This is a women only course which will give you an enjoyable introduction to canoeing. You'll cover everything - from what clothing and equipment to choose right up to basic rescue skills, not to mention plenty of paddling. By the end of the weekend you'll have all of the foundation skills to progress confidently in your new sport.
You'll be able to handle an open boat competently as part of a tandem team, showing the techniques and navigation skills to facilitate a safe journey.
Itinerary
* Please note: Itinerary is subject to weather and availability.
What to Expect
On day one, you'll have a course introduction and outline, we'll issue your equipment then get straight into learning the foundation strokes. In the evening you'll learn more about equipment for the paddler or develop further skills as appropriate.
On day two, you'll have more coaching during a short journey, both solo and tandem.
We finish with a course debrief and equipment return.
All you need to bring is the usual base and outdoor clothing such as
thin fleeces,
thermals,
rash vest for going indoors,
swimwear,
hat,
gloves,
neck gaiter/buff,
sun hat,
waterproof jacket and trousers.
wetsuit boots and wetsuit socks are a good idea but not essential (you can use training shoes that you don't mind getting wet, and we stock wetsuit socks so you can buy them onsite if you find you need them).
You can borrow the more specialist items from us; wetsuit, paddling cag, buoyancy aid, helmet, dry bag, large kit bag (for wet paddling kit) so there's no need to but them.
Also bring items such as; towel, drinks bottle, flask, lunch bag/box, personal first aid kit, high factor sun screen, midge repellent, notebook and pen.
How should I prepare?
You need to be fit enough to enjoy two full days of activity. You don't need to do any other specific preparation, just bring your desire to learn some skills and how to enjoy open-boating safely.
Available Course Dates
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(For a single room please contact info@pyb.co.uk. £25 per night supplement, subject to availability)
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