Introduction To Canoeing
  • Plas y Brenin
  • 5 Days
  • 6 People to 1 instructor

Introduction To Canoeing

  • Paddle
  • Beginner
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Overview

Build your open water, solo and tandem open canoe experience in Snowdonia. Canoes are a great way to get out exploring on rivers and lakes. During this course you will learn paddling techniques and boat controls in a safe and controlled environment. This course will equip you with the skills you need to get out paddling.

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The Objectives

• Gain confidence and see your solo and tandem boat handling skills develop and improve.• Take on 5 days of practical learning on the lakes and rivers of beautiful Snowdonia. • Learn your skills right from the get•go from our highly experienced instructors. All equipment provided.

Itinerary

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

What to Expect

You'll start off in tandem canoes developing the foundation skills to move these around effectively. As the week progresses, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills on various journeys taking in slow moving rivers, lakes. Later in the week, you'll progress to faster moving rivers. You'll also have the option to spend some time paddling solo.

Experience Required

None required
What do I need to bring?
Equipment List
How should I prepare?
Preparation guide
What do I need to bring?
All you really need to bring is sufficient base clothing to wear, and some suitable footwear. Our stores have a wide range of Peak UK soft wear as well as paddles and poles. We have an extensive selection of different styles of kayaks from a range of manufacturers. This is an ideal opportunity to try something new if you'd like to. If you prefer the familiar, and have your own kit, feel free to bring it along.
How should I prepare?
You'll need to be fit enough for five days of activity, but you don't need to do any other preparation.

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 March, 2025
Duration
5 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£584.00
Residential:
£934.00
Course Start Date
26th May, 2025
Duration
5 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£584.00
Residential:
£934.00
Course Start Date
18th August, 2025
Duration
5 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£584.00
Residential:
£934.00
Course Start Date
8th September, 2025
Duration
5 Days
Cost*
Non-Residential:
£584.00
Residential:
£934.00

*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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