I had a great experience with Silent Wake. I reached out to inquire about the Sea Kayaking course, and Darren was very responsive and informative. He also worked with me... read more to schedule classes and make sure I had the gear I needed. Then the class itself was a blast--Darren really knows his stuff, and he's really personable and fun to learn from. I'd definitely recommend!

I took their kayak rescue class a couple weekends ago. Was a great learning experience! They are great teachers. Would recommend it!

I learned so much in the essentials class. It was a workout but is was fun too. I now can enjoy myself instead of struggling to keep up.... read more Thank you Darren and Kristen!!

I and my two daughters did the Kayak Kickstarter class with Darren. Darren did a great job teaching us all of the important aspects of being beginner kayakers and also... read more was so patient with my girls as they were learning. I would highly recommend this class and any others Silent Wake is offering as a great place to learn and improve your skills.

My husband and I needed a refresher course in rescue before embarking on some overnight trips. Kristin and Daren were so knowledgeable, organized and patient! We discussed and Daren had... read more diagrams for the first part of the session going over tactics and general kayak safety. Some weather and wave information on Lake Superior and then in the water rescue procedures. They were very thorough going over equipment we should have for throw ropes, short/long, sling for step up, paddle float.....starting on the shore to wet exit, assisted rescue and self-rescue. They were a wealth of information and patiently answered alot of questions thrown at them! We had a great workout and learned so much! Thanks, Tim and Tina, Grand Junction, CO

Kayak kickstart was a great introductory class for beginner kayakers. Daren and Kristin were very welcoming and knowledgeable in all aspects of kayaking. All PADDLERS would benefit from this class.... read more It was fun to get out on the lake and get advise and guidance to help improve my techniques and make my experience with kayaking a positive and safe sport. I would highly recommend Silent Wake, LLC.

As a “newbie” kayak-er, I was very impressed with the important and detailed kayak instruction information given in an hour of time!! Since I had a sprained wrist, I was... read more not able to continue with the “hands-on” kayaking on the river instructions. Next time for sure!!

I had a great experience with Silent Wake. Daren's extensive experience kayaking was evident. He's an excellent teacher and guide and was responsive to all questions and concerns. Our time... read more kayaking was fun and a good learning experience. I should add that he's very safely conscious and I felt very comfortable going out with him.

"Thank you to Peggy Kober, the Riveredge Nature Center and the Bridget Center for hosting the Kewaskum's Mighty River Project's Kayak Event Day on Saturday the 27th of June, 2020.... read more This was an awesome and beautiful event that aided, people like me, who are beginner Kayakers to come and not only learn about the Kewaskum's Mighty River Project but to also learn the new hobby of Kayaking. My heart and much respect goes out to Silent Wake, LLC with my Kayaking Instructors, Daren Barrett & Kristin Vogal for a superb and professional Kayaking Instruction, Safety, Hands On - One on One Instruction and the Kayaking event on water. Daren, Owner of Silent Wake, LLC, donated his business and time for this event which was very inspiring as well as the fact of bringing kayaks and equipment for those needing assistance and equipment and even made sure everyone was hydrated and brought extra water for everyone as well. My story, though, does not start with this awesome event. It stems back several weeks prior, when I contacted Silent Wake's Facebook page to gather advice and guidance in reference to Kayaking for a beginner. This is where I first met Daren {social media only at that time}. Through the weeks leading up to the event in Kewaskum, Daren spent many hours talking with me, giving me guidance on both sit in and sit on Kayaks as well as equipment suggestions and places for beginners to safely go. Daren was also quick on his email replies and devoted a lot of time to me and my needs. At the Kewaskum's Mighty River Project Kayak Event, this was the first time I got to meet with Daren in-person. Prior to the class, during the class, after the class and since the class... Daren showed outstanding professionalism in his service and instruction. I really liked how he is all out safety as well. Both Daren & Kristin were outstanding in their instruction and hands on guidance. It is my personal recommendation that anyone from thinking of starting a new hobby in Kayaking to a beginner Kayaker, like me, to advanced to please contact Silent Wake, LLC | Daren Barrett, as soon as you can, as he will, I have no doubt, be able to fulfill all your needs, questions, instruction and so much more!! Thank you so much Daren Barrett, Kristen Vogel & Silent Wake, LLC for everything!! Kudos to Silent Wake and my new friend and Kayaking Instructor, Daren Barrett. Thank you and God Bless, Tripp Mullenax"