– Howell, MI –
Pool Sessions
Escape the cold this winter and join us for a pool session. Don’t lose your edge over the winter, stay sharp in the pool.
2023/2024 Seasons starts December 1st
SEASON
PASS
The Season Pass gives you a 50% discount off coaching at the pool and allows you to come to all pool sessions in both Eaton Rapids and Howell. The season consists of 14 scheduled sessions in Howell and 7 sessions in Eaton Rapids from December through April. There are a limited number of Season Passes available. Each pass is $325.
POOL
SESSIONS
We have formal coaching available for whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking, and rolling as well as Open Pool time to practice and play on your own. Choose the lesson and dates that work for you or claim one of the Season Pass and have access to all pool session dates with 50% off classes.
Howell
All lessons are $60 or 50% off with the season pass. To register select the date under the lesson and follow the registration steps.
Suggested progression: Happiness Upside Down, Blade Awareness / Boat Control, Rescue/ Bracing, Assisted Rescue, Rolling
Select the date on the bottom of the page then select the class or open pool option.
First session of each month

The self-rescue is essential to being an independent paddler. We will work on safely and efficiently getting you back in your boat. Not tipping over is almost always better than capsizing. Bracing also is a component skill to learning to roll a kayak. We’ll cover the essentials of connectivity with the boat, safe body positions, effective blade technique and putting it all together to stay upright.
Second session of each month

Fine-tune your boat control and maneuvers with precision and grace. We’ll explore a range of skills to help you go where you want to go.
Third session of each month

Assisted Rescue | $60
Being an active part in any rescue is essential. We’ll explore the role of the swimmer: gear management, what to do with their boat, where to be before the rescuer arrives, and options for re-entering the cockpit quickly and easily. We’ll also explore the role of the rescuer: safety considerations, how to approach the swimmer, gear management, emptying the kayak without lifting and effective stabilization techniques
4th session of each month

Structured rolling instruction is available at each pool session this season. Kayak rolling is on almost every paddler’s “want” list. There’s not much about rolling a kayak that you will figure out on your own, so learning from a coach that can guide you through a progression is the fastest way to get a roll. Our semi-private rolling lessons are a great way to get started as you’ll have time to rest between one on one sessions with the coach and you’ll be able to learn from observing your fellow student.
Offered at each pool session. Select the date below to register.

Have your own boat, gear, and a plan to play? Come and use the pool space without a lesson. This is free to all season pass holders. Select the day and follow the steps for registration.
Offered at each pool session. Select the date below to register.
December
- Happiness Upside Down: 12/1
- Self Rescue: 12/8
- Blade Awareness: 12/15
- Assisted Rescue 12:22
January
- Happiness Upside Down: 1/5
- Self Rescue: 1/12
- Blade Awareness: 1/19
- Assisted Rescue 1/26
February
- Happiness Upside Down: 2/2
- Self Rescue: 2/9
- NO Pool Sessions 2/16 or 2/23 (come to Florida with us!)
March
- Happiness Upside Down: 3/1
- Self Rescue: 3/8
- Blade Awareness: 3/15
- Assisted Rescue 3/22
April
Happiness Upside Down: 4/5
Location
Howell Aquatics & Fitness Center
1224 W Grand River Ave, Howell, Mi, 48843
Follow the PINNED location for Howell Aquatic and Fitness Center. The address is listed as 1224 W. Grand Ave but the actual pool is off Highlander Way. See Map image below. If coming from 59 there is a tricky turn off of Highlander Way that is easy to miss.
