What is the primary purpose of capsize drills?

• A. Builds confidence and skill
• B. Increases fuel efficiency
• C. Causes fatigue
• D. Reduces paddling safety

Answer: (A)

Capsize drills are about learning to respond calmly and effectively when a kayak flips. By practicing how to stay oriented, perform a wet exit if needed, re-enter the boat, and resume paddling, you build the confidence and skills required for self-rescue and safe recovery in real conditions. With repeated practice, these actions become automatic, reducing panic and enabling faster, safer recoveries. They’re not about fuel efficiency, they don’t aim to induce fatigue, and they don’t reduce safety; instead, they enhance safety by making rescue techniques familiar and reliable.