Tofino Coastal Touring Course

Norm Hann • April 1, 2013

Interested in gaining more ocean experience while enjoying the incredible SUP touring in Tofino? This course improves your expedition skills and decision making for paddleboarding on oceans and lakes. We navigate and explore picturesque Clayoqout Sound and the coastline of Tofino. The course focuses on weather forecasting, trip planning, navigating throughout currents & tides, launching and landing in surf, and improving skills and paddling technique. Explore the endless waterways around Tofino on your board with expert instruction from Norm Hann and Tofino local, Catherine Bruhwiler from Tofino Paddle Surf.

This course includes Paddle Canada Coastal Journeying certification and ocean side accommodations in Tofino. Wetsuit and sup rentals available.

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