We run introductory ‘Learn to Kayak’ courses throughout the warmer months. These courses are for anyone age 8+ who wants to learn how to paddle a kayak. In these courses, our qualified coaches will teach you the basics of kayaking using our racing kayaks.
This course is for everyone, you don’t need any previous experience. However, as we are on the water, we do require that you are able to swim at least 25m. The boats you will use on our courses are primarily Flat Water River Craft, we will generally start you in boats that are very stable and you can work up to a more racing style boat as and when you are ready. We also have surf skis which are similar to touring boats and are particularly stable with pedals for steering. We would not normally utilise our Canadian Canoes on a Learn to Kayak Course, however; should you wish to learn about Canadians do contact us and we can create something a bit more bespoke for you.
The courses consist of 3 sessions of 2 hours, and cost £55.
During this course, we will teach you a range of kayaking skills aimed at getting you safely moving on the water. Courses will be adapted to the needs of the participants, but a general outline is:
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| Courses | Dates | Times |
| Saturdays | 7th June, 14th June, 21st June 9th August, 16th August, 23rd August 13th August, 20th August, 27th August |
12.00-14.00 |
| Thursdays (Adult Only) | 10th July, 17th July and 24th July 7th August, 14th August, 21st August 11th September, 18th September, 25th September |
17.30-19.30 |
| Summer Family | 28th July, 29th July, 30th July 13th August, 14th August, 15th August |
13.30-15.30 |
| Courses | Dates | Times |
| Juniors Summer Holidays | Monday to Wednesday 28th-30th July | 10-12 |
| Juniors Summer Holidays | Wednesday to Friday 13th-15th August | 10-12 |
| Juniors Summer Holidays | Monday to Wednesday 18th-20th August | 10-12 |
| Juniors Summer Holidays | Monday to Wednesday 25th-27th August* | 10-15 |
We will provide you with all the necessary equipment (boats, paddles, buoyancy aids).
To paddle, we recommend that you were thin, skin-tight layers. Please were more layers if the weather is colder. We suggest:
We have got changing facilities which include showers.
After the course, you are invited to attend two of our club sessions for free.
Our club sessions are:
If you want to keep paddling after this, you can become a member of the club.
For more information, email Louise at [email protected] or at the top of the page.
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