Parent and Teen White Water Kayak Adventure - 1 day
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 1 Days
  • 5 People to 1 instructor

Parent and Teen White Water Kayak Adventure - 1 day

  • Paddle
  • Beginner
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Overview

Share an exciting day of white water kayaking with your child or teenager and experience the thrill of moving water together. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Eryri (Snowdonia), this adventure is a fantastic opportunity to take your kayaking skills to the next level, build confidence and create lasting memories as a family.| With expert coaching and support, you’ll discover the excitement of paddling on moving water, develop your skills and learn how to navigate gentle rapids suited to your experience. Whether you're looking to take your first steps into white water or build on your existing flat-water kayaking skills, you'll enjoy a fun and rewarding day on the river together.

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The Objectives

By the end of the day, you will have had the opportunity to:|| Experience the excitement of white water kayaking in a safe and supportive environment.| Develop your paddling skills and confidence on moving water.| Learn how to control and manoeuvre your kayak in gentle rapids.| Understand the importance of river safety and choosing suitable routes.| Improve your balance, coordination and ability to respond to changing water conditions.| Build teamwork and communication as you support and encourage each other.| Enjoy a memorable outdoor adventure with expert guidance in the rivers of Eryri.

Itinerary

* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.

Morning – Meet Your Coach and Get Ready

Meet your expert coach, who will introduce you to the day's plans, equipment and essential safety considerations for white water kayaking. You'll review your existing paddling skills and prepare for your river adventure.

Late Morning – Develop Your Skills

Head to a suitable stretch of river to begin exploring moving water. With your coach's guidance, you'll practise manoeuvring your kayak, controlling your direction and learning how to approach small rapids and features in the river. The session will be tailored to your experience and confidence, helping you develop your skills at a comfortable pace.

Lunch – Refuel and Recharge

Take a break to enjoy your lunch, relax and chat about your progress so far. Please bring your own lunch and snacks.

Afternoon – Take on the White Water

Put your developing skills into practice as you continue your river adventure. With expert support, you'll have opportunities to explore suitable sections of white water, build confidence and enjoy the challenge of paddling together. Your coach will adapt the route and activities to suit your abilities, as well as the river levels and weather conditions.

End of the Day – Celebrate Your Adventure

Finish the day by reflecting on your achievements and the skills you've developed. You'll head home having experienced the excitement of white water kayaking together and hopefully feeling inspired for your next river adventure.

Experience Required

This course is suitable for parents and teenagers who already have some kayaking experience and can paddle a kayak with reasonable confidence on flat water. You must be able to swim at least 50 metres and feel reasonably confident in and around water.| Previous white water kayaking experience isn't essential, but you should be comfortable handling a kayak and ready to try something new. A sense of adventure, a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for spending time together will help you get the most out of the day.

Available Course Dates

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Course Start Date
2nd June, 2027
Duration
1 Day
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£280.00

*If your course is based at Plas Y Brenin, Capel Curig, residential prices include catering from the morning of your course start date and cover the duration of your course, accommodation starts on the night before your course commences to the morning of the last day of your booking.

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