Silent Wake, LLC

Dan Prodoehl 

on Google

2 months ago

I took Daren & Kristin’s YMCA 4-session course and my comfort level and skills grew exponentially! I started the course having only sit-on-top kayak experience, but by the end I was comfortable edging, performing wet exits, and self/2boat rescues in their touring kayaks. I highly recommend these skilled, engaging, and patient educators. I’ll be back for future course and outing offerings. 

Regina Schurman 

on Google

3 months ago

I recently completed the 4 session kayaking skills class at the YMCA in West Bend. It was a terrific experience! Daren and Kristin are exceptional instructors and were able to accommodate the wide range of abilities found among the participants in the class. I feel so much more confident now that I have learned how to do self-rescues as well as other safety and paddling techniques. Even though I live in Illinois, it was well worth the travel time and hotel cost to attend this course. I am looking forward to taking part in ot... read more

Phil Tittle Music 

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7 months ago

We had an amazing trip. Saw two bald eagles, learned a little about the local area and felt safe and in good hands the entire trip. Very thorough explanation on how to safely get the most enjoyment out of the trip. Definitely recommend. 

Bridget Molitor 

on Google

7 months ago

We had a trip of a lifetime with Silent Wake! We all said that it was the best trip we ever experienced. And while Greece was stunningly beautiful and the food was phenomenal, it was the people that made the trip. And that started with Darren and Kristen. They communicated on everything! If you had a question, they answered immediately. They were so knowledgeable about; kayaking, international travel, trains, ferries and other modes of transportation, lodging, areas and places to stay and on and on and on! They were always a... read more