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    KIN A257 - Surfing and Ocean Safety Level 3

    Recent Professors
    Laird Hayes
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    40 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    Not published
    Prerequisite
    Students must be able to swim 100 yards non-stop and tread water for five minutes; This prerequisite will be validated in class during the first week of the course; Bring swimsuit.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of KIN A257
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Designed to teach a higher level of fundamentals of board surfing and provide advanced surfers the opportunity to safely learn and improve skills to ride more challenging waves. Analysis of paddling, wave selection, equipment, tides, currents, etiquette and water safety are emphasized.
    Usually Held
    Fri 8:00am–9:00am