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Discover Kayak
972-369-9506
Classes, Beginner to Expert
Guided Trips Lake Ray Roberts, Texoma and Grapevine
The 2023 Schedule is up, book for free, pay at the time of the event
New- Weekly Guided 3 hour Tours at Lake Ray Roberts
and Full Day trips on Lake Texoma.
Lake Grapevine 2 hour Guided Trips Monday through Friday
Kayak lessons every Friday and Saturday
Celebrating our 12th Year
with a perfect safety record
and our 4.8 Google reviews!
Guided Trips at Three Locations
Discover Kayak is happy to announce two new tours options for 2023 at Lake Ray Roberts and Lake Texoma in addition to Lake Grapevine.
Full descriptions of tours and more information are below on the Tours page.
Why Guided Versus Rental ?
Guided Tours with Discover Kayak starts with a short 5-10 minute lesson on basic strokes and techniques to improve efficiency so no experience is necessary. We also supply each kayaker with $2000 of top end kayak gear.
This makes your experience the best it can be. We keep a easy pace for everyone.
"What an AWESOME time we had. The instructor was amazing and made me feel confident in the water. I don't know how to swim so water is always so scary for me! I can't wait to go back."
Lessons
Kayak Basics- This comprehensive intro class covers the 6 basic strokes along with safety, weather and equipment.
Two and a half hours of the class are on water, 30 minutes on shore. The class focuses on boat control and efficient strokes. Non swimmers welcome! $90
Intermediate Classes cover more advanced strokes, self rescue, bracing and much more. $125
NEW for 2023- Advanced Kayak Windy Day Surfing
Extreme fun for the advancing student.
Traditional classes are not the only way to learn. You may choose to go on multiple Guided Trips. Purchase a package of three tours for $150 and learn as you.
Scroll down for more details on classes and packages
Guided Tour Information
Our trips are kept fun and safe for everyone, your experienced professional guide will allow those who are comfortable in their kayaks to roam ahead while giving personalized attention to those needing a bit more instruction. Discover Kayak's fleet of top end touring kayaks by Wilderness Systems is varied to allow us to fit a boat to you. Age limit 12 and up.
Weather delays do happen, we watch the forecast closely and will contact you if winds are predicted over 15mph or thunderstorms we will contact to cancel.
Water provided but you may want to use your own.
Lake Grapevine Tour
Best for the first timers and families with younger kayakers. This two hour trip follows the shore from Lakeview Park up to a creek and back at an easy pace- $40
Purchase all three Tours and get 20% off.
$145, regularly $180
Call Steve at
972-369-9506
to get this package
Lake Ray Roberts Tour
Serene three hour trip along a wind protected shoreline with birds and lily pads. We depart from Pond Creek Park adjacent to the Marina and head North, exploring side coves along the way. We will hit the shore for a break, so bring a snack. $60
Ray Roberts is worth the short drive.
56 min. Dallas, 34 min. Lewisville
19 minutes Denton, 56 McKinney
Lake Texoma Cliffs and Coves Tour
This is our premier 5 hour trip on one of Texas most beautiful lakes. It's clear waters and rocky structure make it unique in north Texas. Offered once a month from Grandpappies Marina, it can make a weekend or full day destination.
Some experience recommended. For this tour some previous experience recomended. $80
From McKinney 47 min, Dallas 1:29 hrs
Lewisville 1:11 hrs
Contact
We would love to talk to you about our lessons, tours or just kayaking in general. Use the contact info below to call or email us.
Email- steve@dfw-kayak.com
Phone- 972-369-9506
Be aware that all staff is on the water at times during the weekends. We can not always answer the phone.
Our Location : Lakeview Park, Lake Grapevine
2100 Lakeview Dr. Grapevine, 76051
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Lessons
Discover Kayak provides the highest level and broadest range kayak instruction available in Texas. Whether you are a absolute beginner or seasoned paddler, we have something for you. Our staff of instructors are Texas top rated professionals.
INTERMEDIATE KAYAK
After completing our Basics Class and taking a trip or two you may want to fine tune your skills further. This class teaches six more strokes for fine boat control, including bracing and edging skills.
Cost per class: $125 w/online sign up
KAYAK BASICS CLASS
Our most popular class attended by over 500 students a year!
This 3-hour class covers the seven basic strokes, safety, equipment choices and how to get back in after a capsize. All equipment is provided and will be sized to fit each paddler.
Classes are a 1 to 6 ratio max and taught by Texas top instructor
Cost: $90 w/online sign up
KAYAK ROLLING
Learn to Roll with our exclusive three step system, Guaranteed!! cost: $125
No one else guarantees a roll!
Call for appointment
Private Lessons-Two hour, $125 by appt.
About the Staff
My name is Steve Walls and I began kayaking in Seattle in 1998. The Seattle area offers great paddling opportunities and world renowned instructors.
Discover Kayak is based in Lakeview Park on Lake Grapevine, convenient from either Dallas or Ft. Worth, although we are equipped to travel to any location in the area. Discover Kayak specializes in lessons and guided tours.
Here is how we make your kayaking experience the best it can be:
Our Instructor / Guides are certified pros and keep it fun and safe.
Our Gear- Fast, comfortable and stable touring kayaks with models to fit all, lightweight paddles and clean life jackets.
Our Grapevine location is convenient from anywhere in Dallas-Ft. Worth.
If you are looking for the highest quality experience on the water, you have found it at Discover Kayak.
About Us
About Our Kayaking Community
Discover Kayak sponsors, moderates and leads trips though DFW Paddlesports Meet Up Group.
My past instructor certifications include Level 4 Open Water, Level 2 Whitewater and Instructor Trainer from the American Canoe Association in addition to a 4 star certification from the British Canoe Union.
I opened Discover Kayak in 2011 with the help of some of the areas top instructors.
We hope you join us and experience Texas kayak touring at it's best.
We do not sell kayaks or gear but partner with Mariner Sail and Kayaks, the best shop in Texas!
"Professional, patient instruction by people who love the sport. If you want to move past "paddling" into kayaking and get the most from the sport, Discover Kayak will make all the difference, Highly recommend"