kayaking in 1997 as a way to share his love of the Ocoee River in East Tennessee. What began with leading inflatable kayaking trips has since grown to include beginner and advanced whitewater kayaking instruction. They teach small, personalized classes and schedule them at whatever time is most convenient for you. Whether you’re just looking for a good time on the water, developing advanced techniques and river reading skills, tuning up rolls or learning about expedition kayaking, ACE Kayaking is the place to do it. From working on your summer play game to developing your winter creeking skills, reach out anytime. They are open year round, but their coaches may be on expeditions in the winter, and their summers get packed. They suggest scheduling further in advance to better your chance of getting the days you want. Call or email them, and they’ll work it out. You can always reschedule with due notice. Their coaching is designed for you to reach your maximum potential. They teach and live for the love of it, wanting others to see that truth during their time on the river and let it grow and flow into the rest of their lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of kayaking instruction does ACE Kayaking offer?
ACE Kayaking offers private instruction for beginner, intermediate, and advanced kayakers. They can help you learn whitewater kayaking, improve your skills, develop advanced techniques, practice river reading, tune up your rolls, or learn about expedition kayaking.
Is ACE Kayaking open year-round?
Yes, ACE Kayaking offers instruction year-round. However, they recommend scheduling further in advance during winter months when coaches may be on expeditions and during the summer when their schedule gets packed.
How does ACE Kayaking tailor their instruction to individual needs?
ACE Kayaking focuses on small, personalized classes and can schedule sessions at a time that is most convenient for you. They emphasize that their coaching is designed to help you reach your maximum potential on the river.
How can I book a kayaking lesson or reschedule?
ACE Kayaking encourages you to call or email them to discuss your needs and schedule your instruction. They are flexible and allow rescheduling with due notice.
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