About
Texas Canoes & Kayaks is a branch of Paddle With Style. In 2009, Paddle With Style began by teaching lessons only. Over the years it has been expanding into different areas of paddle sports. In order to continue offering the same great services and growth, we decided to open Texas Canoes and Kayaks in 2020. Currently, Texas Canoes & Kayaks will focus on rentals and guided trips while Paddle With Style will continue to focus on paddle sports lessons and specialty items for canoe racing. You will find we offer the same great great, reliable service and quality paddling equipment that was offered by Paddle With Style.
San Marcos River
The San Marcos River emerges out of the Edwards Aquifer through artesian springs. It flows southward to join the Blanco River and then the Guadalupe River for 75 miles ultimately ending in to San Antonio Bay.
Our Gear
We have a large inventory of over 100 canoes and kayaks. You will discover our boats are high quality and well maintained. Our kayaks are sit on top designed by Jackson kayaks. We use state of the art royalex and t-formex canoes.
Meet The Staff
We take pride in our guides being trained by the
American Canoe Association, the gold star standard for paddle sports.
Holly
Owner, Instructor, Guide
As an accomplished ultra-marathon competitor, Holly has passion to introduce people to the sport of paddling. In 2001, she began teaching paddle sports and is always looking for ways to continue to build the sport and help folks get on the river.
Holly's Related Certifications
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Wilderness First Responder (NOLS)
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Waterfront Lifeguard (American Red Cross)
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Basic Adult, Child & Infant First Aid & CPR/AED
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Certified ACA Canoe Instructor Trainer Level II
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Certified ACA Kayak Instructor Trainer Level II
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Certified ACA Stand Up Paddle Board Instructor Level I
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Certified as an United State Canoe Racing Association Canoe Instructor
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Certified CAPPA Fitness Trainer and Educator
Eric
Guide & Shuttle Driver
A retired Naval Officer, Eric loved the water from a young age. He loves the outdoors but is partial to taking multi-day river trips. He enjoys introducing people to the beautiful San Marcos River. Eric has been working with us since 2019.
Eric's Related Training & Certifications
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Basic Adult, Child & Infant First Aid & CPR/AED
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Wilderness First Responder
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Certified ACA Canoe & Kayak Instructor Level II
Sawyer
Shuttle Drive & Guide
Sawyer a native to San Marcos has a strong background in outdoor guiding. He has a passion for mountain bike riding, climbing and paddling.
Sawyers Training & Certifications
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Basic Adult, Child & Infant First Aid & CPR.AED
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American Canoe Association Instructor
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Andy
Guide & Shuttle Driver
Andy loves all things outdoors. One of his biggest passions is stand up paddle boarding through white water. After finishing 2 he is looking forward to along future of competing in the Texas Water Safari.
He as been with TCK since 2017 and enjoying his love of the river with others.
Andy's Related Training & Certifications
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Wildness First Responder
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Certified ACA L2 canoe & kayak instructor
Katie
Guide & Shuttle Driver
Katie has been a nature lover and outdoors enthusiast all her life. She loves encouraging people to get outside. In her spare time she enjoys going to concerts, making art, and hiking with her dogs. Katie has been with us since 2018.
Related Training & Certifications
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Basic Adult, Child & Infant First Aid & CPR/AED
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Certified ACA Canoe Instructor Level II
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Certified ACA Kayak Instructor Level I
Leah
Guide & Shuttle Driver
Leah enjoys the tranquility of the San Marcos River. You might find her and her bunnies on a stand up paddle board paddling when she is not working.
Leah's Related Training & Certifications
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Basic Adult, Child & Infant First Aid & CPR.AED
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Certified ACA Kayak Instructor Level II