Meeting point is LEK MER Pampas Kajak & SUP at Karlbergs strand 6A, 171 73 Solna, Sweden.

What is the minimum age?

Minimum age is 16 for this course.

Is certification included?

Instruction follows the European Paddle Pass Green syllabus; examination can be scheduled with the operator after the course.

How big are the groups?

Groups are small—maximum 6 participants—to allow hands‑on coaching.

Will I get wet during the course?

Yes. The curriculum includes self‑rescue drills; bring spare clothes and a towel.

How do I book or cancel?

Book via the provided referral link; contact the operator directly for specific cancellation policies.

Paddle to Independence: Intensive Green Paddle Pass Course in Solna's Pampas Archipelago | Kayak | Workshop

On the water off Solna, just north of central Stockholm, LEK MER Pampas Kajak & SUP runs Fortsättningskurs, Heldag - Pampas (Grönt paddelpass), a compact, seven‑hour intensive that fast‑tracks paddlers from competent weekend trippers to independent sea kayakers. Meeting at Karlbergs strand 6A in Solna, this course focuses on skills you’ll use in the mellanskärgård — the inner Stockholm archipelago of granite skerries, narrow channels, and wind‑shaped bays. Designed for paddlers who have finished a basic course and logged some time on the water, the program moves beyond strokes into rescues, ferry gliding across wind and current, and navigation for open‑water crossings. You’ll spend the day practicing efficient forward stroke, sweep strokes, stern rudder and low‑brace turning, side‑hulling, self‑rescue and buddy rescue techniques, and towing. The course follows the European Paddle Pass syllabus for the Green level, so students who want certification can schedule an examination after class. Small groups—max 6 people—mean repeated hands‑on coaching; expect personalized corrections to posture, edging, and bracing that transform sloppy effort into controlled power. The setting matters. The Stockholm archipelago is a carved granite coast: smooth bedrock, stunted pines, and tight clusters of skerries that demand boat control and situational awareness. Wind funnels through channels and creates variable conditions that are ideal for learning ferry gliding and crosswind strokes. Birdlife and the occasional seal punctuate practice sessions, reinforcing why respectful, low‑impact paddling matters here. Practical details are straightforward: minimum age 16, total session about 7 hours from meeting to finish, and equipment orientation is included. Wear layered, quick‑dry clothing and be prepared to get wet during self‑rescue drills—the instruction explicitly covers re‑entry and towing so you leave confident performing both. Instructors emphasize safety gear, group communication for farledsöverfart (channel crossings), and weather assessment so you can plan independent trips in mellanskärgård after completion. Why book this course? It’s one day with concentrated feedback, a clear path to the European Paddle Pass green badge, and a chance to practice in the very landscape you’ll explore alone: granite skerries, sheltered bays and open crossings. For paddlers ready to move past flat‑water loops into real archipelago travel, this course at LEK MER Pampas Kajak & SUP is a practical, place‑specific bridge between learning and independent adventure. Sessions launch from LEK MER Pampas Kajak & SUP at Karlbergs strand 6A, Solna, Sweden, making the archipelago accessible. With a maximum of 6 participants per group and instructors who emphasize practical drills over theory, time on the water becomes focused training. The course balances skill progression with real‑world decision making—reading wind shadows, planning crossings, and choosing safe landing beaches. Whether you’re aiming to pass the Green Paddle Pass or gain confidence for multi‑day trips, this course provides focused, practical tools.