Classes

BIAC offers several adult "learn to" programs that provide opportunities to learn a variety of water sports and enjoy the waters around Bair Island and the Port of Redwood City. We also have an array of summer classes offered to current members who want to extend their skills or enjoy more summer hours.

Learn to Scull

In sculling, each rower has two oars, which allows them to row in a boat by themselves (a single) or in a boat with 2 or 4 people. Sculling is ideal for people who want to learn rowing technique and then be able to train on their own schedule.

Learn Coastal & Open Water Rowing

The “mountain biking” of rowing, open water rowing (which includes coastal rowing) requires a dash of seamanship in addition to rowing skills and fitness. Open water rowers navigate tides and currents, read the water, and surf the waves. Row in the evenings and learn to cruise around buoys in windy conditions.

Check back for coastal and open water opportunities.

Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) & Sunset SUP Sessions

See why stand up paddle boards are all the rage! They are an easy and fun way to exercise. This class is geared to those who have never tried a SUP or want tips on how to be successful. We teach proper form, maneuvering and how to navigate the inner harbor/Bair Island.

Learn to Kayak and Family Kayaking Sessions

Learn how to cruise the bay on our sit-on-top kayaks. They are an easy and fun way to exercise. This class is geared to those who have never tried a kayak or want tips on how to be successful. We teach proper form, maneuvering and how to navigate the inner harbor/Bair Island.

Learn to Surfski

Surfskis are a great way to paddle, which is why their popularity is surging. Designed for speed on flat water, rough water fun, and wave surfing, the surfski is perfect for choppy water and swells, as well as flat water paddling. We teach proper form, maneuvering and how to navigate the inner harbor and Bair Island. Our classes are geared to those who have never tried a surfski or want tips on how to be successful.

Sculling Clinics and Classes

Rowing in solo boats is great exercise and safe for social distancing. Once you know how to scull, find a class or program to work on improving your skills. We offer several options of coached sessions, clinics and activities to get meters with your fellow scullers.