Discover Kayaking
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 2 Days
  • 6 People to 1 instructor

Discover Kayaking

  • Paddle
  • Beginner
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Overview

There really is nothing quite like 'messing about in boats' and the kayak is a flexible and adaptable craft that will provide you with endless hours of enjoyment. Come and learn the foundation skills with us and start yourself off on a lifetime of exploration

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The Objectives

You'll have gained all the skills you need for the best possible start in kayaking. And by the end of the weekend you'll have all of the foundation skills you need to progress confidently in your new sport.

Itinerary

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

What to expect

On day one, you'll spend time building your understanding, confidence and boat-handling skills. We'll use places like our rolling pool and our lake to cover these essential skills. During your course, you'll be using our extensive fleet of kayaks. Throughout day two, we'll visit other stunning local venues to enjoy all that Eryri (Snowdonia) has to offer as you continue to build on your new skills.

Experience Required

You should be water confident and able to swim.

There really is nothing quite like 'messing about in boats' and the kayak is a flexible and adaptable craft that will provide you with endless hours of enjoyment. Come and learn the foundation skills with us and start yourself off on a lifetime of exploration

What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?
We have all the best gear money can buy, the best boats and paddling gear is all included, you just need footwear that you don't mind getting wet.
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 kayaking safely.

Available Course Dates

Start the booking process by selecting a course date, then adjust your details to suit your requirements.

Course Start Date
Duration
Cost*
Course Start Date
31st May, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
14th June, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
28th June, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
23rd August, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
6th September, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00
Course Start Date
27th September, 2025
Duration
2 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£258.00
Residential:
£398.00

*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.

Your Booking

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This course will help you become

Able to get started with your own kayak journeys, and excited to go further in this exciting sport.

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